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OK SB217
OK SB217Teacher certification; directing the State Department of Education to implement certification pilot program.
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Introduced
02/04/2019
02/04/2019
In Committee
04/04/2019
04/04/2019
Crossed Over
03/14/2019
03/14/2019
Passed
05/07/2019
05/07/2019
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/13/2019
05/13/2019
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to teacher certification; defining terms; directing State Board of Education initiate certain pilot project; providing for applications process; specifying criteria for provider participation; requiring State Board of Education to ensure that providers make certain allowances; authorizing suspension or approval revocation of providers under certain instances; requiring certain notice and opportunities; providing eligibility for certification under certain conditions; requiring the certificate issuance under certain conditions; assigning responsibility for criminal history record check costs; requiring certain report; requiring reports include certain information; requiring the annual submission of certain evidence; authorizing the promulgation of rules; requiring pilot program end by certain date; and providing for codification. SUBJECT: Teacher certification
AI Summary
This bill directs the State Board of Education to implement a pilot program for alternative teacher certification pathways. The bill defines key terms, such as "provider" (an eligible entity seeking approval for an alternative teacher preparation program) and "program" (the content provided by a provider that leads to teacher certification in a specific subject area). The bill outlines the criteria providers must meet to participate in the pilot program, including demonstrating fiscal solvency, data security, and the capacity to provide effective instruction and support for teacher candidates. The State Board of Education is given the authority to suspend or revoke a provider's approval if they fail to meet the requirements. The bill also specifies that teacher candidates who complete an approved program and meet certification requirements will be eligible for a teaching certificate, and providers must submit annual reports on the program's success. The pilot program is set to end by July 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Education
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Approved by Governor 05/13/2019 (on 05/13/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb217&Session=2000 |
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