Sentences with phrase «improving teacher retention rates»

For example, one research action cluster focused on improving teacher retention rates in early - career secondary math teachers.

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Hughes says teacher retention and continuity rates have improved on Bathurst Island in recent years, thanks in part to programs such as Growing Our Own.

• Some of the highest retention rates were among teachers participating in an induction program, who were team teaching, or who had a mentor help them improve their teaching.

The purpose of this project is to perform the evaluation portion of a randomized control trial designed to assess the impact of The Match School Foundation, Inc.'s teacher training program for novice teachers on outcomes such as achievement growth of teachers» students, principal ratings, and retention with the ultimate goal of improving K - 12 education.

According to surveys conducted by the Attleboro Public Schools, retention rates — holding students back — in grades 2 - 8 decreased by more than 43 percent, special education referrals dropped by more than 55 percent, and discipline and suspensions — especially in the middle schools — declined significantly, while attendance rates improved for both students and teachers.

The report concluded that the current rate of teacher retention was «unacceptable» and it was essential the views of teachers were heard by decision makers, policy makers and key stakeholders to help improve this outcome.

He said over the last few years the district has improved its scores on the state standardized exam known as PARCC, increased its retention rate of effective and highly effective teachers to 96 percent, submitted a balanced budget and sold closed school buildings to plug the deficit.

Ministers hope the proposals will improve teacher recruitment and retention rates.

Research shows that implementing SWPBIS results in a significant drop in discipline referrals and suspensions, as well as increased academic achievement, lower dropout rates, higher teacher retention, and improved school culture.11

What to know: The Mississippi Department of Education's (MDE) plan stands out for aligning its teacher recruitment and retention efforts with its ambitious goals for increasing student academic achievement by 2025 and clearly stating its role in supporting districts to address equity concerns.10 The MDE recognizes that in order to reach its stated goals — which include a proposed graduation rate of 90 percent for all students by 2025 — they must also support districts in recruiting and retaining teachers of color who are prepared to improve student outcomes.

The interim report, commissioned by the Nuffield Foundation, recommends the government «looks urgently» at accommodating more part - time working in secondary schools in a bid to improve the retention rates of teachers and persuade former teachers to return to the profession.

The school also raised its School Performance Score (SPS) by 5.5 points, improved its school letter grade, and increased its teacher retention rate.

To counteract the effects of staff churn, and to help boost retention rates and improve teacher agency, VCS is now hyper - focused on providing ongoing Professional Development (PD) opportunities for new and existing staff — and they're using DreamBox PD resources, such as MyFlexPD, ™ to help get everyone up to speed fast.

For example, last year, I wrote about a federally financed initiative that, at least initially, improved teacher - retention rates for teachers who transfered to low - achieving schools and received a substantial bonus.

The Inner - City Arts Professional Development Institute provides educators — classroom teachers, administrators, university students, and teaching artists — the tools to build bridges between the arts and academic subjects, improving student literacy and overall academic achievement, and raising teacher retention rates.

In February, Schools Week reported on the findings of the education select committee's teacher recruitment and retention inquiry, which called on the government to give all teachers the chance to formally improve their professional development as one way to boost retention rates.

At a time when Arizona is facing challenges that include improving literacy, the high school graduation rate, the recruitment and retention of effective teachers and leaders, and ensuring equitable funding for its schools, these are critical questions.

High - quality induction is associated with higher teacher retention rates and improved student learning.Podolsky, A., Kini, T., Bishop, J., & Darling - Hammond, L. (2016).

Investing wisely in teacher and principal preparation and development can improve student achievement and generate overall budget savings by reducing costs associated with low student performance (including grade retention, remediation, and higher dropout rates).

There is «strong empirical evidence» that targeting financial incentives in subjects where there is a shortage of teachers can help improve retention rates, but acknowledges that although schools can currently make these payments they are unable to do so due to budget pressures.

«However, we know that we need to improve retention rates - that's why we are reforming initial teacher training so that more time is spent in the classroom with a focus on the core skills a teacher needs and ensuring there's a better link between training and employment.»

They would also be paid at the same rates as K - 12 teachers, reducing turnover and improving retention.