Massachusetts PD Case Studies

Lexington Public Schools

• Executive Summary

• Aligning PD to District, School, and Educator Goals: High quality PD is aligned with school and district goals for student learning, as well as educator S.M.A.R.T. goals

• Equity Focus: PD is an integral aspect of Lexington schools' work to close achievement gaps and ensure high achievement for all students

• Leveraging Expertise from Within: Of over 60 course offerings in LPS each year, approximately half are proposed, designed, and taught by LPS staff

Watch the videos:

• Instilling a Growth Mindset

• Labor and Management Collaborating for Change

• Empowering Teachers To Choose Their Own Path Toward Growth

• Using Data To Plan Professional Development

• Assessing Professional Development

Relevant PD documents:

• LPS Course Assessment Template

• LPS Sample Course Proposal

• LPS Call for Course Proposal