Philadelphia Federation of Teachers School District of Philadelphia

A message from the SRC
Dear Colleagues,
This new Agreement between the School Reform Commission of the
School District of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers
reflects our shared commitment to building the strong, collaborative relationship
needed to implement and sustain real education reforms, innovations, and
best practices. Together, we have forged a groundbreaking, historic and bold
Agreement that accelerates our movement towards sustainable, high levels of
achievement for all our students.
Aligned with the goals of the District’s strategic plan, Imagine 2014, the
Agreement provides critical tools, and the necessary flexibility, for increasing
student achievement. It supports our common goals of supporting and nurturing
our newest teachers to improve retention, building strong professional
learning communities in schools, and targeting resources to schools where
our teachers and students have the greatest needs.
With this Agreement, our collective hard work, and our steadfast commitment
to putting children first, we are well on our way to accelerating academic
achievement for all students.
Robert L. Archie Jr., Esq. Arlene C. Ackerman, Ed.D.
Chairman Superintendent
School Reform Commission School District of Philadelphia
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