Recommendations look at educator autonomy

EAST PROVIDENCE – Gov. Lincoln D. Chafee this month received recommendations that aim to clarify support and increase autonomy at all levels within the Rhode Island education system.
The recommendations include: increasing the awareness of existing autonomies at the district and school level; provide the training and support to educational leaders necessary to carry out effective education in an autonomous structure; and creating “a clear path” for existing local education authorities and their schools to put autonomy into practice.
In addition to the “wide dissemination” of the report, the group recommends a review of existing laws, regulations and policies that have an impact on educator autonomy.
In December 2013, Chafee announced the 16-member group in an effort to further his administration’s commitment to developing new ways to provide greater autonomy and flexibility for teachers, principals and superintendents. The members met monthly in sessions open to the public.
To view a copy of the report, “Pathways to Understanding, Supporting, and Increasing Educator Autonomy in Rhode Island,” visit www.gov.ri.gov/documents/press-attachments/EducatorAutonomyProjectReportAugust2014.pdf •

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