HI SR80

Request the State Auditor to study the number of first-year teachers hired annually by the Department of Education starting in 2012, reported on a school-by-school basis.

Request analysis of five-year retention rates for first-year teachers hired starting in 2012, tracked individually by school across all public schools.

Request statistics on teacher transfers and departures starting in 2012, including transfers between schools, complex areas, position changes within the Department of Education, and departures from the Department, reported on a school-by-school basis.

Require the Auditor to submit the study report to the Legislature no later than twenty days before the convening of the 2018 Regular Session.

Transmit certified copies to the Office of the Auditor, Board of Education Chairperson, and Superintendent of Education.