Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SF2192

Introduced
2/1/24  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to the state board of education's duties in connection with the core curriculum.(Formerly SSB 3045.)

Impact

If enacted, SF2192 would have a significant effect on educational policies in Iowa, particularly in shaping the curricula for both public and accredited nonpublic schools. The requirement for specific core content and skills focuses not only on traditional academic subjects but also emphasizes important life skills. This broader educational focus reflects a modern understanding of what is necessary for students to succeed in a rapidly changing world, thereby aligning state education standards with evolving workforce needs.

Summary

Senate File 2192, introduced by the Committee on Education, updates the responsibilities of the state board of education in relation to establishing core curriculum standards for schools. This bill specifically mandates the state board to adopt rules that define a core curriculum which meets minimal educational requirements for high school graduation. The curriculum encompasses core subjects including English, mathematics, science, and social studies, alongside additional twenty-first century learning skills such as civic literacy, health literacy, financial literacy, and employability skills. These changes aim to better prepare students for contemporary challenges.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding SF2192 may arise from debates about educational autonomy and the specifics of implementation. Critics might argue that mandated core curricula could limit teachers' flexibility in adapting their teaching methods to suit the unique needs of their students. Discussions are likely to focus on whether the state's definition of core learning adequately captures the diverse educational needs of a student body. Furthermore, there may be concerns over how effectively the state board implements the necessary training and resources to help educators adapt to these curriculum changes.

Companion Bills

IA SSB3045

Related A bill for an act relating to the state board of education's duties in connection with the core curriculum.(See SF 2192.)

IA HSB571

Related A bill for an act relating to the state board of education's duties in connection with the core curriculum.

Previously Filed As

IA HSB571

A bill for an act relating to the state board of education's duties in connection with the core curriculum.

IA SSB3045

A bill for an act relating to the state board of education's duties in connection with the core curriculum.(See SF 2192.)

IA SF2332

A bill for an act relating to computer science instruction, including by modifying provisions related to the graduation requirements, the computer science instruction provided to students enrolled in grades nine through twelve, computer science instruction endorsements and authorizations issued by the board of educational examiners, and the computer science professional development incentive fund.(Formerly SSB 3171.)

IA SF8

A bill for an act relating to the Iowa core curriculum and to assessment and content standards for school districts and accredited nonpublic schools and including effective date provisions.

IA SF391

A bill for an act relating to education, including modifying provisions related to comprehensive school improvement plans, teacher librarians and guidance counselors, required days or hours of instruction in elementary and secondary schools, agreements between school districts and community colleges to teach certain courses, and required courses in school districts and accredited nonpublic schools, and authorizing school districts to offer sequential units in one classroom. (Formerly SSB 1076.) Effective date: 07/01/2023.

IA SF647

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the education system, including the funding and operation of the department for the blind, department of education, and state board of regents, and including contingent effective date provisions. (Formerly SSB 1231.) Effective date: 07/01/2025.

IA SF2195

A bill for an act relating to reading instruction, including modifying provisions related to the language arts instruction provided to students enrolled in kindergarten through grade three and the preparation in reading theory provided by practitioner preparation programs, and including applicability provisions.(Formerly SSB 3069.)

IA SF2223

A bill for an act relating to children and students, including by modifying provisions related to a parent's or guardian's rights to make decisions affecting the parent's or guardian's child, the educational program and human growth and development curriculum provided to students enrolled in school districts, charter schools, and innovation zone schools, student health screenings, school district library programs, special education, and other duties of school districts and the governing boards of charter schools and innovation zone schools.

IA SSB3171

A bill for an act relating to computer science instruction, including by modifying provisions related to the graduation requirements, the computer science instruction provided to students enrolled in grades nine through twelve, computer science instruction endorsements and authorizations issued by the board of educational examiners, and the computer science professional development incentive fund.(See SF 2332.)

IA HF2544

A bill for an act relating to education, including by modifying provisions related to the social studies instruction provided to students enrolled in grades one through twelve and the educational programs provided by the institutions of higher education under the control of the state board of regents, and requiring education related to the holocaust for students and teachers in school districts. (Formerly HF 2330.)

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