Underperforming school districts required to have their prekindergarten programs evaluated by the Parent Aware program.

HF 587 requires school districts in Minnesota that perform below the state average in key academic metrics to have their prekindergarten programs evaluated by the Parent Aware quality rating system. This applies specifically to districts whose pre-K programs do not meet state benchmarks for student readiness, as defined by performance measures in education law. The evaluation will determine if these programs qualify for state funding under the Parent Aware system, which sets quality standards for early childhood education. The bill amends existing statutes to mandate this review process for underperforming districts, starting in 2026.