Structures for Professional Development

STRUCTURES OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Professional development in Polson School District is guided by three main structures:

1. District Strategic Goals (2024–2027)

• • Student Readiness: By 2027, all graduating seniors will have engaged in meaningful post-secondary planning and senior projects (Pirate Pursuits).

  • Academic Growth: Increase student proficiency in Reading/ELA and Math by 10% by 2027 and reduce the achievement gap for Native American students by 10%.

  • Family & Community Engagement: Increase family/community engagement by 15% by 2027 through stronger communication, collaboration, and partnerships.

2. School-Level Continuous Improvement Plans

• • Each school creates a plan tailored to its specific needs, aligned with the district’s goals.

3. Individual Professional Growth Plans

• • Staff members set annual goals through the evaluation process (MT-EPAS) that guide individual and team learning.