HB 1729-S2 - DIGEST

 

                      (DIGEST AS ENACTED)

 

     Declares that there is a need for a coordinated program of teacher training that will involve high schools, community colleges, and four-year institutions of higher education in a collaborative, seamless approach to developing teachers for the kindergarten through twelfth grade system.

     Declares an intent that an innovative pilot project be established for teacher training and attracting teacher candidates.

     Declares an intent to establish a pilot program by creating a competitive grant program to assist educational institutions in developing teacher training programs.

     Provides that the act shall be null and void if appropriations are not approved.