COLUMBIA – The Missouri Division of Elementary and Secondary Training will authorize a change to the substitute trainer necessities throughout its assembly on Monday, Nov. 7.
The state has lower the usual hours of faculty credit by practically half. Candidates at the moment are solely required to have 36 hours of faculty credit score as a substitute of 60 hours. The state made the change to assist with staffing shortages in faculties.
The change has been in impact since this summer season when Missouri Gov. Mike Parson signed off on the laws on June 30, 2022.
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The State Board of Training accepted the proposal for the modification on the August 2022 assembly. The division didn’t obtain any feedback from the general public from Oct. 3, 2022, via Nov. 2, 2022 when it was accepting public remark.
Now, DESE will put the change formally on the books on Monday.
The signed laws,Missouri Senate Invoice 681, states candidates might be accepted for a four-year certificates to substitute if they’ve the school credit score or state course necessities, full a background test, and have a minimum of a highschool diploma or equal.
Janiece Leigh has been a substitute trainer for ten years. Earlier than her oldest daughter was born, Leigh was a choir trainer for Columbia Public Faculties.
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“I used to be a full-time trainer earlier than my oldest was born and when my youngest was in full-time faculty all day. I made a decision to return to considerably instructing, however not full-time,” Leigh stated.
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Nonetheless, Leigh says she has blended feelings concerning the new change.
“I perceive there’s a sub scarcity and there’s a dire want for substitutes within the faculty system, so I admire the actual fact that they will lengths to suppose outdoors of the field,” Leigh stated, “On the identical time, it is a bit of regarding to me as a result of I do know generally the substitutes that come into the constructing appear to be they’re as ready.”
Cooper Mast is a junior at Rock Bridge Excessive Faculty and stated he sees each the advantages and disadvantages of the brand new substitute trainer requirement.
“Should you get somebody that’s beneath certified, then it will probably have a nasty response within the classroom, and there might be destructive penalties for the scholars. As a result of some college students want extra consideration than others,” Mast stated.
He stated he is virtually at all times had constructive experiences with substitute academics.
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If you wish to grow to be a substitute trainer in Missouri, you may go to DESE’s web site.
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) — Mark Gronowski threw for 258 yards and two touchdowns and Amar Johnson ran for two touchdowns and South Dakota State overwhelmed Missouri State 45-9 on Saturday and claimed a share of the Missouri Valley Football Conference regular-season title.
With the win and North Dakota State’s loss to South Dakota, the Bison, Coyotes and Jackrabbits (10-2, 7-1) all secure a three-way tie for the Missouri Valley Football Conference regular-season title.
Missouri State (8-4, 6-2) entered averaging 37 points per game.
It was Missouri State’s final game as a Missouri Valley Football Conference member before joining Conference USA and the FBS ranks in 2025. Missouri State kicks off next season on Aug. 30 when it travels to Southern Cal.
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STARKVILLE — Mississippi State football has one last chance to win a home SEC game today.
The Bulldogs (2-8, 0-6 SEC) are hosting Missouri (7-3, 3-3) at Davis Wade Stadium on Saturday (3:15 p.m., SEC Network). Their only two wins have been in nonconference play.
The Tigers have been in and out of the national polls but are unranked in the US LBM Coaches Poll this week after losing at South Carolina.
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Davon Booth scampered for a 43-yard rushing touchdown, putting him over 100 yards for the second game in a row and keeping MSU within striking distance with 5:31 remaining in the third quarter.
The Tigers controlled possession for 8 minutes, 46 seconds before kicking a field goal.
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Kyle Ferrie chipped in a 26-yard field goal with 30 seconds remaining in the half after an MSU touchdown was erased because of a holding penalty.
The Tigers have scored three touchdowns in three straight drives, this time Marcus Carroll’s second touchdown of the first half.
Brady Cook connected with Luther Burden III for a 28-yard touchdown catch with 9:58 remaining in the second quarter.
After the Tigers committed 30 yards worth of penalties on one play, Michael Van Buren Jr. found Jordan Mosely for an 11-yard touchdown with 20 seconds left in the first quarter.
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Marcus Carroll scored a 2-yard touchdown with 2:49 remaining in the first quarter.
Michael Van Buren Jr. fumbled and Mizzou returned it 70 yards for a touchdown with 6:33 to play in the first quarter.
Davon Booth broke a 33-yard run before Kyle Ferrie connected on a 38-yard field goal with 11:43 remaining in the first quarter.
Mississippi State vs Mizzou time today
Date: Saturday, Nov. 23
Time: 3:15 p.m.
Location: Davis Wade Stadium
What channel is Mississippi State vs Missouri game on today?
TV channel: SEC Network
Streaming: ESPN+ (subscribe today)
Radio: MSU Sports Network and Sirius XM channel 374
Mississippi State versus Missouri will be broadcast on SEC Network. Taylor Zarzour will be on the call with analyst Matt Stinchcomb and sideline reporter Alyssa Lang. Streaming is available on ESPN+.
Mississippi State vs Mizzou history
Series record: Tied 2-2
Mississippi State’s last win: 2020 (51-32)
Missouri’s last win: 1984 (47-30)
Mississippi State vs Missouri predictions
Missouri 37, Mississippi State 20: The Bulldogs are allowing 41 points per game in SEC play, and it’s difficult to see Missouri not having the same level of success. Expect big days from Luther Burden III and/or Theo Wease Jr., plus running back Nate Noel as MSU loses another game by double digits.
Mississippi State vs Mizzou betting odds
Game lines and odds from BetMGM as of Saturday:
Spread: Missouri -9
Over/under: 57.5
Moneyline: Missouri -330/Mississippi State +285
Mississippi State vs Missouri injury updates
Mississippi State reported no new injuries this week, but will be without wide receiver Mario Craver due to a suspension. Missouri starting quarterback Brady Cook was probable but removed from the report on Friday.
Mississippi State vs Mizzou weather update
According to AccuWeather, it will be 61 degrees at kickoff with 6 mph winds and a 0% chance of rain.
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Mississippi State football 2024 schedule
Aug. 31: vs. Eastern Kentucky (56-7, W)
Sept. 7: at Arizona State (30-23, L)
Sept. 14: vs. Toledo (41-17, L)
Sept. 21: vs. Florida (45-28, L)
Sept. 28: at Texas (35-13, L)
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Oct. 12: at Georgia (41-31, L)
Oct. 19: vs. Texas A&M (34-24, L)
Oct. 26: vs. Arkansas (58-25, L)
Nov. 2: vs. UMass (45-20, W)
Nov. 9: at Tennessee (33-14, L)
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Nov. 23: vs. Missouri
Nov. 29: at Ole Miss
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Missouri football 2024 schedule
Aug. 29: vs. Murray State (51-0, W)
Sept. 7: vs. Buffalo (38-0, W)
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Sept. 14: vs. Boston College (27-21, W)
Sept. 21: vs. Vanderbilt (30-27, W)
Oct. 5: at Texas A&M (41-10, L)
Oct. 12: at UMass (45-3, W)
Oct. 19: vs. Auburn (21-17, W)
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Oct. 26: at Alabama (34-0, L)
Nov. 9: vs. Oklahoma (30-23, W)
Nov. 16: at South Carolina (34-30, L)
Nov. 23: at Mississippi State
Nov. 30: vs. Arkansas
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