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MO HB1239
Bill
Status
3/11/2015
Primary Sponsor
Chrissy Sommer
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AI Summary
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School board members in provisionally accredited districts, districts with buildings scoring below fully accredited, or districts deemed needing additional support must complete at least 12 hours of annual continuing education training
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At least 6 of the 12 required hours must focus on improving student outcomes and academic success, covering topics such as governance, personnel, curriculum, data use in decision making, and current education issues
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Incumbent board members or those reelected after a break in service must complete at least 4 hours of continuing education within the first year of each additional term
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Failure to comply with orientation and training requirements may result in forfeiture of the board member's position or other penalties as set by district board policy
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Training programs must be offered by a statewide association for school board members or be approved by the state board of education
Legislative Description
Specifies continuing education training for school board members, with additional training required for members serving districts with provisional accreditation
Last Action
Referred: Elementary and Secondary Education(H)
5/15/2015