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Teacher and School Leader Support: Enhanced Preparation and Professional Development

This act aims to improve the quality of teaching and school leadership, especially in high-need schools. It introduces support programs for prospective and new teachers and school leaders to ensure better preparation and professional development. This is intended to benefit students through improved education quality and schools through a more stable workforce.
Key points
Improved Teacher Preparation: Programs will ensure new teachers are better prepared, especially in high-need areas like teaching students with disabilities or English learners.
Support for School Leaders: The act provides training and support programs for school leaders to more effectively manage schools and support teacher development.
Residency Programs: One-year programs will be established where prospective teachers and school leaders work under experienced mentors, gaining practical skills.
Accountability and Evaluation: Institutions preparing teachers and school leaders will be required to report annually on their program outcomes, and states will evaluate their effectiveness to ensure high-quality education.
Recruitment into the Profession: The act encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds, including other professions and former military personnel, to enter the education workforce, particularly in teacher shortage areas.
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Print number: 117_S_2778
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Process start date: 2021-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Teachers and School LEADERS Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2778.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Improved Teacher Preparation: Programs will ensure new teachers are better prepared, especially in high-need areas like teaching students with disabilities or English learners.
  • Support for School Leaders: The act provides training and support programs for school leaders to more effectively manage schools and support teacher development.
  • Residency Programs: One-year programs will be established where prospective teachers and school leaders work under experienced mentors, gaining practical skills.
  • Accountability and Evaluation: Institutions preparing teachers and school leaders will be required to report annually on their program outcomes, and states will evaluate their effectiveness to ensure high-quality education.
  • Recruitment into the Profession: The act encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds, including other professions and former military personnel, to enter the education workforce, particularly in teacher shortage areas.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Education