Explore US PREP’s HB 2 PREP Allotment Series, a focused workshop collection created to help Texas districts and educator preparation programs maximize HB 2 funding opportunities. Covering topics such as strategic staffing, sustainable teacher pathways, mentor training, and content academy preparation, these sessions provide practical guidance for building strong programs, supporting future educators, and strengthening long-term teacher retention.
August 25th | 11-12:30 PM CST
Building Strong Post-Baccalaureate Residency and Alternative Pre-Service Pathways
As part of the Texas HB 2 PREP Teacher Pathways, educator preparation programs and districts will implement three pathways: Traditional, Residency, and Alternative Pre-Service. This workshop focuses on building high-quality post-baccalaureate residencies and Alternative Pre-Service pathways. Participants will explore what strong models look like in practice and examine the costs and benefits of each approach, including cost modeling for educator preparation programs, districts, and aspiring teachers.
