Lead Teacher Program is Still in Effect for 2017-18
In the recently ratified CBA, the BTU and BPS agreed to bring the Lead Teacher program to an end. This will have no effect on the program for this year. Those who have been hired into the role by their school’s Personnel Subcommittee will continue to perform the associated duties and receive the $2,250 stipend.
What is the BPS Plan for Academics and Professional Learning?
With the summer launch of the Essentials for Instructional Equity, BPS is creating new professional learning opportunities and rethinking how to ensure consistent access to high-quality instruction across all schools. Lend your voice to this conversation by attending our first Professional Learning Advisory Board meeting of the year on Monday, September 25 from 4:30-7:30 PM at the BTU. Please email Paul to RSVP.
DEADLINE FRIDAY!! The BTU Inquiry Project: Renew, Reinvigorate, Research
Earn graduate credit for this teacher-led professional learning experience that affirms and deepens your identity as an educator through rigorous academic research into questions of practice that are important to you and your students.Open to ALL BTU members. See the flyer or read more information and apply. The application deadline is September 22, and the course will begin in early October.
DEADLINE FRIDAY!! AFT/BTU Teacher Leader Fellowship: Stipend Opportunity
What is education policy and how does it work? How can I advocate for my students and my profession? How does policy affect me, my students, and my school? Learn about these and more in the AFT/BTU Teacher Leader Program. This program meets on nine Saturdays across the school year. Read more details and apply. The fellowship stipend is $1,500, and the deadline to apply is September 22. Download a flyer for posting. Contact Paul with questions.
MTEL Prep Courses
BPS has posted fall’s MTEL Prep Courses on My Learning Plan. See the schedule. If you feel you need additional support, please email Paul.
21st Century Classroom Furniture Deadline: October 16
Check out the 21st Century Classroom Furniture School Leader Information Packet (PDF). The deadline for submission is October 16.