Section 34.26. License conversion.

 

(1)  Teachers holding licenses described under s. PI 34.25 may convert an existing license to a license in a related level or category under subch. VII by submitting a portfolio to the department for evaluation. The portfolio shall include all of the following:

(a) Evidence of successful, relevant teaching experience that includes some direct observation of skills.

(b) Letters of recommendation from professional colleagues.

(c) Evidence of completion of relevant course work, conferences or workshops based on established standards.

(2)  If a license is not approved under sub. (1) , a person holding the license may appeal the decision. For teachers, appeals shall be made to the state superintendent. The professional standards council may establish procedures to hear appeals referred. If the professional standards council agrees to hear an appeal, it shall, upon completion of its deliberations, make a recommendation to the state superintendent. The state superintendent shall issue a decision concerning the appeal.

History: Cr. Register, April, 2000, No. 532 , eff. 5-1-00.