Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to provide Minnesota school districts with increased flexibility in determining the start date for the school year during specific years.

Main Provisions

• Adjustable Start Dates: For the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 school years, school boards in Minnesota are given the option to begin the academic year on or after September 1.
• Continued Flexibility: While allowing a post-September 1 start, the bill does not restrict districts from starting before Labor Day, maintaining their ability to decide on an earlier date if desired.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• Temporary Modification: This provision temporarily overrides the existing statute (Minnesota Statutes section 120A.40 paragraph a) that may dictate different school start requirements for these specified school years.

Relevant Terms

• School start date
• School board
• Labor Day
• Academic year flexibility