Orono board approves QComp plan, endorses updated Danielson framework with 5D+ look-fors

The Orono Public School District board on Monday approved continuing its QComp teacher development and compensation program and directed staff to adopt an updated Danielson rubric supplemented by selected 5D+ "look-fors" for priority teaching practices.

QComp is a state program that provides additional funding to the district and supports professional pay and job-embedded professional development for teachers, the district told the board during a multi-hour presentation and discussion. The board's approval covered the QComp plan and the recommendation to adopt the updated evaluation approach; the motion passed by voice vote.

Why it matters: QComp funds teacher career-ladder roles, mentoring and induction, and peer evaluation. District leaders said QComp resources are being used to support curricular changes, mentoring for probationary teachers and teacher leadership roles that…