FILE:  GAD

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The Rapides Parish School Board recognizes that a program of professional development and education is important for the constant professional growth and improvement of an employee.  Therefore, professional personnel shall be encouraged to keep up with new developments and take part in development opportunities in their academic fields and to cultivate an open mind toward current educational practices.

The School Board may annually develop a plan for professional development activities in conformity with guidelines established by the Louisiana Department of Education.  The School Board shall utilize the advice of the members of its professional staff in developing the proposed plans.

Ref:    La. Rev. Stat. Ann. §17:24.1, 17:3885

Board minutes, 4-10-84, 3-07-06

Rapides Parish School Board