Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced a nearly $20 million expansion of the "Grow Your Own Educators" grant program to strengthen the state's teacher workforce.

The " Grow-Your-Own Educators" grant program aims to create stronger paths for non-licensed school staff to become full-time teachers.

Additionally, the program will give priority consideration to applicants with a demonstrated plan for recruiting and retaining male educators. The governor's office says that men represent only 23% of Maryland's teachers.

Gov. Moore also sees this as an opportunity for young men to develop into mentors.

"These initiatives will help Maryland recruit and retain the excellent teachers our students deserve," State Superintendent of Schools Dr. Carey M. Wright said. "By equipping educators with the to

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