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Brazosport ISD reports 65 active apprentices, outlines pathways and three‑year retention goal
Summary
District staff presented an update on the K–12 teacher registered apprenticeship program: 65 active apprentices across multiple partner institutions, 124 total served to date, 58 program completers now teachers of record over the last three years, and a district expectation for a three-year service commitment after certification
Jennifer Farmer, the district staff member presenting the apprenticeship update, told the board the program was developed “as an innovative solution to addressing the growing teacher shortage.” Farmer said the Brazosport ISD registered apprenticeship program provides multiple entry points and scaffolds to lead candidates toward teacher certification while they gain paid, on-campus experience. “We have 65 total active apprentices in our on ramp 1 through 4 apprentice program this school year,” Farmer said. She listed partner colleges and certification providers that apprentices currently use: Brazosport College, Grand Canyon University, Reach University, Stephen F. Austin…
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