Induction


 * OBJECTIVE:** Staff who are new to The Academy are provided with ample training and time before school begins so they can successfully transition into the school year. Staff are also provided training their second year in order to sustain support and training for new staff.


 * PLAN:**
 * Teachers who are new to The Academy attend 4-5 days of training in the summer, regardless of previous teaching experience. Staff in their second year at The Academy attend as well. This allows them the opportunity to review philosophies, skills, and strategies while also bonding with and working with our new staff members.
 * Training focuses on key components of The Academy as well as instructional strategies.
 * Technology
 * Core Competencies and Employability Skills (ES) grades
 * Ruby Payne
 * Rigor, Relevance and Relationships
 * Technology is integrated in the new teacher curriculum.
 * Teachers are compensated ($75 a day) for attending.
 * Last year's training materials can be accessed on the Newer Teacher Wiki.