This is apparent through its alignment with the Michigan Standards for Professional Development - context, content, and process. The culture for professional development at West Ottawa Public Schools is seen through its allocation of resources, time and money. All professional development goals align with building and district school improvement plans which are established to increase student achievement. West Ottawa Public Schools' professional development content is directly related to those instructional and curricular areas that will improve teaching and learning. These areas are determined through board adopted curriculum revisions and district and building school improvement plans.
Professional development is delivered in a variety of manners.
Participants research best practices, refine curriculum and learn effective instructional strategies. Staff Option Days - Designated days throughout the school year for certified staff development. Participants research best practices, refine curriculum and learn effective instructional strategies. Participants receive an increase in their salary based upon attendance at carefully designed staff development courses that align with district initiatives. Support Staff Continuing Education Incentive Program.