Higbee-Last Sunday

The handout today regarding the old paradigm/new paragdigm contrast was of interest where the consensus from the class was that most of us have experienced the "sit and get" PD. Kudos to those in the class and their respective schools if you believe your PD would fall into the new paradigm model. Although the new paradigm model would appear in most cases to require more time and money, obviously the payoff (school improvement) in the long run is so much greater that the typical old paradigm methods that these greater costs make it well worth it. With all the discussion today about the mentoring/induction programs in our school, I feel one of the most important aspects of these programs is the accountability/responsibility on the part of the mentor. Also, give credit to those four who came in today for mock interviews. I would have enjoyed interviewing at least two people (even better if there were two vying for the same position). Finally, I'll second the motion for mock interviews for principal candidates during the internship seminars.