Allows Iredell-Statesville Schools to operate a Trades High School and issue Trades Diplomas.

The bill permits Iredell-Statesville Schools to operate a Trades High School, serving students in grades 10 through 12. The school must submit a list of requirements for a Trades Diploma to the State Board of Education. The Trades High School is exempt from certain statutes and must employ teachers with specific qualifications. At least 50% of teachers must hold teacher licenses, and all core subject teachers must be college graduates. The school can also employ non-licensed staff for non-teaching duties. The bill is effective starting with the 2025-2026 school year.

Allows Iredell-Statesville Schools to operate a Trades High School and issue Trades Diplomas.

The bill permits Iredell-Statesville Schools to operate a Trades High School, serving students in grades 10 through 12. The school must submit a list of requirements for a Trades Diploma to the State Board of Education. The Trades High School is exempt from certain statutes and must employ teachers with specific qualifications. At least 50% of teachers must hold teacher licenses, and all core subject teachers must be college graduates. The school can also employ non-licensed staff for non-teaching duties. The bill is effective starting with the 2025-2026 school year.