Professional Development Hub
Core Value Statement
We believe in providing job-embedded professional development that is collaborative, personalized, engaging, and relevant for the purpose of increasing student learning.
The Purpose of Professional Development at K-M
The fundamental purpose of staff development is to improve student learning. We implement a site-based approach for both educational goals and staff development opportunities that best help meet these goals.
Providing teachers and school district staff with individual and organizational development opportunities prepares them to deliver excellent educational experiences for students.
To achieve this, Kasson-Mantorville commits to:
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Developing district goals based on increased student learning and achievement.
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Developing site goals based on increased student learning and achievement.
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Developing professional development plans that provide all K-M employees with focused and personalized growth opportunities.
Pre-Approval Forms and Quick Links
Use the links below to request approval for upcoming graduate courses or external professional development events.
Graduate Course Pre-Approval
If you are taking Master's-level college credits that are directly relevant to your current teaching role, you must have them pre-approved by the Superintendent.
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Submit your request using the Graduate Course Pre-Approval Online Form.
Out-of-District Professional Development Pre-Approval
If it is your content area's designated year to attend an out-of-district professional development event, please submit your request to the PD committee.
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Submit your request using the Out-of-District PD Pre-Approval Online Form.
