as introduced - 91st Legislature (2019 - 2020) Posted on 01/24/2019 02:32pm
A bill for an act
relating to education; establishing P-TECH schools; appropriating money; proposing
coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 124D.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:
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(a) P-TECH schools are established as a public-private
partnership that will prepare students for high-skill jobs of the future in identified growth
industries.
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(b) The P-TECH school model must deliver five core benefits to students:
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(1) a rigorous, relevant, and cost-free education in grades 9 to 14, inclusive, focused on
knowledge and skills that students need for science, technology, engineering, and
mathematics (STEM) careers;
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(2) workplace learning that includes mentoring by industry professionals, worksite visits,
speakers, and internships;
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(3) intensive, individualized academic support by both secondary and postsecondary
faculty within an extended academic year or school day that enables students to progress
through the program at their own pace;
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(4) an opportunity to earn an associate's degree; and
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(5) a commitment to students who complete the program to be first in line for a job with
participating business partners following completion of the program.
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(a) P-TECH schools must accomplish the following:
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(1) develop programs of study in high-wage, high-skill, and high-demand career areas;
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(2) align school, college, and community systems in the programs of study developed
under this section;
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(3) support strong academic performance by program participants;
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(4) promote informed and appropriate career choices and preparation; and
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(5) ensure that employers in key technical fields have access to a talented and skilled
workforce.
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(b) Through the programs of study developed under this section, participating students
must be able to earn college course credit toward an associate's degree. Career pathways
will begin in grade 9 and must include workplace learning, high school, and postsecondary
coursework. These pathways will provide a seamless sequence of study, extending through
two years of postsecondary career and technical education, and culminating in an associate's
degree.
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This section is effective the day following final enactment.
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The sums indicated in this section are
appropriated from the general fund to the commissioner of education for the purposes of
establishing P-TECH schools.
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For P-TECH schools under Minnesota Statutes, section
124D.093:
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