GBRC: Professional Development

There shall be a program of professional development for employees, which meets minimum statutory and State Board of Education requirements. The program shall promote:

  • continuous professional development;
  • improving academic achievement for all students;
  • diversification in academic foundations or subject knowledge; and
  • improved job effectiveness and enhanced skills.

When appropriate, the superintendent shall consult with the staff about professional development activities.

All appropriate employees shall attend professional development sessions unless excused by the superintendent. Professional development programs may use all or a portion of the workday.

Approved: November 16, 2009