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FL S0432

Bill

Status

Introduced

10/5/2015

Primary Sponsor

Education Pre-K - 12

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Origin

Senate

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes alternative pathway to professional educator certification for grades 6-12 in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) subjects
  • Requires applicants to hold a master's or higher degree in STEM and teach a high school course in that subject area
  • Mandates "highly effective" performance rating based on teacher evaluation under section 1012.34, with assessment based partly on student performance on statewide standardized tests or Advanced Placement, Advanced International Certificate of Education, or International Baccalaureate exams
  • Requires passing score on Florida professional education competency examination as determined by state board rule
  • Takes effect July 1, 2016

Legislative Description

Teacher Certification

Last Action

Laid on Table, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/HB 189 (Ch. 2016-117)

3/9/2016

Committee Referrals

Appropriations2/17/2016
Appropriations Subcommittee on Education1/22/2016
Education Pre-K - 1210/9/2015

Full Bill Text

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