MN HF2660

Allows school boards to include an unlimited number of distance learning days in annual school calendars, replacing the previous limit of five days, for instruction due to inclement weather or health or natural disaster emergencies.

Requires distance learning plans to include accommodations for students without Internet access at home and for families lacking sufficient digital devices, with accessible options for students with disabilities.

Mandates schools notify parents and students of the distance learning plan at the beginning of the school year and at least two hours before implementing a distance learning day.

Requires each student's teacher to be accessible both online and by telephone during normal school hours on distance learning days to assist students and parents.

Effective for the 2022-2023 school year and later.