Professional Development (travel/conference) in both ELA, Math, and SEL will be provided so teachers are well equipped to meet the unique needs of English learner students who are struggling academically and social/emotionally by expanding and enhancing professional development opportunities for teachers focused on English Language Development (ELD). This will involve providing substitute teachers to cover classroom duties, ensuring teachers have the time and resources to engage in meaningful professional learning experiences. Additionally, allocating funds for materials, supplies, and travel/conferences will enable teachers to access high-quality training and resources to enhance their ELD instruction skills.
The effectiveness of this action will be monitored through teacher survey data that indicates if and how the professional development helped them meet the unique needs of their diverse learners. Teachers will be asked to provide feedback on the relevance, applicability, and impact of the professional development sessions in addressing the academic and social-emotional needs of low-income students, foster youth, and English learner students. Specifically, the survey will gather information on the strategies and techniques learned during the professional development sessions, as well as their implementation in the classroom to support diverse learners. Additionally, teachers will have the opportunity to share any challenges encountered and suggestions for further improvement in meeting the needs of underserved student populations. By collecting and analyzing teacher survey data, we can gain valuable insights into the effectiveness of professional development initiatives in equipping educators with the necessary knowledge and skills to support the academic and socio-emotional growth of diverse learners. This feedback will inform future professional development planning and ensure that training opportunities align with the needs and priorities of educators and students alike. (Metric 2.17)