Montana Code 20-1-102. Legislative goals for public elementary and secondary schools
20-1-102. Legislative goals for public elementary and secondary schools. It 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:
Terms Used In Montana Code 20-1-102
- school: means an institution for the teaching of children that is established and maintained under the laws of the state of Montana at public expense. See Montana Code 20-6-501
- System: means the Montana university system. See Montana Code 20-1-101
(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.