"As a local president, I'm becoming concerned by the stories I'm hearing from younger teachers who are being asked by our school district to become certified to meet NCLB requirements by taking the Praxis test. This test will cost each individual about $400, even though they have been certified by our state Teacher Standards and Practices Commission and are in the process of paying off loans acquired during their college career.

"More than one young teacher has said it may cause her to reconsider her dcision to remain in education."

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