Minnesota HF744 modifies professional development requirements for Read Act implementation.

Minnesota HF744 modifies professional development requirements for Read Act implementation. The bill requires districts to provide approved evidence-based training to specific teachers and staff by July 1, 2026. It also allows districts to reduce instructional hours for elementary students by 5-1/2 hours for two school years if they enter into an agreement with teachers' representatives. The commissioner of education can grant an extension to these districts to provide the required training on a day when other students receive instruction.

Minnesota HF744 modifies professional development requirements for Read Act implementation.

Minnesota HF744 modifies professional development requirements for Read Act implementation. The bill requires districts to provide approved evidence-based training to specific teachers and staff by July 1, 2026. It also allows districts to reduce instructional hours for elementary students by 5-1/2 hours for two school years if they enter into an agreement with teachers' representatives. The commissioner of education can grant an extension to these districts to provide the required training on a day when other students receive instruction.