PELSB sends moderate‑to‑severe cross‑categorical special‑education licensure to rulemaking The board voted to send a proposed moderate‑to‑severe cross‑categorical special‑education license to rulemaking after staff and work‑group presentations; members discussed scope (moderate vs. severe/profound), federal compliance, and renewal/training needs.

Minnesota's Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board is shaking up special education with a new licensure path that could redefine how we support diverse learners.

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House recedes from substitute to SB203 to align with House-passed licensure language; recorded vote 97–0 The House voted to recede from its substitute to Senate Bill 203 to align the Senate version with the House-passed teacher licensure bill; Delegate Russell moved the motion and the clerk recorded the vote Ayes 97, Noes 0.

In a historic unanimous vote, the House of Delegates has aligned Senate Bill 203 with their recently passed teacher licensure measure, paving the way for critical educational reforms.

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Senate adopts measure requiring verification of identity and work authorization for educators; amendment clarifies language Senate File 22-18 requires the Board of Educational Examiners and local education authorities to verify identity and employment eligibility for licensure and hiring; an amendment replaced 'lawful presence' with 'legal authorization to work' before unanimous passage in the senate.

The Iowa Senate has unanimously approved a groundbreaking bill that mandates schools to verify the legal work status of educators before hiring them.

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GISD warns SB19 unit-value reset will cut nearly $1M from district budget Interim superintendent told trustees that SB19, a unit-value reset for school finance, will reduce GISD's unit value by $37 per student and cost the district nearly $1,000,000 this fiscal year; other bills (insurance coverage and teacher licensure changes) were also discussed.

Gadsden Independent School District warns that a new legislative bill could slash nearly $1 million from their budget, putting vital programs at risk.

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Board grants permission to adopt amendments to teacher licensure pathways (COMAR 13A.12.02.03) The Professional Standards and Teacher Education Board granted permission to adopt amendments to COMAR 13A.12.02.03, adding alternative transcript-analysis pathways for fine arts and secondary content and directing MSDE to provide resources and training to licensure partners.

Maryland is paving new pathways for aspiring teachers with innovative transcript-analysis options aimed at fine arts and secondary content licensure!

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State licensure board outlines NORA to resolve uneven credit requirements for Algebra add-on and geometry endorsements Staff presented a proposal to open regulations after data from educator-preparation programs showed wide variation in course credit values, creating barriers to the 24-semester-hour requirement for an Algebra 1 add-on; board members suggested alternatives including a 12-hour minimum or competency-based language.

Virginia's education board is tackling the chaotic credit disparities that make it tough for teachers to earn their Algebra 1 endorsements—could a new regulatory proposal change the game?

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CCV proposes justice-studies and paraeducator certificates and an education-focused liberal-studies pathway The Community College of Vermont presented three priority items: a 30-credit Justice Studies certificate, a 30-credit Paraeducator certificate aligned with Vermont Title I paraprofessional standards, and a version of the liberal studies associate degree specialized for education to support 2+2 pathways into teacher licensure. CCV emphasized stackab

CCV is revolutionizing education with new certificates in Justice Studies and Paraeducator training, paving the way for future educators in Vermont!

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New Hampshire Education Leaders Discuss Teacher Licensing and Collaborative Pathways Officials address teacher licensing trends and collaborative initiatives among state universities.

New Hampshire's education leaders are taking bold steps to tackle the teacher shortage while increasing pathways for student success—what's the game plan?

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Education Committee evaluates new Praxis Bridge program for teacher certification Committee discusses initial pass rates and implications of the Praxis Bridge program.

Tennessee’s Education Committee is reshaping the future of teacher licensure with a groundbreaking bridge program aimed at enhancing candidate support and success rates.

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Nevada Commission updates teacher licensure regulations for veterans and provisional licenses Commission amends licensure rules to aid veterans and streamline provisional licensing process.

Nevada is on the verge of a major educational overhaul with Assembly Bill 49, aiming to simplify teacher licensure and support military families entering the profession.

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Arkansas appropriates $1.4M for Education Department budget in fiscal year 2025-2026 Arkansas allocates $1.4 million for various educational programs and charter school closures.

Arkansas is taking a bold step to reshape its educational landscape with Senate Bill 93, allocating over $1.4 million to enhance teacher standards and address charter school closures.

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State Department outlines new pathways for alternative teacher licensure Department mandates streamlined alternative licensure processes and support for teachers.

Nevada's Senate Bill 400 is shaking up the teacher licensure process to tackle the pressing educator shortage—could this be the game-changer our classrooms desperately need?

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Arkansas committee streamlines teacher licensing and professional development requirements Arkansas focuses on reducing bureaucratic barriers in teacher licensing to improve retention.

Arkansas is taking bold steps to simplify teacher licensure and professional development, aiming to empower educators and enhance student learning like never before.

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New Mexico reviews teacher license reciprocity for out-of-state educators Lawmakers discuss implementation of tiered licensing for teachers from member states

New Mexico is on the brink of revolutionizing teacher licensure, making it easier for out-of-state educators to join the classroom!

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Education Department sets new licensure requirements for teacher candidates New requirements include coursework in reading and extended student teaching periods.

New Mexico's House Bill 297 is shaking up the teaching landscape by imposing tougher licensure requirements—will this help or hinder our future educators?

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Minnesota Senators Target Special Education Teacher Shortage with New Proposal Minnesota lawmakers propose expanding apprenticeship programs to address special education teacher shortages.

Minnesota lawmakers are taking bold steps to tackle the alarming shortage of special education teachers with a new apprenticeship program aimed at filling critical gaps in the classroom.

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Durham Schools Launch Innovative Strategies to Recruit and Retain Bus Drivers Teachers' licensure improves, reducing uncertified staff and enhancing recruitment strategies for bus drivers.

Durham Public Schools is making strides in teacher licensure and tackling the critical shortage of bus drivers with innovative recruitment strategies!

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