On or before July 1, 2017, the department of higher education shall establish teacher cadet programs in identified rural schools and school districts. Money may be provided to local school districts, charter schools, or the charter school institute, any of which may contract with a board of cooperative services, to identify and support high school students who are interested in pursuing teaching careers in rural Colorado, including early childhood education. Teacher cadet programs are encouraged to identify students, including students with disabilities, who reflect the geographic, racial, and ethnic diversity of the state. The department of higher education and the department of education shall evaluate the effectiveness of the teacher cadet program every five years.
Source: L. 2016: Entire article added, (SB 16-104), ch. 234, p. 947, § 1, effective June 6. L. 2019: Entire section amended, (HB 19-1137), ch. 57, p. 197, § 1, effective August 2.