Bill > SB19

This bill addresses academic intervention, mathematics improvement, and intervention in Ohio's public schools, focusing on several key areas. Beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, the bill requires school districts to establish mathematics achievement improvement plans for schools where less than 51% of third-grade students achieve proficiency on the mathematics assessment. Districts must use curriculum from a state-approved list and develop comprehensive mathematics placement policies starting in third grade. The bill mandates that students who demonstrate advanced mathematics skills be enrolled in more challenging courses, such as Algebra I in eighth grade for seventh-graders. For students struggling in mathematics, districts must create individual mathematics improvement and monitoring plans that include identifying specific deficiencies, providing additional instructional services, offering high-dosage tutoring, and involving parents in the intervention process. The legislation also introduces new requirements for educator licensing, including assessing the mathematics proficiency of new teachers with pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade certifications and developing professional development programs focused on mathematics instruction. Additionally, the bill requires schools to report on their mathematics intervention efforts and allows the state department of education to review and evaluate the implementation of these intervention strategies.

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https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/sb19