Why are fewer people becoming certified teachers in PA?
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Why are fewer people becoming certified teachers in PA?
HARRISBURG — When D’Arcy McQuoid was hired to teach special education in Philadelphia public schools 32 years ago, it took a year for the district to find a place for her in a classroom. Early career teachers today “can’t believe it” when she tells them about that wait. Philadelphia and other school districts statewide are struggling to find enough certified teachers to fill vacancies, a trend that advocates for students say is diminishing the q…
Shortage of New Teachers is Hurting PA Kids’ Academic Prospects, Report Says
Poor PA school districts are leaning heavily on less-rigorous emergency certifications to fill teaching gaps, a Penn State report found. By Elena Eisenstadt, Spotlight PA Photo courtesy of Commonwealth Media Services Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. When…
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