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More than half of Texas public school students are in districts where teacher certification isn’t required

Districts often say they will only hire uncertified teachers for career and technology courses. But because there are no state restrictions, some experts are concerned that uncertified educators will teach core classes.

By RISHIKA DUGYALA, The Texas Tribune
Posted 2/9/18

More than half of Texas public school students are in districts that don't require teachers to be certified, according to state officials, due to a recent law giving schools more freedom on …

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