The evaluation format is the result of a cooperative effort between teachers and administrators. Its purpose is to evaluate teacher performance. In addition, numerous informal observations and conferences occur. These conferences and observations allow administrators to provide teachers with feedback on topics related to classroom management and the instructional process. Tenured teachers are evaluated once every two years.
All teachers submit goals and objectives annually.
The District is committed to providing each educator with personal and professional growth. Needs are identified through a sharing of professional staff ideas. Classified and certificated employees are included in these workshops. Two Literacy Coordinators work halftime to peer coach other teachers in literacy strategies. 8 Student Support Services Joe Hamilton School is on the district-wide schedule for services by the speech therapist, psychologist, and nurse.