Educators warn of staffing shortfalls as Ohio modifies computer‑science graduation requirement A substitute bill reduces the mandated computer‑science graduation requirement from a full unit to a half unit; superintendents support the goal but told the committee Ohio has only about 1,300 certified computer‑science teachers statewide and urged flexibility, partnerships, and investment in teacher preparation.

Ohio's Senate Education Committee is shaking up computer science graduation requirements, but will there be enough certified teachers to make it work?

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Senate advances Strong Readers Act reform to standardize screeners, expand early interventions On the floor, senators advanced and passed a floor substitute to Senate Bill 17‑78, which would codify a funding formula for the Strong Readers Act, require a single state-approved screener vetted by OEQA, create summer teacher academies and give the secretary of education audit authority over teacher-preparation programs; the measure passed and was declared an emergency.

The Senate has just passed a transformative bill aimed at revolutionizing early literacy in Oklahoma by standardizing assessment tools and prioritizing early interventions for struggling readers.

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House approves teacher-preparation bill after amendment to remove new test fails The Iowa House passed House File 2230, requiring at least 15 practicum hours focused on differentiated instruction and supports for special populations and keeping an end-of-program summative assessment; an amendment to eliminate the assessment failed 31–64 before the bill passed 94–2.

The Iowa House has just approved a groundbreaking teacher-preparation bill that requires more hands-on training for future educators, despite a contentious attempt to scrap a new assessment.

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What should #edprep leaders focus on to ensure all students are taught by well-prepared teachers?

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Tyler ISD previews ’1882’ partnership with UT Tyler to pilot teacher prep and biomedical programming District leaders presented a draft '1882' performance partnership with the University of Texas at Tyler to pilot teacher preparation and biomedical pathways at three campuses; attorneys are still reviewing the agreement and a final performance agreement is expected in March.

Tyler ISD is set to launch an innovative "1882" partnership with UT Tyler, paving the way for students to explore exciting careers in teaching and biomedical fields!

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Ways and Means reviews a raft of education bills on Feb. 25, 2026 The committee took testimony on numerous K–12 education bills ranging from teacher-prep and classroom time to school safety, open enrollment, water-safety curriculum, and a proposed statewide financial-literacy graduation requirement.

Maryland's House Ways and Means Committee is tackling pivotal education bills aimed at enhancing school safety, teacher preparation, and financial literacy for students.

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Committee Hears Broad Support for K–4 Structured Literacy Bill, Questions on Funding and Certification The Early Learning K–12 Education Committee heard hours of testimony in support of ESHB 12-95, which would require evidence-aligned literacy curricula and K–4 comprehensive programs when districts update curriculum. Supporters cited improved district results and equity; educators and unions raised concerns about implementation costs and added certificate requirements.

A new literacy bill could transform education for K–4 students in Washington by ensuring evidence-aligned curricula and comprehensive support, but will it come with the necessary funding?

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Senate passes bill to expand review of teacher and principal preparation programs Senate Bill 6,278, which directs review and engagement with teacher and principal preparation programs to align preparation with classroom needs, passed on final passage after sponsor remarks citing pandemic-era lessons and international comparisons.

The Senate has passed a pivotal bill aimed at enhancing teacher and principal preparation programs, drawing lessons from the pandemic and global examples like Finland.

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Using AI to Reduce Student Screen Time: Fighting the attention economy with its own weapons. | Sunrise Classroom There is something deeply ironic about using artificial intelligence to get kids off screens. That’s like hiring a personal trainer who lives at a donut shop.

More AI does not have to mean more screen time. In fact, the smartest use of AI in schools might actually reduce student screen time.

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Subcommittee backs math reforms to expand advanced access, increase elementary math time and strengthen teacher prep House Bill 10 30 would guarantee access to advanced math for prepared students, require at least 60 minutes of daily core math instruction in grades 4–5, and tighten teacher preparation. Sponsors and classroom teachers emphasized supports for students and targeted K–5 teacher training.

Georgia's House Bill 10 30 is set to revolutionize math education by ensuring advanced access for ready students, increasing core instruction time, and enhancing teacher training!

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Committee advances math bill that requires early screeners and new teacher-prep coursework The House Education Committee adopted an amendment and gave a do-pass to Senate Bill 29, which creates a statewide math framework with early screening and family notification and requires additional mathematics methods coursework for teacher preparation pathways. Supporters cited low proficiency and workforce needs; districts urged more study on timeline and capacity.

A new statewide math framework in New Mexico aims to boost student proficiency by enhancing teacher preparation and introducing quick screening tools for early intervention.

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The Myth of “Classroom Management First” and What Actually Helps New Teachers Early On | Sunrise Classroom In nearly every conversation about supporting new teachers, a familiar refrain appears: focus on classroom management first.

In nearly every conversation about supporting new teachers, a familiar refrain appears: focus on classroom management first.

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New Teachers Don’t Need More Strategies, They Need Better Feedback. | Sunrise Classroom Many new teachers ask themselves a simple but weighty question: Did I actually help my students learn today?

The quality of feedback a new teacher receives has a significant impact on their growth trajectory.
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OEQA briefs lawmakers on Teach Forward grants, test-translation limits and priority of certified teachers in classrooms OEQA Director Riley told the subcommittee that OEQA will prioritize placing a certified teacher in every classroom and reported receiving three Teach Forward applications; staff said translating certification tests into other languages is a cost and validity issue and is not planned.

OEQA is prioritizing certified teachers in every classroom and tackling challenges with teacher preparation programs, but funding hurdles may slow progress.

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Panel advances bill to raise and index teacher residency stipends, broaden hiring flexibility The House committee gave HB30 a do‑pass recommendation after sponsors and education groups said indexing residency stipends to beginning teacher pay and raising amounts for degree‑holders will improve recruitment and retention; witnesses warned funding choices could reduce slots or shift stipends elsewhere.

New Mexico is taking a bold step to enhance teacher residencies by linking stipends to starting teacher salaries, ensuring better support for future educators!

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Senate Education Committee advances SB29 to tighten math teacher preparation, adds phased-in amendments The Senate Education Committee advanced SB29 on Monday after wide public support and several sponsor-agreed amendments that delay some requirements for current candidates, add grade-specific screening and align family reporting with literacy policies. The committee voted unanimously to adopt the amendments and moved the bill forward as twice-amended.

New Mexico's Senate Education Committee has taken a bold step to revamp math instruction in K–12 schools, addressing alarming student performance with a new framework for teacher preparation and early intervention.

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Lengthy hearing on HB 2776: advocates tout AAS teacher pathway, higher education urges caution Representatives, community colleges, superintendents and higher-education institutions debated HB 2776, which would create an Associate of Applied Science pathway and temporary two-year authorization certificate for teachers; supporters cited workforce shortages and rural access, opponents warned of lower content preparation and resource burdens for mentorship.

A heated debate in Missouri over House Bill 2776 is igniting discussions about a new pathway for aspiring teachers, but will it address workforce shortages without sacrificing quality?

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Deputy superintendent previews Title I/II updates to consolidated state plan, expands Title II uses to support licensure and retention Deputy Superintendent Booker Dwyer outlined proposed amendments to Virginia’s consolidated state plan, saying Title II language would be broadened to fund residency programs, webinars, resource development and marketing to support licensure pathways and educator retention; the plan has not yet been released for public comment.

Virginia's Deputy Superintendent is shaking up educator support with bold changes to Title II funding that could transform teacher recruitment and retention!

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Welcome back to our returning teacher candidates and a warm welcome to our newest members of the CalStateTEACH community. We’re so glad you’re here. Here’s to learning, connection, and another meaningful semester ahead!

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Waxahachie ISD reviews proposed Texas Tech teacher pipeline MOU, delays action District staff briefed trustees on a proposed memorandum with Texas Tech University to participate in 'Tech Teach Across Texas' (2+2, 2+1, and RaiderTeach pathways); the superintendent recommended deferring action one month to finalize the MOU.

Waxahachie ISD is on the brink of launching a groundbreaking teacher preparation partnership with Texas Tech University that promises to cultivate homegrown educators.

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VDOE details educator-preparation reviews and CAPE accreditation process; proposes improvements to program monitoring VDOE presenters explained the CAPE accreditation and concurrent state review process for educator-preparation programs, noted 36 EPPs and increased data-sharing through VEAC, and outlined plans to refine training, expand peer review options and improve program tracking.

Virginia's educator-preparation programs are undergoing significant changes to enhance training and accreditation, paving the way for a stronger teaching workforce.

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Grant received! It’s small, but it will facilitate some of the boring administrative stuff that actually makes teacher preparation possible.

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State Board hears TELA report as first‑time pass rate falls to 35% The board heard the Tennessee Early Literacy Assessment (TELA) report showing a decline in first‑time pass rates to 35% in year two, prompting questions about candidate preparation, multiple‑attempt pathways and support for educator preparation providers.

Tennessee's Early Literacy Assessment shows a worrying drop in first-time pass rates to just 35%, raising critical questions about educator preparation and support.

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Celebrating Future Teachers of America Day!

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Teacher mentoring isn't a "nice to have." It's the difference between a teacher who survives the year and one who grows into a confident, reflective educator. #TeacherMentoring #TeacherPreparation #TeacherProfessionalDevelopment #FutureOfEducation

Teaching isn’t just about delivering lessons — it’s about building relationships that make learning meaningful. I’m excited to continue developing the skills to make that impact in my future classroom. #EducationMatters #TeacherPreparation

Maryland deans and directors push science‑of‑reading alignment, diversified teacher pipelines University deans told the State Board that literacy, intensive practice, and multiple entry pathways into teaching are priorities: faculty professional development on the science of reading, early clinical experiences, residencies and grow‑your‑own programs to recruit paraprofessionals and conditional teachers.

Maryland's educator preparation deans are revolutionizing teacher training by aligning it with the science of reading and launching innovative programs to diversify the teacher pipeline.

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Department to move Foundations of Reading test into Pearson platform; number changes from 190 to 890, department says content unchanged Officials told the board the Foundations of Reading assessment used for teacher preparation will be moved onto Pearson’s national platform and renumbered from 190 to 890; the department said the content, structure and passing score will remain unchanged and the move adds practice and data features.

The Foundations of Reading assessment is getting a makeover, shifting to Pearson's platform and renumbering from 190 to 890, but the content remains exactly the same!

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Board hears timeline for literacy‑test selection and delay in external review contract onboarding Board members discussed the literacy task forces review of two candidate early‑literacy tests and heard staff explain delays in bringing an external reviewer under contract due to state vendor onboarding requirements.

The Alabama State Board of Education is at a pivotal moment in selecting an early-literacy assessment that could shape the future of teaching for young readers.

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Education Study Reveals 23% of Course Syllabi Align with Science of Reading Standards Only 23% of reviewed course syllabi align with evidence-based reading practices.

Only 23% of Alabama's teacher preparation programs are aligned with the science of reading, raising concerns about the future of literacy education in the state.

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