MN HF2675

Commissioner of Education must establish criteria and requirements for adult basic education consortia to operate adult high school diploma programs, effective August 1, 2014.

Adult basic education programs must develop individualized learning plans for each student, provide ongoing advising, monitor progress, and conduct final interviews upon diploma completion.

Standard adult high school diploma requirements must be rigorous and uniform statewide, covering language arts, mathematics, career development, social studies, and science aligned to Minnesota academic standards.

Students may demonstrate competency completion through prior K-12 or postsecondary coursework, standardized assessments, adult basic education instruction, or applied learning experiences.

Commissioner or participating school districts may issue the standard adult high school diploma; commissioners must establish uniform transcripts and record-keeping procedures for student transfers between approved programs.