Gifted and talented programs and services requirements modifications provision, certain gifted and talented program data reported by the commissioner requirement, gifted and talented programs and services revenue increase provision, and appropriation

Minnesota Senate Bill 2770 (SF 2770) modifies requirements for identifying and serving gifted and talented students in Minnesota public schools. It mandates universal screening for all students in targeted grades by the end of fifth grade, requires multiple objective criteria for program identification (including sensitivity to underrepresented groups), and sets a 2027 deadline for school districts to use commissioner-approved screening tools. The bill also requires school districts to report program expenditures and participation data to the commissioner, and increases revenue and appropriates funds for gifted and talented programs. These changes apply to all Minnesota school districts beginning with the 2025-2026 school year.