Today the Senate passed Senator Michelle Benson’s (R-Ham Lake) bill to require class syllabi be made available to parents within the first two weeks of the educational term. After years of COVID restrictions and distance learning, children are struggling to meet basic educational goals. The bill aims to get kids back on the right track by increasing school transparency, disclosure, and accountability to parents.  

“Parents have the right to know what their kids are being taught,” Benson said.“It is imperative our schools have a well-planned and transparent curriculum. This legislation affirms what many educators are already doing and allows parents to have the information necessary to help decide what education option is best for their child.”  

The legislation is part of a larger Senate Republican Parents Bill of Rights proposal to empower parents in their children’s education. Two other parts of that package passed the Senate last week.  

The legislation now awaits action by the House of Representatives.