Section 20-1-102 - Legislative goals for public elementary and secondary schoolsIt is the goal of the legislature that Montana's public elementary and secondary school system, in cooperation with parents or guardians, create a learning environment for each student that:
(1) develops a sound foundation for literacy and numeracy during the early years that is built upon and reinforced throughout the educational experience;(2) furthers the ability to reason critically, creatively, and strategically;(3) fosters the ability to effectively understand and communicate ideas, knowledge, and thoughts;(4) develops a sense of personal and civic responsibility;(5) provides an in-depth understanding of the American political, social, and economic systems and the historical context from which they arose;(6) provides familiarization with political, social, and economic systems found elsewhere in the world;(7) develops a strong work ethic, postsecondary readiness, and employment skills;(8) encourages a healthy lifestyle; and(9) supports instruction of financial literacy, where students obtain the knowledge and skills required to succeed financially.Amended by Laws 2023, Ch. 387,Sec. 1, eff. 10/1/2023.Amended by Laws 2013, Ch. 222, Sec. 1, eff. 4/18/2013.En. Sec. 1, Ch. 208, L. 2005.