A bill for an act requiring the board of educational examiners to establish additional endorsements for instruction related to fine arts, mathematics, and science.

SF 2221 requires Iowa's Board of Educational Examiners to create new teaching certifications (endorsements) for high-need subjects: fine arts, mathematics, and science. These new endorsements would allow teachers to instruct in these specific areas, but applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university to qualify. The requirement to hold a bachelor's degree and the entire new endorsement system will expire on July 1, 2030. This bill directly affects teachers seeking certification in these subjects and school districts needing qualified staff.