Professional Issues

Spring and Summer Pathway Programs for Licensure and Professional Practice
The Office of Human Capital will be conducting Pathway Programs this spring and summer for licensure and professional practice in the following fields:

• Early Childhood
• Elementary
• ESL /SEI Endorsement
• Moderate Disabilities
• Severe Disabilities

The programs are currently posted on My Learning Plan with program details and schedules. Interested BPS staff need to register for the application process on MLP. In turn, registrants will receive an application form and an informational packet by email. BPS staff without MLP access can request the application materials by emailing bpspathways@gmail.com. To be considered for admission, applicants need to submit a completed application form, up-to-date resume, and personal statement.

May 20 is the application deadline for the ESL/SEI Endorsement, Moderate Disabilities (7-seminar program), and Severe Disabilities Pathway Programs. These programs run during the month of July. Email with questions or call 617-635-9036.

Professional Learning Conference Schedule is Live!
Register today for our 3rd Annual Professional Learning Conference on June 4 at the BTU. The full schedule of workshops, activities, panels and speakers is now live. Highlights include:

• Workshops and panels led by BTU educators
• An update from the Mayor’s office of education on the BPS Facilities Master Plan, including a Q&A session
• Keynote speaker Zac Chase: teacher, blogger, US Department of Education ConnectEd Fellow and co-author of the acclaimed Building School 2.0: Creating the Schools We Need

Professional Learning Advisory Board Deadline Approaching
Applications are now open for the Professional Learning Advisory Board (PLAB), a working group of Boston Public Schools educators dedicated to the advancement and improvement of professional learning in the district in order to improve the learning and well-being of our students. PLAB ensures that teacher voice is heard, respected, and valued in decision making. Find out more information and apply today.