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FL S0794
Bill
AI Summary
- Creates the Growing Teachers from Within Pilot Program within the Florida Department of Education, contingent upon legislative appropriation, to help non-instructional school district employees obtain teaching certificates and address the state's teacher shortage
- Requires school districts to apply by October 1, 2023, with the Commissioner of Education selecting up to three districts: one from a county under 100,000 population, one from 100,000–500,000, and one exceeding 500,000 based on the most recent decennial census
- Eligible participants must be educational support employees or paraprofessionals who hold an associate degree or have completed 60 semester credit hours, and must commit to teaching in the district for a minimum of 2 years after obtaining certification
- Appropriated funds must be used to establish customized coursework schedules allowing employees to earn a bachelor's degree while maintaining employment, and to provide financial support for tuition, credentials, technology, and instructional materials
- Participating districts must submit annual reports to the Commissioner by June 1 detailing implementation findings and effectiveness as a recruitment and retention strategy; the program expires June 30, 2026
Legislative Description
Growing Teachers from Within Pilot Program
Last Action
Died in Education Pre-K -12
5/5/2023
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