Student teacher placement within a certain distance requirement; teacher candidate performance assessment requirements removal

This bill (SF 3334) removes the requirement for teacher candidates in Minnesota to complete the edTPA performance assessment, which was previously used to evaluate teaching skills. It also changes student teaching placement rules, requiring candidates to be placed within 30 miles of their preferred location unless both the candidate and their training program agree to a further placement. These changes apply directly to teacher preparation programs and candidates seeking licensure in Minnesota. The bill mandates the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board to update state rules to reflect these changes.