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Slaton ISD approves iTeach partnership to address HB 2 certification changes
Summary
The board approved a Memorandum of Agreement with iTeach Texas and authorized submission of an implementation delay plan to TEA after staff explained HB 2's new certification requirements affecting Districts of Innovation.
Melissa Barrera presented details of a proposed Memorandum of Agreement between Slaton ISD and iTeach Texas to support educator preparation amid changes under HB 2 from the 89th Texas Legislature. Barrera explained HB 2 establishes new certification requirements for foundation courses and phases out the ability for Districts of Innovation to hire uncertified teachers for core subjects; the board approved the partnership and authorized staff to submit the required implementation delay plan to the Texas Education Agency.
Board member Greg Schilling moved to approve the district's partnership with iTeach Texas; Jaime Diaz seconded and the motion carried unanimously (4-0). The agreement is intended to align local teacher preparation and hiring practices with evolving state certification rules.
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