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MA H732
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Steven Ultrino
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AI Summary
- Requires the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to establish program standards for high school professional development programs serving students
- Program standards must address six components: instructor qualifications, instructor training to identify individual student needs, different delivery models, remote and in-person access options, a comprehensive feedback system, and opportunities for students to build professional relationships outside their school
- School districts may establish professional development programs that meet department standards and receive department approval
- Mandates that high school students receive 1 excused absence per school year for a supervised professional development day
- Amends Chapter 69 (adding Section 1U) and Chapter 76, Section 1 of the Massachusetts General Laws
Legislative Description
Relative to high school professional development programs
Last Action
Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium
9/2/2025
Committee Referrals
Education2/27/2025
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