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HRS §302A-805.6

Board's role in improving teacher quality

The board can join efforts to improve teacher quality, run professional development tied to its standards, and support high teaching standards. It must keep up with teacher licensing and training trends by joining programs and attending conferences. It may also do research to understand these issues.

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The statute, as written — Efforts related to teacher quality

(a) The board may participate in efforts relating to issues affecting teacher quality. The board may conduct professional development activities related to its standards, and shall promote and support high teacher standards and accomplished teaching through means deemed appropriate by the board. (b) To remain current with trends and issues in teacher licensure systems, beginning teacher programs, the assessment of teaching skills, teacher development, and other related topics, the board shall participate in programs and attend conferences and training that address these topics. The board may conduct research and development activities for the purpose of staying abreast of or better understanding these trends and issues.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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