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    Learning Forward is the only professional association devoted exclusively to those who work in educator professional development. We help our members plan, implement, and measure high-quality professional learning so they can achieve success with their systems, schools, and students.

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      NSDC releases the Standards for Staff Development for three grade levels: elementary, middle, and high school.

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      NSDC launches its first Academy for Staff Developers.

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      Georgia and Illinois recognized as first affiliates.

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      The Lynne Chidley Staff Development Foundation is established.

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      NSDC is incorporated and chartered as a nonprofit organization in Ohio.

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      Ronald Brandt, executive editor of Educational Leadership, organizes the first gathering of staff developers in Minneapolis.

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