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Teacher and School Leader Quality Partnership Grants Act
3/12/2025, 4:59 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1331
Specifically, the bill seeks to increase funding for these partnership grants, which are designed to address teacher shortages and improve the overall quality of education in underserved communities. By providing additional resources to support the development of high-quality teachers and school leaders, the bill aims to ensure that all students have access to a high-quality education.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to strengthen accountability measures for grant recipients, ensuring that funds are used effectively and that outcomes are measured and reported accurately. By promoting transparency and accountability, the bill aims to maximize the impact of these grants and ensure that they are making a positive difference in the education system. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1331 represents a bipartisan effort to improve teacher and school leader quality in the United States, with a focus on supporting partnerships between higher education institutions and high-need school districts. By enhancing these partnerships and increasing funding for grant programs, the bill aims to address teacher shortages and improve educational outcomes for all students.
Congressional Summary of HR 1331
Teacher and School Leader Quality Partnership Grants Act
This bill reauthorizes through FY2031 and expands the Teacher Quality Partnership program (which provides grants to improve the quality of teachers and enhance professional development activities).
Specifically, the bill expands the program to include training and professional development opportunities for principals and other school leaders.
Currently under the program, eligible partnerships must be comprised of (1) a high-need local educational agency; (2) a high-need school or early childhood education program; (3) a partner institution; and (4) certain schools, departments, or programs within a partner institution. The bill requires these partnerships, in their preparation or residency programs, to use evidence-based methods and adhere to an evaluation plan that includes comprehensive performance objectives.
Additionally, the bill authorizes grants for the establishment of professional development programs for teachers who remain in the classroom while also carrying out formalized leadership responsibilities.
The bill also establishes an advisory committee within the Department of Education to conduct a feasibility study that, among other things, compiles best practices for educating and training profession-ready teachers and school leaders.
