Bill > SB765

This bill establishes the Troops-to-Teachers Program in West Virginia to attract and recruit veterans of the armed forces to become public school teachers. The program will provide a pathway for honorably discharged military members to obtain a professional teaching certificate by meeting specific requirements, including holding at least a bachelor's degree related to the teaching position, passing required subject matter and basic skills tests, and completing a criminal history check. Veterans will be given preference in hiring and will be exempt from additional teacher certification requirements beyond the basic qualifications. The bill modifies existing education code to create a dedicated route for military veterans to transition into teaching, recognizing their unique skills and experiences. The professional teaching certificate issued under this program will be valid for three years initially and can be converted to a five-year certificate upon successful completion of a beginning teacher induction program. This initiative aims to address teacher shortages and leverage the leadership, discipline, and expertise of military veterans in the education system.

Education, Military Affairs and Security

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