§ 342.974 — Oregon Education Support Professional of the Year Program; rules

Oregon § 342.974

• Jurisdiction: Oregon
• Vol.: 9
• Title 30: Education and Culture
• Ch. 342: Teachers and Other School Personnel

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(1) The Department of Education shall create an Oregon Education Support Professional of the Year Program.
(2) Each year, in collaboration with the Oregon State Lottery Commission, the Department of Education shall honor and recognize at least one outstanding education support professional that serves students in any grade from prekindergarten through grade 12.
(3) To qualify for an award, a candidate or another person on behalf of a candidate shall demonstrate that the candidate:
(a) Excels in the candidate’s field and guides students of all backgrounds and abilities to achieve excellence.
(b) Collaborates with colleagues, students and families to create a school culture of respect and success.
(c) Demonstrates leadership and innovation.
(d) Communicates in an engaging and articulate way.
(4) The State Board of Education may adopt rules specifying:
(a) The application process;
(b) The selection criteria that will be used in awarding the Oregon Education Support Professional of the Year award; and
(c) Any duties of the recipient after receiving the award.

Legislative History

2019 c.211 §1