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Committee advances bill to create advanced-math pathway for proficient students
Summary
House Education Policy Committee reported HB 353 favorably. Sponsor Representative Butler said the bill creates a pathway for students to accelerate in math from middle school algebra through AP or dual-enrollment options, with opt-in/opt-out parental choices and discussion of resources for small schools.
Representative Butler presented HB 353 as a measure to create an advanced-math pathway so students who are proficient can advance earlier and access higher-level coursework in high school through AP, dual enrollment or other accelerated options. "It creates a path for the student that is proficient to advance," Butler said.
Members expressed support while noting resource and equity concerns for smaller districts. Representative DuBose asked whether the state is prepared to offer the highest-level courses (for example, calculus II) in smaller districts; the sponsor and members said grants, technology and partnerships used in past efforts could help extend offerings to small schools.
The committee moved and approved a favorable report by voice vote (motion by Representative Baker, second by Representative Drummond). The sponsor thanked the committee, and the chair adjourned the session.
The transcript records the committee'level action; implementation details (funding, specific course lists and timelines) were not specified in the hearing.
