Maryland State Department of Education Paraprofessional Assessment Policy Feb 2026
Maryland Approves ETS ParaPathways for Title I Credentialing
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Description
The Maryland State Board of Education approved the adoption of the new ETS ParaPathways paraprofessional assessment and previously relied on the ETS ParaPro exam (to be retired August 2026) for Title I school credentialing requirements. This action provides multiple compliance pathways for Maryland paraprofessionals seeking Title I eligibility.
Contract Details
Vendor
EDUCATIONAL TESTING SERVICE
Agency
Maryland State Department of Education, MD
Contract Type
OTHER
Document Date
February 24, 2026
Contract Term
ongoing beginning February 2026
Renewal Info
ParaPro assessment phased out August 2026. ParaPathways adopted with indefinite usage until further policy revision or vendor changes.
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