North Dakota Senate Bill SB2263

North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/20/25
• Refer: 1/20/25
• Report DNP: 2/19/25

Caption

A BILL for an Act to provide an appropriation for mastery framework training grants.

Impact

The appropriation would allow each school district team to receive up to $25,000 for dedicated training. Funding is aimed specifically at teams that include an administrator and, if possible, an instructional coach. The expectation is that this targeted funding will enable school districts to enhance their instructional strategies and foster an environment conducive to mastery learning, potentially leading to better student outcomes. This structured approach is likely to influence how instruction is delivered in participating districts.

Summary

Senate Bill 2263 aims to provide a one-time appropriation of $500,000 for mastery framework training grants through the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction. This initiative is designed to support school district teams in developing and implementing mastery frameworks, which are educational models that focus on students learning at their own pace until they achieve a thorough understanding of the material. The bill highlights the importance of creating systems that can be shared and replicated across the state to enhance educational quality.

Contention

While the bill primarily focuses on enriching educational practices, the allocation of funds may ignite discussions regarding budgeting priorities and resource distribution among different educational initiatives. Critics may argue that with limited state funds, investing in mastery framework training might divert resources from other pressing educational needs. Proponents, however, would contend that investing in such frameworks is essential for long-term educational improvement and student success.