Bill > HB2912

This bill modifies Oregon's existing law on accelerated college credit programs by establishing new education requirements for high school teachers who teach dual credit courses. Specifically, the bill mandates that teachers of dual credit courses must complete a minimum of 27 quarter hours of graduate-level coursework directly relevant to the course they are teaching, with an exception for career and technical education courses. Accelerated college credit programs, as defined in the law, include dual credit programs, two-plus-two programs, advanced placement programs, and International Baccalaureate programs. The bill requires school districts to either provide students in grades 9-12 with access to these programs in subjects like language arts, mathematics, and science, or ensure online access to such programs. The new teacher education requirements will first apply to courses taught during the 2026-2027 school year, and the bill itself will take effect on July 1, 2026. The goal appears to be ensuring that high school teachers teaching college-level courses have sufficient advanced academic preparation in their subject areas.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB2912