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MS SB2612

MS SB2612
Standard educator licenses; revise requirements for.


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Introduced
01/20/2025
In Committee
02/10/2025
Crossed Over
02/06/2025
Passed
Dead
03/04/2025

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Amend Section 37-3-2, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise Certain Requirements For Obtaining Standard Educator Licenses Through Both The Traditional And The Nontraditional Teaching Routes; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill revises requirements for obtaining standard educator licenses in Mississippi through both traditional and nontraditional teaching routes. The bill makes several key changes to the existing law, including modifying language around educator preparation providers (previously referred to as "teacher education" programs), adjusting the Teach Mississippi Institute (TMI) program, and updating various licensure requirements. Specifically, the bill extends the implementation date for certain nontraditional teaching route requirements to July 1, 2025, increases the internship program from twelve to fifteen semester hours, and expands the potential locations for TMI courses. The bill also updates terminology throughout the text, replacing phrases like "teacher education" with "educator preparation" and removing specific standardized test score requirements while giving the State Board of Education more discretion in establishing licensure criteria. The changes aim to provide more flexibility in teacher certification while maintaining standards for educational professionals. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, allowing time for educational institutions and the State Department of Education to implement the new requirements.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 03/04/2025)

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