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Poquoson City Schools
Poquoson, VA
School Type: Public
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School Setting: Suburban
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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.
- 80% of teachers met six of the eight state technology standards, 20% met all standards.
- Five staff members in each school serve as Technology Coaches for other teachers
- Teachers took a free three-college-credit course at the individual school sites
- 40 to 50 free mini technology courses offered to teachers
- All new teachers required to participate in two days of technology training
- Opened training to administrators, library media specialists, teaching assistants, and licensed personnel
- Opportunities for obtaining college credit and recertification points
When the state of Virginia mandated eight new "Technology Standards for Instructional Personnel," Poquoson City Schools mobilized a flexible professional development program with few dollars. Teachers receive free training, but are not compensated for their time. Teachers may also choose several options, such as college courses, short district-sponsored mini-courses, and conference and workshop attendance, as well as off-site workshops offered through public and private organizations. All teachers demonstrated proficiency on at least three of the eight standards during the program's first year.
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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