Bill > S02452

This bill requires all school districts in New York to screen students for gifted and talented programs before they enter third grade. The screening process will involve providing a notice to students and their parents or guardians that explains the screening methods and includes an option to opt out. Specifically, the notice must be printed clearly and give parents the ability to choose not to have their child screened by checking a "do not screen my child" box. The bill aims to standardize the identification of gifted and talented students across school districts while also respecting parental choice. The new requirement will go into effect 180 days after the bill becomes law, which provides school districts time to prepare and implement the new screening procedures. The goal appears to be ensuring that potentially high-achieving students are identified early in their educational journey, while maintaining a voluntary approach that gives families control over their child's participation.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2452