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Teacher diversity rose from 18.3% to 21.1% (2014-2022), but lags behind working-age adults with degrees (22.6% from disadvantaged backgrounds). Concerns arise over people of color avoiding education careers. Half of 2022 students were from disadvantaged groups. Teacher diversity benefits students of color, yet workforce lacks racial diversity. Pay disparities could deter teachers of color. Supreme Court’s 2023 ruling on race-conscious admissions may impact teacher program diversity. NCTQ suggests embedding teaching opportunities, supporting college students in teacher programs, and improving school climate to retain diverse teachers.