Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

Minnesota Senate Bill SF182

Introduced
1/11/23  

Caption

Postsecondary institution requirement to notify a school of student withdrawal

Impact

The bill amends existing statutes regarding educational procedures, specifically enhancing the processes related to dual enrollment and academic credit transfer. By requiring postsecondary institutions to notify secondary schools of withdrawals, SF182 solidifies a framework for transitions between high school and college, thereby ensuring that students receive appropriate academic recognition and support. This change is expected to impact how school districts manage their records of student enrollment in postsecondary courses, with the added obligation to process and respond to notifications from colleges.

Summary

SF182 is a legislative bill focusing on the interconnected responsibilities between postsecondary institutions and secondary schools in Minnesota. It mandates that postsecondary institutions must notify a student's secondary school if the student withdraws from a course. This notification requirement aims to maintain communication and ensure that schools can appropriately account for students’ academic progress. The bill emphasizes the importance of transparency in a student's educational journey, facilitating better tracking of students who are enrolled in dual credit programs.

Contention

Some potential points of contention surrounding SF182 may arise from concerns about administrative burden on postsecondary institutions in complying with the notification process. Opponents might argue that the requirement could lead to an unnecessary complication in reporting procedures, particularly for institutions serving a large number of students. Additionally, there may be discussions regarding the adequacy of existing mechanisms for communication between institutions and the efficacy of the proposed requirements in truly enhancing student tracking and support.

Companion Bills

MN HF1187

Similar To Postsecondary institution required to notify school of student withdrawal, and student required to provide school with copy of grades taken for secondary credit.

Previously Filed As

MN HF1187

Postsecondary institution required to notify school of student withdrawal, and student required to provide school with copy of grades taken for secondary credit.

MN HF2537

Postsecondary enrollment options provisions modified.

MN SF2359

Postsecondary enrollment options provisions modifications

MN SF2374

Postsecondary institution enrollment aid for meals and transportation costs for qualifying students appropriation

MN HF1126

Postsecondary attainment goals, student financial aid, institutional licensure provisions, and institutional grant program policy changes provided.

MN SF4616

Postsecondary enrollment options eligible institutions requirements modifications

MN HF2706

Postsecondary institution enrollment aid for meals provided, enrollment aid for transportation costs for qualifying students provided, and money appropriated.

MN SF1011

Certain policy changes provision to postsecondary attainment goals, student financial aid, institutional licensure provisions, and institutional grant programs

MN SF2358

School districts granting secondary credit for postsecondary courses outside the school year requirement; appropriating money

MN HF39

Higher education policy changes provided to postsecondary attainment goals, student financial aid, institutional licensure provisions, and institutional grant programs.

Similar Bills

MN SF2359

Postsecondary enrollment options provisions modifications

MN HF2537

Postsecondary enrollment options provisions modified.

CA SB1467

Private postsecondary education.

CA SB802

Private postsecondary education: California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009.

MN HF1187

Postsecondary institution required to notify school of student withdrawal, and student required to provide school with copy of grades taken for secondary credit.

LA HB566

Establishes job order contracting as an alternative project delivery method applicable to deferred maintenance of public facilities by postsecondary education institutions for certain work types (EN NO IMPACT See Note)

MN SF430

Post-secondary enrollment in summer courses authorization provision

MN SF1204

Postsecondary enrollment in summer courses authorization