Teacher and School Leader Quality Partnership Grants Act
Teacher and School Leader Quality Partnership Grants Act
Plain Language Summary
# Teacher and School Leader Quality Partnership Grants Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would expand and extend a federal grant program that helps improve teacher and school leader quality through professional development and training. Currently, the Teacher Quality Partnership program provides grants to partnerships between school districts and colleges/universities to train teachers. This bill would expand the program to also include training for school principals and other school leaders, and it would extend the program's funding through 2031 (about six more years). The bill also requires these training programs to use evidence-based teaching methods and include measurable performance goals. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily benefit students in under-resourced school districts, teachers seeking professional development, school leaders looking to improve their skills, and colleges/universities that partner with schools to provide training. Teachers, principals, and other school administrators in high-need schools would have access to more funded professional development opportunities. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (HR 1331, sponsored by Rep.
Jennifer L. McClellan of Virginia). It has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress.
CRS Official Summary
Teacher and School Leader Quality Partnership Grants ActThis bill reauthorizes through FY2031 and expands the Teacher Quality Partnership program (which provides grants to improve the quality of teachers and enhance professional development activities).Specifically, the bill expands the program to include training and professional development opportunities for principals and other school leaders.Currently under the program, eligible partnerships must be comprised of (1) a high-need local educational agency; (2) a high-need school or early childhood education program; (3) a partner institution; and (4) certain schools, departments, or programs within a partner institution. The bill requires these partnerships, in their preparation or residency programs, to use evidence-based methods and adhere to an evaluation plan that includes comprehensive performance objectives.Additionally, the bill authorizes grants for the establishment of professional development programs for teachers who remain in the classroom while also carrying out formalized leadership responsibilities.The bill also establishes an advisory committee within the Department of Education to conduct a feasibility study that, among other things, compiles best practices for educating and training profession-ready teachers and school leaders.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.