This bill modifies Minnesota's safe and supportive schools programming requirements by making certain measures mandatory rather than optional. Specifically, it amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 121A.031, subdivision 5, to require schools to provide developmentally appropriate instruction to help students prevent and respond to prohibited conduct, promote diversity, and foster problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.

The bill mandates that districts and schools: - Develop strategies for creating a positive school climate. - Implement evidence-based social-emotional learning to prevent discrimination and other misconduct. - Establish intervention programs and engage students, parents, and community members in their implementation. - Train bystander students to recognize and report incidents. - Teach students self-advocacy and advocacy for others. - Prevent the misidentification of students for special education services due to behavioral issues. - Encourage student-led initiatives that contribute to a supportive school environment.

By shifting previously encouraged actions to required ones, the bill strengthens school responsibilities in fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment.