Bill > H0295

This bill establishes an Administrator Leadership Apprenticeship Program that allows individuals without traditional administrator certificates to become school principals or superintendents through an alternative pathway. To qualify, candidates must pass a criminal history check and hold at least a bachelor's degree (for principal roles) or a master's degree (for superintendent roles), and demonstrate professional competency in areas like higher education, government, nonprofit management, private sector leadership, military service, or education-related experience. Candidates must be sponsored by a public school district and enrolled in or have completed a leadership program at an Idaho-based accredited university. After three consecutive years of employment as an apprentice, individuals can receive the same certification as traditionally credentialed administrators, provided they continue to meet program requirements. The program aims to provide a flexible route to educational leadership roles for professionals from diverse backgrounds, with successful participants subject to ongoing professional review. The bill includes an emergency clause, making it effective immediately upon passage.

Education

Education Committee (H)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/H0295/