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Leander ISD spotlights 'Grow Your Own' pipeline as HR presents teachers who rose from aides, alternative routes
Summary
District human resources introduced recent hires who entered the classroom through local 'Grow Your Own' and alternative certification programs, and recruiters highlighted partnerships with universities and statewide certification providers.
Leander ISD highlighted a set of recent teacher hires who began as instructional aides or entered through alternative certification programs, underscoring district investment in local recruitment and “grow your own” pipelines.
Why it matters: District presenters said grow‑your‑own programs help staff experienced in the community become certificated teachers, addressing teacher shortages while increasing local retention.
What HR presented: Human resources…
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