A ‘one, Some, All’ Approach Wraps Educators In Layers Of Support

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A ‘one, some, all’ approach wraps educators in layers of support

In the face of staff shortages and teacher turnover, Worcester (Massachusetts) Public Schools is supporting multiple avenues to recruit and retain quality educators in our district. High-quality professional learning is one of those avenues for ensuring we have a strong and stable workforce. The district’s Office of Curriculum and Professional Learning believes that systematic, purposeful, and structured high-quality professional learning is not only vital to teacher practice and student outcomes, but also a critical component of retaining staff. Put simply, we believe that if educators feel supported, they will stay committed to students and the field. The phrase “high-quality” is key because a one-time workshop or occasional feedback session will not lead to the kind of relationships, skills, and commitment that are essential for teachers

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