Washington SB5564 modifies the goals of a basic education to include global competitiveness and cultural appreciation.

Washington SB5564 amends the goals of a basic education to emphasize global competitiveness and cultural appreciation. It requires the office of the superintendent of public instruction to identify existing state learning standards that address knowledge and skills for reasoned judgments, problem-solving, and understanding work and finance. The bill also mandates the inclusion of ethnic studies materials and resources to help students appreciate diverse cultures. Public schools with students in grades seven through twelve are encouraged to offer ethnic studies courses.

Washington SB5564 modifies the goals of a basic education to include global competitiveness and cultural appreciation.

Washington SB5564 amends the goals of a basic education to emphasize global competitiveness and cultural appreciation. It requires the office of the superintendent of public instruction to identify existing state learning standards that address knowledge and skills for reasoned judgments, problem-solving, and understanding work and finance. The bill also mandates the inclusion of ethnic studies materials and resources to help students appreciate diverse cultures. Public schools with students in grades seven through twelve are encouraged to offer ethnic studies courses.