LAC 28:XLV.403. Teacher Preparation Quality Rating System Participation and Performance Profile Implementation Timeline

A. In accordance with LAC 28:XLV.101, beginning December 2017, the process for ongoing approval of teacher preparation programs will be replaced with a uniform process that applies equally to university and non-university providers. B. The 2020-2021 academic year will be the first year of the initial two-year renewal cycle. C. For providers that achieve initial approval after September 1, 2018, the renewal cycle will begin on September 1 of the year directly following BESE approval. D. The LDOE will annually produce and make publicly available a performance profile and quality rating score for each approved preparation provider. E. Beginning with ratings assigned in winter 2022-2023, Louisiana teacher preparation quality rating system results will serve as the basis for preparation program renewal. The renewal cycle will be two years, and the accountability cycle will be four years for each pathway.