2026 Minnesota Statutes
142D.095 PRESCHOOL ASSESSMENT.
(a) For programs serving children under section 142D.08, the commissioner of children, youth, and families must implement a preschool assessment of children's development in the year prior to kindergarten entry that is:
(1) aligned to the state early childhood indicators of progress and based on the criteria for an early learning assessment approved by the commissioner; and
(2) based in part on information collected from teachers, early learning professionals, families, and other partners.
(b) The commissioner must evaluate and approve assessment tools that meet the requirements in paragraph (a). School districts and charter schools operating a program under section 142D.08 must choose an assessment tool approved under this paragraph.
(c) The commissioner may provide technical assistance and professional development related to the assessment to educators, school districts, and charter schools.
History:
Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes