Announcements

If you have started a paper application renewal process, you may continue through that process.  You do not have to start over with an online application. 

Applicants: 

1. If new to online application submissions review the General Instructions for Online Application Forms.
2. On the License Applications webpage scroll down to see the numerically ordered list of application forms and find Form 3a. 
3. Click on the link to the right “Review Requirements and Access Form” to get started on the process.  

Already familiar with the online application process?  Go directly to the login site.  https://appspublic.ksde.org/AuthenticationPublic/login.aspx       

Districts:

• The process for completing district verifications for applicants is the same as you have been following for other online forms over the last few years.  Review General Instructions for Districts if needed. 
• Form 3a district verification will be verification of experience or uploading of transcripts – PDC transcripts (and university transcripts if applicable.)
• Signatures on PDC transcripts will no longer be required

Limited Apprentice License - Pilot Programs for Elementary Education & High Incidence Special Education

What: A State Board of Education approved two-year statewide pilot of alternative pathways for elementary education and high incidence special education.  Based on recommendations from the Teacher Vacancy and Supply Committee.

Additional details and application forms available here.

• Limited Apprentice License for Elementary allows placement in an elementary classroom, K-6 assignment.
• Limited Apprentice License for High Incidence Special Education allows placement in a supportive Special Education assignment at the level of the High Incidence Special Education program being completed.

Limited TAP License:  Contact Wichita State University regarding the Teacher Apprentice Program (TAP) innovative elementary/early childhood unified program.  Wichita State University will provide requirements and forms. The Limited TAP License allows placement in a general education assignment Birth - Grade 6 or a special education assignment at the Birth - Grade 3 level.

Categorical Aid Reimbursement as a professional is available once the Limited Apprentice License for High Incidence Special Education or the Limited TAP License is in effect for teachers placed in appropriate special education assignments.

ROUTES TO THE CLASSROOM

The two documents linked below provide a summary of routes to the classroom for individuals.
 

  Routes to the Classroom                    Routes to the Classroom Chart               2014 Regulation Changes