S431
An Act developing a Portrait of a Graduate
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Bill overview
This bill aims to establish a statewide program focused on defining what skills and competencies students should develop before graduating from high school. The goal is to create a ‘Portrait of a Graduate’ that outlines seven key areas of competency schools will support students in achieving. This initiative seeks to provide a clearer understanding of the skills and knowledge needed for success after high school.
Key provisions
- Identify seven core competencies students should develop.
- Develop a statewide ‘Portrait of a Graduate’ program.
- Schools will be encouraged to support students in developing these competencies.
- The program will focus on skills relevant to graduation.
Who is affected
- Students
- High Schools
- School Districts
- Educators
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Primary sponsor
Jacob R. Oliveira
Cosponsor
Jacob R. Oliveira
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Bill S.431 194th (Current)
An Act developing a Portrait of a Graduate
By Mr. Oliveira, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 431) of Jacob R. Oliveira for legislation to develop a statewide program which identifies seven competencies that schools will support students to develop upon graduation from high school. Education.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Jacob R. Oliveira Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Education
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Bill History
Displaying 3 actions for Bill S.431
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Education |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/12/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
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