DESE released updated guidance related to student discipline and out-of-school suspensions following a 2022 mental health law. Take a look at what this language does – and does not- include regarding schools and student discipline policies. As part of An
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Did you know an MTA proposal for $15,000,000 dedicated for scholarships for teacher preparation programs and some teacher loan forgiveness was approved in the 2022 budget? Let’s track down what is happening with the Tomorrow’s Educators programs. In the FY2023
The application to be an ed prep reviewer for CAEP is open through the end of March 2023. A great professional opportunity for PreK-12 teachers and other educators to learn more about teacher preparation and support teacher prep programs across
In possibly the first two-day BESE meeting under Commissioner Riley, DESE takes up approving a new charter school and licensure changes, including a new Military Spouse license. Watch the live stream here: livestream.com/accounts/22459134 The agenda and documents are also available
Did you catch all three education commissioners and the new education secretary in one place this week? We did. And we have our own highlights to share with you. The Rennie Center for Education Research and Policy released their 10th
Do you want to share your thoughts on the future of the MCAS test with DESE? You ship has just come in. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is seeking input from educators, parents, students and community members on
At the first meeting of the Special Committee on Pandemic Recovery and Literacy, hand wringing was abound. One BESE member specifically called for Massachusetts to explore a legislation to implement potential changes in early literacy. Don’t worry, the ink is
One application for a new charter school is moving forward. Public comment is open on applications to renew the charter agreements for 19 existing charter schools and three requests to expand existing charter schools. There isn’t much information to read
BESE put out a set of revisions and proposed changes to educator licensure and Provisional licenses for administrators, a military spouse license and an elementary Digital Literacy/Computer Science licenses are among the proposals. Take a look at our summary and
Two opportunities to join MTA staff to learn more than you ever wanted to know about teacher licensure requirements in Massachusetts! Licensure BasicsTuesday, October 11, 2022Register HereAre you looking to get your first Massachusetts educator license? Or do you have