SB1600

Requires school districts to screen all students at least once before third grade for the purpose of identifying gifted students

Introduced·1/28/26
Introduced Text

Missouri SB1600 mandates universal screening of all students before third grade to identify gifted students.

Missouri SB1600 requires school districts to screen all students at least once before the beginning of third grade to identify gifted students. The screenings must provide evidence from at least two areas, including general mental ability testing, academic achievement, creativity, reasoning, problem solving, and referrals. The screenings must be reviewed by at least three individuals. Districts must establish a process for screening, notifying parents, and identifying gifted students, guided by recommendations from the advisory council and standards set by the state board of education.

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History

Feb 5

Senate

Second Read and Referred S Education Committee

Jan 28

Senate

S First Read