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ME LD1327
Bill
Status
6/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Holly Sargent
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AI Summary
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University of Maine System must convene a stakeholder group to study and develop a compensation structure for student teachers
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Stakeholder group includes preservice teachers, mentoring teachers, school administrators, educator preparation programs, Maine Education Association, Maine School Management Association, Maine Principals' Association, and Maine Municipal Association
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Study must examine barriers to student teaching caused by unpaid requirements and propose compensation options including stipends for student and mentoring teachers plus expense reimbursement such as mileage
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Study must explore alternative models for paid student teaching such as apprenticeships and residencies to increase pathways to education careers
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Report due to Joint Standing Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs by November 6, 2025, with the committee authorized to introduce related legislation in the Second Regular Session of the 132nd Legislature
Legislative Description
Resolve, Directing the University of Maine System to Study Student Teacher Compensation
Teachers
Last Action
FINALLY PASSED, in concurrence.
6/5/2025