Local+Bargaining+Agreement+Revision

**Introduction to [|Local Bargaining Agreement Revision] **

In my current district, Stevens Point Area Public Schools, the teacher goal setting process is outlined as part of the collective bargaining agreement. Although the current political climate leaves the fate of local bargaining uncertain, the impact of this revision is to connect teaching goals to observed student needs. The art of effective teaching begins with keen observation skills. By closely watching students and engaging in formal and informal assessments, teachers can set professional development goals to increase their knowledge and skills related to students' demonstrated needs.

**Reflection ** In proposing this revision to professional goal setting, I hope to increase the number of conversations about student learning and matching instruction to student needs. This revision allows teachers to exercise choice and professional decision-making while working toward meeting student needs. I believe that this process, paired with high-quality professional development, will raise teacher capacity and increase student achievement.

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