Montana SB215 revises the definition of the basic system of free quality public elementary and secondary schools and the school funding formula.

Montana SB215 amends the definition of the basic system of free quality public elementary and secondary schools to include accreditation standards, educational programs, and student achievement growth. The bill revises the school funding formula to consider factors such as student needs, population density, and special needs. It mandates that the funding formula ensures open enrollment, student achievement, and transparency. The bill also requires the legislature to reassess the funding formula every 10 years.

Montana SB215 revises the definition of the basic system of free quality public elementary and secondary schools and the school funding formula.

Montana SB215 amends the definition of the basic system of free quality public elementary and secondary schools to include accreditation standards, educational programs, and student achievement growth. The bill revises the school funding formula to consider factors such as student needs, population density, and special needs. It mandates that the funding formula ensures open enrollment, student achievement, and transparency. The bill also requires the legislature to reassess the funding formula every 10 years.