Board approves MOU with Texas Tech to strengthen teacher pipeline
January 13, 2026 | WAXAHACHIE ISD, School Districts, Texas
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The Waxahachie ISD board approved a memorandum of understanding with Texas Tech University to participate in teacher-preparation pathways intended to strengthen the district’s internal pipeline.
District staff described three pathways in the agreement: a traditional 2+2 pathway, a fast-track 2+1 option for applicants with an associate degree, and the RaiderTeach alternative certification program for candidates who already hold a bachelor’s degree. The district said the MOU complements its extended teacher-certification plan intended to bring uncertified teachers into certification by 2029.
Miss Kriegel moved approval and Mr. Scofield seconded; the motion carried 7–0.
The MOU was approved as presented; staff will execute the final agreement and pursue the program alongside other educator-preparation partnerships.
District staff described three pathways in the agreement: a traditional 2+2 pathway, a fast-track 2+1 option for applicants with an associate degree, and the RaiderTeach alternative certification program for candidates who already hold a bachelor’s degree. The district said the MOU complements its extended teacher-certification plan intended to bring uncertified teachers into certification by 2029.
Miss Kriegel moved approval and Mr. Scofield seconded; the motion carried 7–0.
The MOU was approved as presented; staff will execute the final agreement and pursue the program alongside other educator-preparation partnerships.
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