Bill > A00311

This bill requires the New York State Commissioner of Education to establish three comprehensive programs for students in pre-kindergarten through third grade: a literacy program, a career readiness program, and a financial literacy program. The literacy program mandates annual assessments of students' reading levels, categorizing them as above, at, or below grade level, and requires developing improvement plans for students not performing at or above grade level. The career readiness program involves monthly introductions to various occupations and career paths through activities like guest speakers, career fairs, and industry site visits, with an emphasis on the importance of attendance and academic achievement. The financial literacy program aims to teach students fiscal responsibility through monthly seminars covering topics such as saving money, entrepreneurship, banking, personal budgeting, and understanding the relationship between spending and debt. These programs would be mandatory for implementation in every school district, with the goal of providing early, comprehensive education to help students develop critical academic, professional, and financial skills.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A311