PDFWAC 181-82A-200
Purposes of endorsement competencies referenced in this chapter.
(1) To align requirements for endorsements with the state's learning goals and essential academic learning requirements;
(2) To align requirements for endorsements with the specialty organization standards where appropriate;
(3) To maintain rigorous standards for obtaining endorsements;
(4) To provide school districts with teachers who are able to demonstrate a positive impact on student learning; and
(5) To complement a performance-based teacher certification system.
[WSR 06-02-051, recodified as § 181-82A-200, filed 12/29/05, effective 1/1/06. Statutory Authority: Chapter 28A.410 RCW and RCW 28A.305.130 (1) through (4). WSR 02-04-013, § 180-82A-200, filed 1/24/02, effective 2/24/02.]