Education: curriculum; alternative merit curriculum; provide for. Amends secs. 1278a, 1278b & 1531e of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1278a et seq.) & adds secs. 1278e & 1526c.
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Overview
This bill aims to strengthen the requirements for high school diplomas in Michigan, focusing on a ‘merit curriculum’ that emphasizes core academic skills. It amends existing laws to require pupils to demonstrate proficiency in mathematics, social science, visual/performing arts, and a language other than English, and introduces new requirements for online learning and financial literacy. The bill also addresses teacher preparation, requiring programs to incorporate training on dyslexia and the science of reading, and mandates model programs for instruction and professional development.
Key provisions
- Requires pupils to meet specific credit requirements in mathematics, social science, visual/performing arts, and a language other than English to earn a high school diploma.
- Introduces a ‘merit curriculum’ with increased flexibility in course selection, including options for career and technical education and online learning.
- Mandates a 1/2-credit personal finance course for all high school pupils starting in 2023.
- Requires high schools designated as ‘specialty schools’ to meet specific criteria and maintain transparency with pupils and parents.
- Updates teacher preparation programs to include training on dyslexia and the science of reading.
- Establishes requirements for model programs of instruction and professional development in science of reading.
- Adds provisions regarding the development of educational development plans for pupils.
- Requires school districts to notify pupils and parents about the availability of supplemental educational support.
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