Bill > HB2793

This bill amends the School Code to change teacher evaluation ratings and procedures. Starting September 1, 2026, the current four-category teacher evaluation system (excellent, proficient, needs improvement, unsatisfactory) will be simplified to a two-category system, with "excellent", "proficient", and "needs improvement" ratings being considered "effective", and "unsatisfactory" ratings being considered "ineffective". The bill impacts various aspects of teacher evaluations, including performance assessments, contractual continued service, dismissal procedures, and recall processes. The changes aim to streamline the teacher evaluation system while maintaining provisions for professional development, remediation, and potential dismissal for teachers who consistently receive low performance ratings. The bill applies to school districts statewide and provides detailed guidelines for how these new evaluation categories will be implemented across different scenarios, such as probationary periods, performance reviews, and potential teacher dismissals. The changes are designed to provide a more straightforward approach to teacher performance evaluation while preserving mechanisms for supporting and, if necessary, removing teachers who do not meet performance standards.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2793&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104