Professional Development

We are committed to providing high-quality professional development (PD) that empowers educators, fosters collaboration, and improves student outcomes. Through targeted training, leadership programs, and collaborative initiatives, we support our educators in achieving excellence.

PD Calendar

Our district offers a robust calendar of opportunities throughout the year, including district-wide training days, school-based sessions, and subject-specific workshops. Key topics include:

• High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM)
• Science of Reading (SOR)
• Data-driven instruction
• Classroom instructional strategies
• Links    
  • KSD PD Calendar (Document)
  • MDE Professional Development
  • Professional Development Calendar
  • Professional Development for Math

Leadership Academy

This program develops current and aspiring leaders through engaging sessions on leadership growth, communication, and innovation. Based on books like Trust and Inspire, the academy helps participants overcome barriers and refine leadership strategies.
Leadership Academy  - Program Overview (Document)

High-Impact Teams (HITs)

HITs replace traditional PLCs, focusing on a continuous cycle of teaching, assessing, and refining instruction to improve student outcomes.

• Core Components: Collaboration, data analysis, and actionable goal-setting.
• Focus Areas: Supporting the bottom 25% of students, refining instructional practices, and using assessment data to drive decision-making.

Yearly HIT Calendar (Document)

Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

We support educators in earning CEUs to meet licensure and professional growth requirements.

• CEU opportunities are available through district-sponsored and external PD sessions.
• Learn more at the MDE CEUs or EMCED Professional Development page.

Commitment to Growth

By providing educators with the tools, training, and collaborative opportunities they need, we ensure every classroom is equipped for success.