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AZ SB1441
Bill
Status
1/26/2022
Primary Sponsor
Martin Quezada
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AI Summary
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Requires the Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction to develop a model ethnic studies curriculum for grades 7-12 by September 1, 2023, designed to prepare students to be global citizens with appreciation for diverse cultures' contributions.
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Mandates the Superintendent post the model curriculum on their website and periodically update it to incorporate best practices in ethnic studies.
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Allows public schools serving grades 7-12 to offer ethnic studies courses that incorporate the model curriculum developed under this bill.
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Establishes an ethnic studies advisory committee composed primarily of educators with ethnic studies teaching experience from public high schools and higher education institutions to recommend state learning standards and advise on curriculum development.
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The ethnic studies advisory committee provision expires June 30, 2024.
Legislative Description
Model ethnic studies curriculum
School Instruction
Last Action
Senate read second time
1/27/2022