MA H665

Eliminates the master's degree requirement for obtaining a standard educator certificate in Massachusetts, replacing it with a performance-based pathway

Requires teachers to hold a provisional educator certificate for at least 5 years and demonstrate satisfactory performance through district evaluations showing student learning, instructional effectiveness, and classroom management

Mandates completion of a professional development plan approved by the local school district, covering teaching strategies, content knowledge, and classroom management

Requires the Board of Education to prepare a report within 12 months analyzing the impact on teacher retention, student outcomes, and professional development

Directs the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to issue implementation guidelines for school districts