Oklahoma 2023 Regular Session

Oklahoma Senate Bill SB51

Introduced
2/6/23  

Caption

Oklahoma Teacher Preparation Act; modifying certification requirements for principal and superintendent. Effective date. Emergency.

Impact

If enacted, SB51 would significantly affect local education systems by centralizing and refining the processes related to the certification of educational administrators. The emphasis on competency-based certification aims to ensure that all principals and superintendents in Oklahoma are equipped with the necessary skills and qualifications to lead effectively. By potentially decreasing the number of irrelevant requirements, the bill seeks to encourage more individuals to pursue leadership roles in education, which could address shortages in high-need administrative positions.

Summary

Senate Bill 51 seeks to amend the Oklahoma Teacher Preparation Act by adjusting certification requirements for school principals and superintendents. Specifically, the bill aims to standardize the certification process by integrating competencies for principals and superintendents, thus ensuring that all candidates meet similar educational and professional standards. The changes involve removing and modifying previous requirements that may have been outdated or overly burdensome, streamlining the path for educational leaders in Oklahoma.

Contention

While supporters argue that SB51 will lead to more qualified educational leaders who are better prepared for their roles, some opponents may raise concerns regarding the potential loosening of requirements that previously ensured a rigorous oversight of educational leadership qualifications. The modifications in certification standards could lead to debates about the adequacy of the training and experiences required for principal and superintendent roles, as well as the implications for the quality of education in Oklahoma’s schools. It remains to be seen how these changes will play out in practice and whether they will result in improved outcomes for students.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

OK SB51

Oklahoma Teacher Preparation Act; modifying certification requirements for principal and superintendent. Effective date. Emergency.

OK HB2072

Schools; prescribing minimum education requirement for superintendents; modifying certification requirements for superintendents; effective date; emergency.

OK HB2072

Schools; prescribing minimum education requirement for superintendents; modifying certification requirements for superintendents; effective date; emergency.

OK HB3658

Teacher certification; Oklahoma Teacher Preparation Act; removing requirement to pass the general education portion of the competency examination; emergency.

OK HB4390

Teachers; Education Leadership Oklahoma Act; modifying micro-credential program for teachers; effective date.

OK SB1255

Teacher certification; modifying certain requirement for alternative certification; requiring contracting with multiple test vendors. Effective date. Emergency.

OK SB794

Teacher preparation; requiring certain student teaching requirements. Effective date. Emergency.

OK SB841

Strong Readers Act; modifying use of Statewide Literacy Revolving Fund; modifying requirement for teacher preparation program students to complete certain training. Effective date. Emergency.

OK HB3276

Schools; teacher preparation; modifying duties of State Board of Education; competencies; effective date.

OK HB2679

Teacher certification; teacher certification pathways pilot program; provider program requirements; annual report; effective date; emergency.

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