Nevada Assembly Bill 383 sets standards for high impact tutoring programs

Assembly Bill 383, aimed at enhancing high-impact tutoring standards in Nevada schools, took center stage during the Senate Committee on Education meeting on May 12, 2025. The bill seeks to provide clear guidelines for school districts when selecting tutoring vendors, emphasizing the importance of personalized and effective tutoring methods.

Assemblywoman Alexis Hansen, a key proponent of the bill, highlighted the necessity of establishing high-impact tutoring standards to ensure that students receive quality educational support. "When school districts seek to look for a vendor in tutoring, it only makes sense to rely on tried and true practices," she stated, referencing successful initiatives in states like Oregon and Florida.

Co-presenter Spencer Flanders shared his personal journey with tutoring, recounting how targeted support transformed his educational experience despite his learning disabilities. "High impact tutoring changed my life," he said, stressing that many students today do not receive the same level of personalized attention. The bill aims to rectify this by mandating that tutoring programs include regular sessions, small group sizes, qualified tutors, and data-driven progress tracking.

The proposed legislation outlines specific criteria for tutoring vendors, including a minimum of three sessions per week and consistent tutor assignments. Hansen explained that while the State Board of Education could adopt regulations independently, this bill serves as a necessary framework to ensure that taxpayer dollars are spent effectively on educational services.

Committee members raised questions about the bill's provisions, particularly regarding the flexibility of the standards and the potential for changes in tutoring practices over time. Hansen acknowledged these concerns, indicating a willingness to refine the language to allow for adaptability while still establishing essential guidelines.

As the meeting concluded, the committee opened the floor for public support of Assembly Bill 383, signaling a significant step toward improving educational outcomes for Nevada's students through structured and effective tutoring practices. The bill is set to be enacted on July 1, 2026, if passed, marking a pivotal moment in the state's educational reform efforts.