Waives certain teaching exams for teacher preparation program graduates, sets exam score disclosure rules, and mandates license requirements.

Indiana HB1388 amends the state's education code to waive specific teaching exams for graduates of teacher preparation programs, unless they fail to obtain a teaching license within three years. It also establishes rules for disclosing exam scores, prohibiting disclosure without consent unless mandated by law or court order. The bill mandates that the state board adopt rules to establish exam scores indicating proficiency and to outline conditions for waiving requirements for individuals holding valid out-of-state teacher licenses. Effective July 1, 2026.

Waives certain teaching exams for teacher preparation program graduates, sets exam score disclosure rules, and mandates license requirements.

Indiana HB1388 amends the state's education code to waive specific teaching exams for graduates of teacher preparation programs, unless they fail to obtain a teaching license within three years. It also establishes rules for disclosing exam scores, prohibiting disclosure without consent unless mandated by law or court order. The bill mandates that the state board adopt rules to establish exam scores indicating proficiency and to outline conditions for waiving requirements for individuals holding valid out-of-state teacher licenses. Effective July 1, 2026.