North Dakota to experience critical teacher shortages

(Bismarck, ND) -- The North Dakota Department of Public Instruction says that all subject areas will have critical teacher shortage going into the upcoming academic year.

State officials say reasons for the shortages include enrollment growth, teachers leaving the profession, and fewer young people entering the profession. Stress from the COVID-19 pandemic and school safety are also affecting shortages.

The North Dakota State Association of Colleges for Teacher Education is hosting a summit to come up with ideas to address the shortages.