Why Gardner MA has Schools of Great Teachers
The City of Gardner MA is proud of its achievement in providing students with some of the nation’s best educators. What is the secret formula? It may be a great recipe, but it appears to be based on simple common sense. First, Gardner tries to hire the very best teacher for any opening which comes up. Then it follows a 17 page Professional Development Plan which goes into detailed descriptions of the manner in which the high caliber of teaching will be maintained in the Gardner Public Schools through very specific proactive efforts. Expectations are clearly defined. Resources are provided to teachers. And teachers themselves are constantly working on improvement. The result: Great Teachers, and ultimately more successful students from kindergarten to graduation. To view the actual Professional Development Plan, click here.
In a recent interview, Gardner Superintendent of Schools Mark Pellegrino credits the School Committee and City Council for being supportive of funding for District needs, contributing to the more successful Educational Environment existing in Gardner today. Complete interview, click here.
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