SB547

In certification of teachers, further providing for continuing professional development; providing for access to advanced courses for all students; establishing the Access to Advanced Courses for All Students Grant Program; and imposing duties on the Department of Education.

Introduced·4/4/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB547 amends the Public School Code to establish the Access to Advanced Courses for All Students Grant Program.

Pennsylvania SB547 amends the Public School Code to establish the Access to Advanced Courses for All Students Grant Program. This program aims to ensure that all school entities have properly trained educators to meet advanced course benchmarks, provide advanced course exam fee assistance to students, and make money available for nationally normed assessments. The Department of Education will prioritize funding for eligible school entities based on their poverty level and deficiency in providing advanced courses.

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Education Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Apr 4, 2025

Senate

Referred to Education