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IA HF784
Bill
Status
6/2/2025
Primary Sponsor
Education
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AI Summary
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Requires the Iowa Department of Education to develop and distribute a comprehensive state mathematics plan by July 1, 2025, focusing on systematic teaching of foundational math concepts including subitizing, cardinality, counting, spatial relationships, and benchmark numbers
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Mandates school districts assess all students in kindergarten through grade 6 at least three times per year using department-approved mathematics screeners to determine proficiency levels
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Students identified as "persistently at risk" (failing to meet grade-level benchmarks on two consecutive assessments) must receive biweekly assessments, a personalized mathematics plan developed with parents, and either small group or intensive interventions depending on progress
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Requires practitioner preparation programs to include mathematics methods coursework, with future K-12 math teachers demonstrating competency in number sense, learning progressions, conceptual understanding, and procedural fluency
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Directs the department to provide evidence-based professional development in high-quality mathematics instruction to teachers at schools most in need of support, based on student proficiency levels and available resources
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to education, including by modifying provisions related to mathematics instruction, practitioner preparation programs, and the duties of the director of the department of education, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly HSB 137.) Effective date: 06/02/2025, 07/01/2025.
Last Action
Signed by Governor. H.J. 1227.
6/2/2025