EDUCATION – Adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding an administrator leadership apprenticeship program.

H 295 establishes an administrator leadership apprenticeship program in Idaho, enabling individuals without a standard administrator certificate to qualify for school principal or superintendent roles. To participate, applicants must pass a criminal background check, hold a bachelor's degree (for principals) or master's degree (for superintendents), demonstrate relevant professional experience (e.g., in education, government, or management), and be sponsored by a school district while enrolled in an approved leadership program. After three consecutive years as an apprentice in the role, participants who meet all requirements become eligible for the same administrator certificate as traditionally certified peers. The bill was enacted as an emergency measure following its passage by the Idaho House of Representatives.