Governor Terry Branstad and Lieutenant Governor Kim Reynolds are touring the state to share their goals for the year with Iowans and hearing concerns as they do so. Tuesday the two were in Linn County.More >> Governor Terry Branstad and Lieutenant Governor Kim Reynolds are touring the state to share their goals for the year with Iowans and hearing concerns as they do so. Tuesday the two were in Linn County.More >> Earlier this month, when he unveiled his education reform package, Branstad insisted lawmakers pass it before they set what's called allowable growth.More >> Earlier this month, when he unveiled his education reform package, Branstad insisted lawmakers pass it before they set what's called allowable growth, or the percentage a school district can let its budget grow from year to year.More >>
DES MOINES (KWWL) -
Governor Terry Branstad is outlining his education reform plan he will take to lawmakers.
In the plan Branstad calls for the state to require a 3.0 grade point average for people seeking admission to teacher preparation programs. They also would need to pass a test demonstrating their competence in their teaching area.
Branstad also proposed that all preschool students and enrolled four year olds be given a test to show their skill level.
The Governor estimates his plan would cost an additional $25 million annually. Legislature reconvenes Monday.
