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House debates scholarships to help rural teachers gain endorsements; clarifying amendment added
Summary
Lawmakers debated House Bill 253, a proposal to fund scholarships enabling teachers in small and rural schools to obtain subject endorsements or master’s degrees. Members added language clarifying the two‑year teaching obligation begins 'upon obtaining an endorsement or master’s degree.'
Representative Johnson, the bill sponsor, told the House the measure would "provide scholarships for [teachers] that they might go back and receive training so they're adequately qualified to teach these subjects." The scholarships are intended for teachers in small or rural schools who currently must teach multiple preparations and lack subject‑specific credentials.
Lawmakers debated an amendment to remove language tying recipients’ post‑degree service to only advanced placement or concurrent enrollment courses. Representative Curtis asked whether…
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