Individual teachers are allowed three professional leave days. Administrators continue to consider new ways to support teachers with time for learning during the school day or work time. Improvement of student achievement is paramount. Professional development activities are aligned with the Jefferson City School District Strategic Plan, state mandates, and MSIP requirements. Emphasis is placed on activities which treat learning as an active process of thinking and constructing ideas.
Teachers assume the role of facilitating student learning.
The PDC consults with the school administration regarding the districts goals, needs, and objectives in regard to professional development. The mission of the Jefferson City School District, a family-oriented riverside capital community rich in heritage, is to ensure that each student achieves his or her maximum potential, through a challenging educational system characterized by parent and community involvement, a dedicated and effective staff, a nurturing and safe environment, a broad spectrum of curricular experiences, pride through excellence, and commitment to the future. The mission of the Jefferson City Professional Development Committee is to improve student achievement through educational opportunities for teachers to continually improve instruction. Effective professional development is a cooperative effort involving teachers, administrators and school board members. Higher education, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, professional organizations, and community resources are used to enhance professional development.