MN HF4384

Changes school district requirement for gifted and talented programs from "may" to "must" identify students and provide programs addressing their instructional and affective needs.

Increases per-pupil gifted and talented education funding from $13 to $39 per adjusted pupil unit for each school district.

Requires school districts to use universal screening with multiple research-supported assessments for identifying gifted students, with procedures sensitive to underrepresented groups including low-income, minority, twice-exceptional, and English learners.

Mandates school districts adopt procedures for academic acceleration and early kindergarten/first grade admission for gifted students, and provide ongoing professional development for staff on gifted education.

Requires districts to report data on gifted program effectiveness, including student performance by achievement quartiles, parent and educator satisfaction, and detailed spending on identification, programming, professional development, and accountability measures.