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Braxton and Gilmer County Public Schools
Burnsville, WV
School Type: Public
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School Setting: Rural
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Level: K-12
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School Design: Traditional
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Content Presented By:
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Edvantia
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Summary
The practice: Professional Development - School leaders must provide relevant, meaningful, and ongoing professional development for all staff.
- Since 1999 140 out of 300 teachers completed a three-day training program, compared to 40 unpaid teachers in 1996
- Participants were paid $300 plus benefits
- Received equipment for the classrooms
- Software Preview Center at Glenville State College
- Technical support from pre-service teacher candidates
In 1996, the first Summer Technology Academy featuring three days of hands-on technology training was offered to a small group of teachers in Braxton County, West Virginia. Teachers received no stipend, nor did they qualify for continuing or graduate credit. The early success of the program snowballed into increased funding and attendance, and partnerships were formed with a neighboring county and state college. Now, over the three-day workshops 75 teachers per summer receive $100 per day, free software, and hardware, such as digital cameras, scanners, and CD-rewriters. Pre-service teachers offer technical support and receive valuable insight into the teaching profession.
This site also exemplifies the following practice(s):
- Assessment and Evaluation - School leaders must utilize assessment and evaluation techniques to inform decision making and ensure continuous improvement in teaching and learning.
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