Bill > HB07169

This bill establishes a working group to study how Connecticut can better incorporate the state's cultural and artistic resources into project-based learning for students in kindergarten through eighth grade. The working group will comprehensively examine which cultural resources are most suitable for educational purposes, how these resources align with existing curriculum standards, and the potential for developing model lesson plans. The group will be composed of 10 members, including representatives from various educational and cultural organizations like CT Humanities, Connecticut Arts Administrators Association, and state education departments. They will investigate the feasibility and costs of implementing project-based learning using cultural resources, explore potential funding mechanisms, and assess how these resources can be integrated into the state's existing educational model curriculum. The working group is required to submit a detailed report of their findings and recommendations to the state's education committee by January 1, 2026, after which the group will be dissolved. The bill aims to enhance students' learning experiences by leveraging Connecticut's rich cultural assets as educational tools.

Education

Education Committee (Joint)

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