Understanding the Change in Grad Rate Calculations
Last week, MDE published a memo (see Memo #070-23: Modifications to Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate Calculations) outlining changes that are coming to the adjusted cohort graduation rate calculation. These changes are required by the US Department of Education beginning with the 2022-23 school year. In short, the changes means that length of enrollment can no longer be factored in when calculating graduation rates. This could result in noticeable year-over-year change in graduation…
Onboarding, Leveling Up, and Enhancing Teacher Practice! MASSP Teacher+ Program is your one-stop professional development support portal.
The core function of every instructional leader is helping educators become their best to better serve their communities. Principals have the best intent to provide top-notch professional learning to our team, yet, every principal faces the challenge of balancing a million responsibilities, many of which feel like competing interests. Time is that invaluable resource we all strive to maximize. Critical planning and training with your team often takes the backseat to pressing…
Meaningful Observations, Constructive Coaching and Engaging Learning: MASSP 5D/5D+ Professional Learning Opportunities for Administrators and Teachers
Helping educators understand what good teaching and learning looks like, and supporting their growth are core functions of an administrator. Unfortunately, the pandemic years required many administrators to put observation and feedback, and performance evaluations on the back burner which has contributed to the educator shortage and struggles to develop and retain new teachers. As we reflect, reset, and reboot for the 2022-23 school year, it is important that we reprioritize our…