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

The Administrator Leadership Apprenticeship Program is being introduced to help Idaho school districts that are struggling to find qualified administrators, particularly in rural areas. Many districts face increasing difficulty in recruiting school principals and superintendents, leaving critical leadership gaps that impact student success. This legislation expands the pipeline of eligible candidates by allowing experienced professionals from other industries—including military officers, private sector executives, nonprofit leaders, and government officials—to transition into school leadership roles. To ensure quality and accountability, applicants must be sponsored by a public school district or local education agency and must complete a leadership training program at a regionally accredited Idaho-based higher education institution before becoming eligible for certification. By leveraging Idaho's existing leadership talent and providing structured training, this program offers districts a practical solution to their hiring challenges while maintaining rigourous preparation standards for new administrators.