All school administrators shall develop an on-going individual professional development plan with annual updates which is appropriate for their role or position. This plan shall support both their individual growth and organizational needs. Organizational needs must be defined by the districts' strategic plans or school renewal plans. Individuals completing the assessment for instructional leadership will develop their professional development plan on the basis of that assessment. The Department of Education shall assist school administrators in carrying out their professional development plans by reviewing the school and district plans and providing or brokering programs and services in the areas identified for professional development.
HISTORY: 1984 Act No. 512, Part II, Section 9, Division II, Subdivision D, SubPart 1, Section 1; 1985 Act No. 201, Part II, Section 9(K); 1996 Act No. 458, Part II, Section 70B; 1998 Act No. 400, Section 4.
Structure South Carolina Code of Laws
Chapter 24 - School Administrators
Section 59-24-5. Importance of leadership of principal recognized.
Section 59-24-15. Rights of certified education personnel employed as administrators.
Section 59-24-20. Requirements for admission to graduate programs in school administration.
Section 59-24-30. Individual professional development plans.
Section 59-24-35. Expenditure of funds.
Section 59-24-50. Continuous professional development programs.
Section 59-24-80. Formal induction program for first year principals.
Section 59-24-100. Establishment and funding of school principal incentive program.