For years, school districts have faced a decreasing roster of teachers to fill local classrooms, while graduating students continue to leave the area.
However, a proposed program under discussion — the Aspiring Educator Pathway — could help solve both of those problems, said Tony Miller, administrative director of the Mercer County Career Center.
“I think all of our superintendents understand the pool for qualified candidates has gotten smaller,” Miller said.
“This pathway could help us make sure we’re filling empty positions with good, quality educators, and it’s certainly a pathway to get kids employed locally.”
The Aspiring Educator Pathway was