This page has been made available for your convenience, but the content of this site will no longer be updated after May 20, 2001. Visit the new site for new information. Effective professional development fosters the norm of continuous improvement.
Educators constantly revisit and renew their organizational goals.
Staff can articulate the kinds of learning opportunities they access throughout the year. Effective professional development requires strong leadership for continuous improvement. Administrators, teacher leaders, school board members, community leaders, and others advocate for quality professional development. School and district leaders participate with staff in professional development activities. Morale increases as a result of staff empowerment and effectiveness.