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OGSD Induction Program

OGSD offers a lot of helpful PD classes through their OGSD University. It is nice to be able to take various PD classes throughout the school year and not have to take a day off school or give up a weekend. OGSD's Program Coordinator is very helpful and approachable. I feel like I can talk to her about concerns and will be given help, pointed in the right direction in order to get the help and support I need. The mentor support I receive in OGSD's Induction program has been invaluable in helping me grow as a teacher. -Dawn T.

I love how OGSD offers support and opportunities for new teachers to continue their education through professional development meetings based on teacher feedback and needs. -Melissa K.

This induction program has given me endless amounts of support and the confidence to succeed through my first year of teaching. -Rachel M.

A gentle, supportive, and efficient program that honestly has the teacher's success in mind. -Daniel B.

OGSD's induction program offers its candidates many different opportunities for learning and growth. From mentor support to ILP's to collaborating with colleagues. -Kathy V.

This program is very adaptive to teacher candidates' needs. They develop a program that is low impact on a teacher's daily schedule but also supports teachers in deepening their practice. -Holly M.

Professional Development

I love that OGSD University calls on expert teachers to share their knowledge with new teachers through PD workshops. The teachers and materials are relatable and inspiring since they come from people whose teaching experiences are similar to ours. -Chelsey M.

OGSD University has been valuable to me as a new teacher who is part of the induction program. I love having the option to choose my own courses and learn from my colleagues as they share techniques, strategies, and methods that I am easily able to implement immediately into my classroom. -Rachel K.

The best part about the professional development was having a plethora of choices so I could choose options that were pertinent to ME. –Nicholas B.

Program Coordinator Support

The Induction Program is incredibly responsive to feedback. They are continually adapting the program to meet teacher needs. - Allison W.

Shannon is so compassionate and responsive to candidate needs. She’s like your own personal cheerleader. Induction is a lot of work, but her dedication and encouragement enhances the experience and makes you feel like no matter how hard it seems, she’ll be there to help however she can. She’s also SUPER organized and makes it easy for you to be the same! -Danielle W.

I really appreciate the support that the program coordinator and my mentor have given in helping to make me a better and more confident teacher. - Anatole R.

Shannon, our Program Coordinator, does an exemplary job of running the induction program. She is personable, warm, and efficient, and helps everyone going through induction accomplish their goals. Even though I am no longer in the induction program, I still feel supported by her, and consider her an ally in our school district. -Roxanne T.

Mentor Support

The induction program is well organised with dedicated coaches and support is given at every step of the way. Various workshops, PDs help you sail through the induction program easily. -Jaya M.

My mentor pushed me to try different positive approaches to benefit my classroom. -John D.

Mentor support in this program is the best! Having another professional in the classroom to give immediate feedback, to brainstorm with and to give observations was super helpful. -Cassy G.

I felt supported throughout this program by my mentor and the program director. My mentor offered direct support through being in my classroom, providing lesson plan ideas and strategies, and the program director was responsive, providing clarification when needed. -Annamarie M.