NC Professional Educator Preparation & Standards Commission Monthly Meeting - August 14, 2025

The North Carolina Professional Educator Preparation and Standards Commission held its monthly meeting on August 14, 2025. The commission discussed policy amendments related to educator preparation and licensure, including clarifications to the beginning teacher support program and updates to the licensure exam policy (LIC 003). A key focus was on revising the educator preparation accountability model, adjusting the weighting of various assessment components such as the EdTPA and employer surveys to better reflect program effectiveness and fairness. The commission unanimously approved the recommended policy amendments to be forwarded to the State Board of Education for consideration. Additionally, the meeting included updates on commission membership and plans for future meetings. No direct procurement or contracting actions were reported during this session.