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MS SB2102
Bill
Status
Failed
1/31/2017
Primary Sponsor
Sampson Jackson
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AI Summary
- Requires school districts to employ assistant teachers/reading instructors in each kindergarten, first-, second-, and third-grade class under the "Mississippi Elementary Schools Assistant Teacher Program"
- Assistant teachers must have at least a high school diploma or GED and demonstrate proficiency in reading and writing skills, verified through state testing procedures
- Establishes minimum salary of $12,500 for assistant teachers beginning in the 2007-2008 school year, with potential annual increases tied to state revenue growth exceeding 5%
- Requires school districts to submit reading improvement plans and develop educational accountability assessments including pretests and posttests for grades 1-6 to receive funding
- Mandates annual preservice orientation, periodic workshops, and training for administrators and teachers on effective use of assistant teachers; State Department of Education must develop uniform statewide training module and conduct annual program evaluations
Legislative Description
Assistant teachers/reading instructors; require in each K-3 class.
Last Action
Died In Committee
1/31/2017
Committee Referrals
Education1/9/2017
Full Bill Text
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