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SB 1566 Hawaii Senate · 2025 Regular Session

RELATING TO A HAWAII TEACHER REGISTERED APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM.

SB 1566 creates the Hawaii Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Program, administered by the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board. The program provides a structured pathway for aspiring teachers to gain classroom experience while earning a salary, directly affecting new educators seeking certification. It establishes standards for apprenticeship placements, mentorship requirements, and oversight by the Board to ensure quality training. The bill also appropriates state funds to support the program's operation.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates state funds to establish the teacher apprenticeship program, directly increasing budget allocation for education workforce development.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates Hawaii Teacher Apprenticeship Program with state funding for teacher training/certification, directly advancing educator development and quality in education.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 22, 2025 Last action Jan 27, 2025
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Jan 27, 2025
Committee
Referred to EDU, WAM.
upper
Jan 23, 2025
Introduced
Introduced and passed First Reading.
upper
Jan 22, 2025
Introduced
Pending Introduction.
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Henry Aquino
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HI
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