HB 1290 Summary

• Delays full implementation of the Oklahoma Teacher and Leader Effectiveness Evaluation System (TLE) from 2015-2016 school year to 2017-2018 school year for all school districts.

• Modifies the phased implementation schedule for TLE components, requiring school districts to incorporate qualitative and quantitative assessment measures on specific timelines through the 2017-2018 school year.

• Changes the deadline for the Teacher and Leader Effectiveness Commission to adopt recommendations on student academic growth calculations from May 1, 2014 to May 1, 2016.

• Clarifies that the Commission's duties are not contingent upon the state receiving federal Race to the Top funding and expands Commission oversight responsibilities for TLE development and implementation.

• Declares an emergency, making the act effective immediately upon passage and approval.