EXTERNAL CONFERENCES/SEMINARS
We are committed to providing training with a specific focus, whether it’s related to Curriculum, Instruction, Intervention or Assessment.
- Teachers and Support Staff may request Staff Development by filling out the staff development request form
- Upon attending Staff Development; staff will be expected to share their learning with colleagues: this may be done in a variety of ways:
- Through PLCs
- Staff Meetings
- Professional Days
PROFESSIONAL DAYS & STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAYS
Professional days & Staff development are embedded into our school calendar. This is an opportunity for staff to receive ongoing professional development.
- Professional Days & Staff Development days are opportunities for district staff and or speakers to provide district-wide staff development.
Teachers receive job-embedded support with regards to embedding best practice strategies into the classroom. They work with teachers on curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices. They help teachers use best practice strategies and use data to guide instruction. These Instructional Coaches meet weekly with the Curriculum Director to recap the weekly classroom/team time visits.
- Currently, we have a Primary Instructional & Equity Coach, an Intermediate Instructional & Equity Coach, and a 6-12 Instructional & Equity coach.
TEAM TIME MEETINGS/STAFF MEETINGS
Our middle school schedule has allowed us to provide a specific Team Time Professional Development each week. Our middle school teachers participate in discussions around relevant topics.
PEER REVIEW/TEACHER EVALUATION
Teachers have the option of visiting any classroom three times per year for additional peer review of best practices. See Teacher Professional Growth and Development page.
