SB229 revises financial literacy education requirements in Nevada schools.

SB229 amends Nevada education law to require school districts and charter schools to provide financial literacy instruction to students from kindergarten through grade 12. The bill mandates professional development training for teachers on financial literacy and encourages partnerships with businesses and organizations to support financial education. It also revises the criteria for students to demonstrate proficiency in financial literacy, lowering the required grade point average and allowing for alternative assessments.

SB229 revises financial literacy education requirements in Nevada schools.

SB229 amends Nevada education law to require school districts and charter schools to provide financial literacy instruction to students from kindergarten through grade 12. The bill mandates professional development training for teachers on financial literacy and encourages partnerships with businesses and organizations to support financial education. It also revises the criteria for students to demonstrate proficiency in financial literacy, lowering the required grade point average and allowing for alternative assessments.