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AR SB239

To Require A Report Card To Include A Student's Current Reading Grade Level.


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Introduced
02/17/2025
In Committee
02/19/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/05/2025

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

Bill Summary

AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING REQUIRED STUDENT REPORT CARDS; TO REQUIRE A REPORT CARD TO INCLUDE A STUDENT'S CURRENT READING GRADE LEVEL; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.

AI Summary

This bill requires public school districts in Arkansas to include a statement of a student's current reading grade level on their report cards. Currently, report cards provide grades and performance information, but this legislation would mandate an additional piece of information that explicitly shows a student's reading proficiency. By adding this requirement, the bill aims to provide parents and students with a clear, standardized indicator of a student's reading skills, which can help identify potential learning challenges or areas needing additional support. The new provision would be added to the existing Arkansas Code § 6-15-903, which governs the content and requirements for school report cards. This transparency could help parents better understand their child's academic progress, particularly in the critical area of reading comprehension, and potentially prompt earlier interventions if a student is reading below their grade level.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment. (on 05/05/2025)

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