HF 329 Summary

• Amends Minnesota Statutes section 120B.122, subdivision 1, to modify the duties of the state-employed dyslexia specialist.

• Requires the dyslexia specialist to increase professional awareness and instructional competencies among teachers and develop implementation guidance for recognizing and addressing dyslexia in students.

• Mandates the dyslexia specialist provide guidance to school districts and charter schools on accessing screening tools, implementing dyslexia screenings coordinated with early childhood screenings, and participating in professional development on dyslexia interventions.

• Requires the dyslexia specialist to provide guidance to the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board on developing licensing renewal requirements related to understanding dyslexia, recognizing dyslexia characteristics, and using evidence-based dyslexia best practices.