advanced mathematics courses; student enrollment

HB 2609 requires Arizona school districts and charter schools to enroll sixth- through eighth-grade students who meet specific math proficiency criteria - such as scoring highest on statewide assessments, earning an A in their last math course, or requesting advancement - in advanced math courses, unless parents object. It directly affects middle school students and mandates schools to notify parents if a child is not proficient in grade-level math. The bill also requires annual reporting on enrollment data disaggregated by race, income, and gender, including how many students met proficiency criteria and whether they were enrolled in advanced courses. Schools must report on math course offerings and support resources, with the state compiling this data for public posting.