AZ SCR1012

Extends Arizona Teachers Academy scholarship eligibility for community college students from 2 academic years (4 semesters) to 4 academic years (8 semesters) to cover tuition and fees associated with teacher preparation programs

Requires submission to voters as a ballot referendum at the next general election under Arizona's constitutional referendum process

Maintains existing scholarship requirements where students must teach one full school year in an Arizona public school for each academic year of scholarship received

Preserves the Arizona Teachers Academy fund structure administered by the Arizona Board of Regents, with monies distributed to eligible postsecondary institutions including universities, community colleges, and qualifying tribal colleges

Keeps current provisions allowing scholarships for national board certification, postbaccalaureate programs, and accelerated models for high-demand specializations like special education and STEM fields