Committee punts teacher‑leader endorsement after members raise practical concerns
The department presented a proposed optional Teacher Leader (preK–12) endorsement on Nov. 19, 2024; stakeholders supported topic areas but committee members raised concerns about practicum, course accessibility for rural teachers, and compensation. The proposal lacked a second when moved and was returned to staff for revision.
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The Certification Advisory Committee on Nov. 19, 2024 reviewed a draft Teacher Leader endorsement intended to recognize campus-based leaders — mentors, instructional coaches and professional-development facilitators — but did not forward it to the State Board. Jamie Wilber, Deputy Associate Superintendent for Certification, described the endorsement as optional and outlined stakeholder work, which produced five priority coursework areas and a proposal for 15 semester hours (or board-approved training substitutions).
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