Bill > H600

This bill establishes a special commission, called the Promise Commission, to conduct an ongoing study of all matters concerning education in the 21st century. The commission will have 11 members, including representatives from the legislature, state education agencies, and various education organizations. The commission is tasked with reviewing the progress of education reform in Massachusetts, identifying current needs and challenges, and developing comprehensive legislative, policy, and regulatory recommendations to fulfill the promise of education reform. The key areas of focus include the educator workforce pipeline, student support services, and ensuring that education embraces empathy, cultural competence, and each student's sense of identity. The commission will submit a report with its recommendations to the legislature and governor by March 31, 2024.