Oklahoma 2023 Regular Session

Oklahoma House Bill HB2115

Introduced
2/6/23  

Caption

School curriculum; State Department of Education; Native American history and culture; public schools; codification; effective date; emergency.

Impact

This legislation has the potential to significantly impact the state’s educational framework by integrating important cultural perspectives into the curriculum. The intent is to foster a more inclusive environment that recognizes and respects diversity. Beginning in the 2023-2024 school year, schools will be encouraged to embed this curriculum across various subjects, creating an environment where discussions about bullying, discrimination, and tolerance are facilitated among students.

Summary

House Bill 2115 mandates the inclusion of Native American history and culture within the public school curriculum in Oklahoma for students in grades six through twelve. The bill directs the State Department of Education to develop and implement a curriculum in consultation with experts in the field to ensure accurate and comprehensive educational content. This initiative aims to enrich students' understanding of the significant contributions of Native Americans to American history and culture.

Contention

While the bill presents an opportunity for enhanced cultural education, it may also face opposition regarding the implementation details, resource allocation, and faculty training for teachers in Native American history. Critics may argue about the adequacy of professional development opportunities and whether current educational resources can effectively support this new requirement. The success of this initiative will depend largely on the commitment from the State Department of Education as well as the willingness of schools to embrace these changes.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

OK HB2115

School curriculum; State Department of Education; Native American history and culture; public schools; codification; effective date; emergency.

OK HB4129

School curriculum; Native American history and culture; public schools; effective date.

OK SB1671

School curriculum; directing development of curricula and materials related to Holocaust education. Effective date. Emergency.

OK HB3720

School curriculum; requiring Holocaust education in public schools; effective date; emergency.

OK SB1103

Requires certain topics in Native American and African American history to be included in the seventh through twelfth grade history curriculum in public schools

OK SB950

Requires certain topics in Native American and African American history to be included in the seventh through twelfth grade history curriculum in public schools

OK HB922

Education - Public Schools - Asian American History Curriculum Requirement

OK HB960

Education - Public Schools - Asian American History Curriculum Requirement

OK SB304

Education - Public Schools - Asian American History Curriculum Requirement

OK HB1363

Education - Public Schools - Asian American History Curriculum Requirement

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