Lansing unveils mentoring program for first-year teachers to boost retention

Dec 9, 2024

District presenters outlined a monthly mentorship program for first-year certified staff, citing an estimated turnover cost of about $11,600 per hire and reporting 19 participants (17 teachers, 2 counselors). The program supplements state-mandated Greenbush mentoring with local supports.

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District staff presented a mentorship program designed to support first-year certified teachers, with the stated goals of improving retention, strengthening recruitment and limiting disruption to student learning.

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