Which of the following matters is NOT within the scope of state mandatory bargaining law?

The right to assign or transfer teachers is not typically included within the scope of state mandatory bargaining law. This is because decisions regarding the assignment and transfer of teachers are generally considered management rights. Mandatory bargaining laws focus primarily on matters that directly impact the working conditions and terms of employment, such as wages, benefits, and work hours.

In contrast, determining curriculum standards, setting the school calendar, and determining work performance standards fall within areas that can be negotiated and where educators' unions might have a role in discussions with school management. These matters are often related to the educational policies and day-to-day operations which affect teachers' work environment and responsibilities, thus placing them within the scope of negotiations.