Bill > SF1899

This bill directs the Minnesota Commissioner of Education to modify the state's education accountability plan, called the North Star Plan, which was developed under the federal Every Student Succeeds Act. Specifically, the bill prohibits the commissioner from requiring school districts to report Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment scores for students who choose to opt out of these assessments. Furthermore, students who opt out will not be included in any student group data used to calculate district or school achievement rates. This change is designed to give students and families more flexibility in assessment participation without negatively impacting school performance metrics. The bill's provisions will take effect beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, providing schools and the state education department time to adjust their reporting and accountability processes accordingly.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1899&ssn=0&y=2025