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OK SB51

OK SB51
Oklahoma Teacher Preparation Act; modifying certification requirements for principal and superintendent. Effective date. Emergency.


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Introduced
02/06/2023
In Committee
02/07/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act relating to the Oklahoma Teacher Preparation Act; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 6-189, which relates to certification for superintendent of schools and principal; making certain requirements for certification of principals applicable to certification of superintendents of schools; removing and modifying certain requirements; removing language establishing certification requirements for superintendents of schools; updating statutory language; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Oklahoma Teacher Preparation Act to modify the certification requirements for principal and superintendent positions. It removes certain requirements, such as the completion of a specific education administration program, for obtaining a certificate as a superintendent of schools or school principal. The bill also makes the certification requirements for superintendents of schools the same as those for school principals, with the exception of the minimum years of teaching, supervisory, or administrative experience. Additionally, the bill provides an effective date of July 1, 2023, and declares an emergency, allowing the bill to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Coauthored by Representative Baker (principal House author) (on 02/07/2023)

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