Teacher Criteria for Participation in HSTA
	Policy passed by the Joint Governing Board August 19, 1996 Teachers must have a minimum of 24 documented hours of student contact per semester. Teachers will either attend or send a written report to each Local Governing Board Meeting. The teachers should report HSTA student activities, to include: (1) inquiry based science; and (2) experiences/exposure in rural health. A HSTA club represents a ratio of 10 students to 1 teacher. A maximum of 15 students is acceptable with prior approval from the HSTA teacher and Local Governing Board. All HSTA teachers are required to attend two weeks of summer institute, the annual HSTA science symposium, and the fall workshop. Reason for absence must be presented in writing to the LGB for approval. Attendance is required for payment of full stipend in accordance with the teacher agreement.