An Act relating to mathematics education; relating to the duties of the Department of Education and Early Development; and relating to the duties of school districts.

HB 237 requires all Alaska public schools to provide 60 minutes daily (or 300 weekly) of mathematics instruction for students in kindergarten through eighth grade. It mandates school districts to use evidence-based instructional materials and assessments to monitor student progress, identify those needing intervention, and automatically enroll eligible students in advanced math courses. The Department of Education must provide districts with approved materials and assessments, while districts must implement teacher training programs focused on data-driven instruction and intervention strategies. This bill directly affects K-8 students, school districts, and math teachers across Alaska by establishing specific requirements for curriculum, assessment, and educator support.