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Seguin ISD board approves 'Zero-Hire' delay plan for teacher certification requirements
Summary
Trustees approved an application establishing a 'Zero-Hire' policy for uncertified foundational teachers and a plan requiring current core staff to obtain full licensure within three years, with compliance targeted by 2029–2030.
Trustee Linda Duncan moved, seconded by Trustee William Dwyer, to approve an application delaying teacher certification requirements under state guidelines and establishing a district-level "Zero-Hire" policy for uncertified foundational teachers. The motion passed unanimously.
Minutes state: "To meet state requirements, this plan establishes a 'Zero-Hire' policy for uncertified foundational teachers and utilizes current DOI guidelines to ensure all existing core staff achieve full licensure within three years. This ensures the district reaches full compliance by the 2029-2030 school year." The Board recorded the action with a unanimous vote.
The measure sets a timeline for existing uncertified staff to become fully licensed and restricts new hires for foundational positions to certified candidates under the stated policy. The Board did not record dollar amounts or staffing projections tied to implementation in the minutes.
