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Professional learning is crucial for continuous growth and development in any profession, particularly in education. It enables educators to stay up to date on the latest research, teaching methodologies, and technology advancements, ultimately enhancing student outcomes.
In our district, we prioritize professional learning opportunities for all CISD staff to ensure they have the tools and knowledge needed to excel in their roles, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
#CISDLearns is committed to designing and facilitating valuable learning experiences and making them available anytime, from anywhere. As a member of the CISD family, you have access to a Professional Learning Library inside PowerSchool PL.
Are you entering your first or second year of teaching in the CISD family? We are dedicated to supporting you in the development of a meaningful and supportive relationship with a mentor. The BEAM (Beginning Educators and Mentors) Program sets you up for success by connecting you with a veteran educator whose purpose is guiding you through your first two years in the profession of education - and beyond.
BEAM Program Highlights:
The district BEAM (Beginning Educators and Mentors) program is tailored to offer support to newly hired teaching staff members in acclimating to Coppell ISD's educational landscape. Through mentorship, training, and a rich repository of resources, the program fosters professional growth, ensuring a smooth transition into their roles and alignment with the district's educational standards and practices.
These standards provide a comprehensive framework for guiding new educators through their initial experiences in the CISD educational environment.
A comprehensive collection of resources has been developed specifically for CISD mentors, aimed at providing invaluable support to their mentees in navigating and excelling across the diverse spectrum of BEAM standards, encompassing orientation to district policies, effective classroom management, collaborative engagement, family communication, curriculum understanding, instructional practices, resilience building, and participation in professional learning communities.