Assembly Bill 420 amends the requirements for teacher preparatory programs in Wisconsin by allowing the state superintendent of public instruction to approve programs that include student teaching during a full summer session, in addition to the existing requirement of full days for a full semester. This change aims to provide more flexibility in the scheduling of student teaching, accommodating different academic calendars and potentially increasing the number of qualified teachers entering the profession.

The bill modifies the existing statute 118.19 (3) (a) to specify that student teaching can consist of full days for either a full semester or a summer session, following the daily schedule and calendar of the cooperating school. It also clarifies that exceptions to these requirements may be granted by the state superintendent in cases where the academic calendars of the institution and the cooperating school differ significantly. The bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining high standards for teacher preparation while adapting to the needs of educational institutions.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 118.19(3)(a), 118.19