Maintaining licensure for your position is important for job security. For more information about licensure: ODE Licensure Website OSD has an Licensure Professional Development Committee (LPDC) that meets once a month. When you attend professional development workshops, classes, etc., you submit your proof of completion to the LPDC. These hours count towards licensure renewal. Currently, the LPDC members are:
The Ohio Resident Educator (RE) Program began in 2011, and is a comprehensive, two-year initiative to assist beginning teachers with mentoring and professional development as they start their education careers. The RE Program is designed to improve teacher retention, enhance teacher quality, and result in improved student achievement. The RE Program can be envisioned as a professional pathway to continued professional learning, leading educators to more effective practices and excellence in teaching.
Each year, SCOPE members are required to attend a Professional Development day in the fall run by our union. If you are unable to attend, you must use leave time.