MN SF3110

Establishes a system of high school assessments to determine college and career readiness for Minnesota students, effective for students entering grade 8 in 2010-2011 or later.

Requires a reading and writing exam administered at the end of grade 10, with independent scores for each subject, computer-based administration, and frequent retest opportunities; passing scores required for graduation.

Mandates statewide end-of-course exams in advanced algebra and biology to be worth 25 percent of final course grades, with alternative pathways including ACT/SAT college readiness scores, CLEP credits, and Advanced Placement exams.

Requires schools highly misaligned for two consecutive years (final grades versus exam scores) to notify parents and use district funds for corrections; schools must reimburse students' higher education remediation costs if within 12 months of graduation.

Directs the commissioner to develop additional end-of-course exams in geometry, chemistry, and physics by 2015-2016; establishes benchmark assessments and item banks; requires independent evaluation studies due by January 15, 2015 and 2017.