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District to request delay for teacher certification deadlines through 2029–30
Ector County ISD Board of Trustees · February 17, 2026
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Summary
An administrator told the board the district will submit a request to delay — not waive — teacher certification requirements until the 2029–30 school year; staff reported 274 uncertified core‑content teachers at the time of the meeting and described partnerships (Odessa Pathway to Teaching, UTPB) to improve certification.
District administration asked trustees to approve submitting a request to delay teacher certification requirements until the beginning of the 2029–30 school year. Staff clarified the board is being asked to authorize a delay submission — not…
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