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Continued from page 9, Using Professional Development as the
Cornerstone for Continuous Learning
from AA programs and starting their coursework to
earn a Bachelor’s degree. Ms. Flaugher refers to them
as “champions” and “people living up to expectations,”
and notes with pride that their achievements are
recognized and honored. She added, “Our program
actually has quite a few former Head Start parents in
management and teaching positions. We are very proud
of their accomplishments.”
This grantee actively recruits parents for positions for
which they might qualify, such as teacher assistant, bus
monitor and janitor. Like other staff, parents in these positions
qualify for the educational support described above.
Family Educational Network of Weld County encourages
staff to shine by reaching challenging goals. Because of
careful professional development planning supported by
funds and education for all staff members, their strategy is
impressive and successful. ■
Continued from page 32, Focused Professional Development for
Teachers of Mathematics
study groups, modeling lessons, attending workshops, or
collaborating with their peers all communicate with each
other in some form within their learning community. When
this happens, the potential for professional development is
amazing and exciting to watch! ■
Juanita Copley is the Chair and Professor of the
Curriculum and Instruction Department in the College of
Education for the University of Houston in Houston,
Texas T: 713-743-4977; E: ncopley@aol.com
Photo by S. Crecelius.
Leaders build a circular
system that distributes
leadership to the outmost edges
of the circle to unleash the
power of shared responsibility.
—Frances Hesselbein
Do not follow where the
path may lead. Go instead
where there is no path and
leave a trail.
—Muriel Strode
Head Start Bulletin 57