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CCPS reports 91.44% teacher retention after new‑teacher academy
Summary
Superintendent staff reported a new‑teacher academy July 20–22 and a division retention rate of 91.44%; CCPS hired 64 new teachers this year, down from 74 the prior year.
Miss Metzger summarized the July 20–22 new teacher academy at Eastern View High School, describing technology onboarding, mentor and building‑based training, a new‑teacher dinner and raffle, and multiple professional development sessions.
She told the board that CCPS recorded a retention rate of 91.44% for the year — the highest she has seen in her role — and that the division hired 64 new teachers this year compared with 74 the prior year. Metzger highlighted mentor support (led by Cindy Rogers) and local hires, including several former CCPS employees returning to the district.
Board members praised the mentorship and the positive atmosphere reported by new teachers, and trustees noted that improved recruitment and retention are contributing to stability across schools.
