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Book Policy Manual
Section 2000 - Administration
Title Professional Development
Code 2112
Status Active
Adopted June 13, 2000
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The Board of Education recognizes the importance of professional development opportunities for new and
experienced administrators. As leaders of the school system, administrators' active participation in professional
development provides positive role models for other staff and students by enacting dual roles of teacher and
learner. Formal acknowledgment of the importance of these reciprocal roles and responsibilities will lead to
sustained professional growth and learning among administrative staff, which will, in turn, benefit the school
community.
A philosophy that promotes continued learning for all educators should permeate professional development
programs and practices. The philosophy should specifically support different learning needs, based on experience,
and an investment in the professional growth of future school leaders:
1. Innovative programs should be developed and established for teachers who aspire to administrative
positions. A special effort should be made to encourage women and minorities to seek administrative
positions.
2. For new administrators, a comprehensive orientation program should include broad-based exposure to
district practices and resources, provision of mentor support from experienced administrators, and
development of an individualized professional growth plan that targets priority learning needs.
3. For experienced administrators, flexible professional development opportunities should be entertained,
allowing for career advancement support and long-term areas of professional pursuit.
All administrators should be exposed to professional growth opportunities and educational practices that address
ways to foster diversity and equity in the school community. Professional development programs should be
developed to assist and alert participants to issues related to the impact of racial, ethnic, and gender bias in the
classroom, in the schools, and in the broader community.
Policy committee recommends removal of this policy because it is redundant with applicable law.
Please reference 10-148(a) CT general statutes.