Education: curriculum; foreign language requirement; remove, and replace with life skill requirement. Amends secs. 1278a, 1278b & 1531f of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1278a et seq.).
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Overview
This bill changes the requirements for high school diplomas in Michigan. Instead of requiring students to take foreign language courses, the bill now mandates that they complete coursework in life skills, including mathematics, social science, health/physical education, and visual/performing arts. It also requires students to complete at least 2-3 credits in a language other than English or equivalent learning experiences and 2 credits in life skills. Additionally, it introduces a ‘specialty school’ designation for high schools with innovative curricula, exempting them from some standard diploma requirements, and mandates personal finance coursework beginning in 2023.
Key provisions
- Replaces foreign language requirement with a life skills requirement including mathematics, social science, health/physical education, and visual/performing arts.
- Requires at least 2-3 credits in a language other than English or equivalent learning experiences.
- Introduces a ‘specialty school’ designation with exemptions from some diploma requirements.
- Mandates a 1/2 credit personal finance course for students entering grade 8 in 2023.
- Allows for personal curriculum modifications for students with disabilities.
- Establishes guidelines for alternative instructional delivery methods.
- Provides a process for schools to phase in curriculum requirements.
- Allows for noncertificated teachers to teach Native American tribal language and culture classes with specific requirements.
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