Bill > H1366

This bill establishes the Grow Your Own Teacher Education Initiative, a statewide program to create a pipeline of effective teachers for schools serving a substantial percentage of economically-disadvantaged students. The bill defines key terms like "accredited teacher preparation program," "eligible school," and "economically disadvantaged," and outlines the requirements for consortia receiving grants to implement the initiative, including involving higher education institutions, school districts, and community organizations. The bill provides for forgivable student loans, funding from a tax on large university endowments, and an independent evaluation of the program's effectiveness. The initiative aims to increase the diversity of the teaching workforce and ensure educational rigor by preparing graduates to meet the requirements for a Massachusetts provisional teaching license.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1366