What's happening
This bill repeals subdivision 3 of section 3003 of the education law, removing certain qualifications for superintendents.
Why it matters
Removes a specific legal requirement for superintendents. By repealing subdivision 3 of section 3003, the bill eliminates an existing qualification that superintendents must meet, potentially allowing individuals with different backgrounds or credentials to be considered for these positions.
Could broaden the pool of candidates for superintendent roles. School districts may have more flexibility in hiring, which could lead to the appointment of leaders with non-traditional experience or expertise, possibly encouraging innovation or new perspectives in district administration.
Raises questions about standards and oversight. The repeal may prompt concerns about whether superintendents will have the necessary skills or experience, as the removed qualification might have served as a quality control for educational leadership. This could impact both public perception and the effectiveness of school district management.
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Remove Superintendent Job Requirement
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History
- Referred to education
- Referred to education
Full text
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STATE OF NEW YORK
3423
2017-2018 Regular Sessions
IN SENATE
January 23, 2017
Introduced by Sen. PARKER -- read twice and ordered printed, and when printed to be committed to the Committee on Education
AN ACT to repeal subdivision 3 of section 3003 of the education law, relating to qualifications of superintendents
The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assembly, do enact as follows:
Section 1. Subdivision 3 of section 3003 of the education law is REPEALED.
§ 2. This act shall take effect immediately.
EXPLANATION--Matter in italics (underscored) is new; matter in brackets
[ ] is old law to be omitted.
LBD06575-01-7
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Sponsor's memo
Title of bill
An act to repeal subdivision 3 of section 3003 of the education law, relating to qualifications of superintendents
Purpose of bill
This bill would eliminate the exception to the qualifications of superintendents.
Summary of specific provisions
Section 3003 subdivision 3 of the Education Law would be repealed.
Justification
Under the existing education law, the commissioner of education may issue a superintendent's certificate to a candidate that meets certain graduate course or teaching requirements. The current law also allows the commissioner of education to issue this certificate to a candidate who does not specifically meet the enumerated qualifications. While such a waiver may have been good policy when school districts were less complex, and the schools faced less intractable pedagogical challenges, waivers are no longer justifiable.
Using the case of the Chancellor of New York City's schools as an example, it is clear that a candidate for superintendent of that school system should have extensive educational credentials. The NYC School chancellor plays a vital role in the education of NYC's children, and is integral to protecting the integrity of NYC's education system.
The Chancellor of New York City's schools has 51 powers and duties including promulgating minimum educational standards, curriculum requirements, and mandatory educational objectives. The Chancellor is also entrusted with developing a plan to establish comprehensive high schools for New York City, analyzing the impact of proposed school closings, and appointing teachers' aides. In sum, the Chancellor of New York City's schools plays a vital part in making sure New York City schools adequately prepare their 1.1 million students, to be productive participants in today's global society.
Legislative history
2015-16: S.1722 - Referred to Education 2013-14: S.2781/A.4277 - Referred to Education 2011-12: S.2849/A.9710 - Referred to Education 2009-10: 5.8516 - Referred to Rules
Fiscal implications for state an local governments
None.
Effective date
Immediately.
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