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WCPS highlights stronger teacher recruitment and induction; board accepts several donations
Summary
District officials described an uptick in teacher applications, a multi-year induction and mentorship program for new teachers, and partnership pathways to increase retention; the board also accepted several donations, including $25,000 from Volvo for robotics and $150,000 from PAA Foundation for Smithsburg auditorium.
Washington County Public Schools told the Board of Education on Nov. 18 that its teacher-recruitment and induction efforts are showing positive trends and that the district has invested in programs to turn applicants into long-term hires.
Talent-acquisition coordinator Tim Haines and professional-development supervisor Jonny Burkhart presented data on applications, hiring sources and retention strategies. The district reported an uptick in total applications, emphasized targeted recruitment…
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