Missouri 2024 Regular Session

Missouri House Bill HB2094

Introduced
1/3/24  

Caption

Requires school districts to provide instruction in cursive writing

Impact

The bill's implementation may significantly influence the curriculum standards across various school districts. By mandating cursive writing instruction, educators will be required to allocate time and resources to teach this skill, which could lead to modifications in existing literacy programs. Advocates argue that incorporating cursive writing could improve overall handwriting quality and enhance students' ability to take notes and communicate effectively in written form.

Summary

House Bill 2094 requires school districts to include cursive writing instruction in their educational programs. This legislation aims to reintroduce cursive writing as a critical skill for students, addressing the growing concern regarding students' handwriting capabilities in a digital age. Proponents believe that learning cursive not only enhances fine motor skills but also contributes to cognitive development and literacy.

Contention

Despite its support, HB 2094 may face contention regarding its necessity and practical implementation within schools. Critics may argue that with the increasing reliance on digital communication, teaching cursive writing could be viewed as an outdated practice. There are concerns about the appropriateness of mandating cursive instruction at a time when educational resources are already stretched thin, and priorities may need to be focused on other pressing literacy skills that align with current technological trends.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MO HB232

Requires school districts to provide instruction in cursive writing

MO SB664

Requires school districts and charter schools to provide instruction in cursive writing by the end of fifth grade

MO HB950

Requires school districts to provide "period products" at no cost in middle schools and high schools and charter schools and repeals provisions prohibiting abortion services providers from providing instruction on human sexuality or sexually transmitted diseases

MO HB1326

Requires public school teachers to be allotted a minimum number of minutes of instructional planning time each week

MO HB507

Allows school districts to include instruction on LGBTQ contributions to society

MO HB288

Requires school districts to provide "period products" at no cost in charter schools and public middle and high schools

MO HB408

Requires school districts to provide "period products" at no cost in charter schools and public middle and high schools

MO HB137

Changes provisions relating to instruction in human sexuality in schools

MO HB1371

Requires mental health awareness training and instruction in grades five to eight in public schools

MO SB172

Creates provisions relating to curricula and instruction in public schools

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.