§ 16-11-2.3. Standardized testing — Issuance of certificates.
(a) No person who obtained an initial certificate prior to January 8, 2002 shall be barred from certification under this chapter solely because of his or her score on any standardized teacher’s examination; provided, however, that he or she successfully completes an assessment, based on criteria established by the board of regents for elementary and secondary education, in accordance with 34 CFR § 200.56.
(b) The board of regents for elementary and secondary education may administer a written examination to prospective teachers seeking certification.
History of Section.P.L. 1991, ch. 352, § 1; P.L. 2003, ch. 165, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Section 16-11-2. - Examinations — Issuance of certificates.
Section 16-11-2.1, 16-11-2.2. - Repealed.
Section 16-11-2.3. - Standardized testing — Issuance of certificates.
Section 16-11-3. - Certificates without examination.
Section 16-11-5. - Interstate agreement.
Section 16-11-6. - Designated state official.
Section 16-11-7. - Publication of contracts.
Section 16-11-8. - Recruitment and selection of teachers — Troops to Teachers.
Section 16-11-9. - Fast-track principal certification program.
Section 16-11-10. - Streamlining English language learner certification.