Exemplary Induction Programs

Summary and Implementation

Planting the Seeds
Information We've Shared

• Successful induction programs stress effective classroom management, effective instructional practices, acculturation to the school community, lifelong learning, and teamwork.
• The primary goals of induction are: 1) reduce the intensity of the transition into teaching, 2) increase retention of highly qualified teachers, 3) improve teacher effectiveness, and most importantly, 4) improve student achievement.
• Lafourche's FIRST program has been adopted as a statewide model.
• Flowing Wells offers an annual training seminar on how to implement a successful induction program.
• Prince George's County hires 1200 new teachers a year and all are inducted.

Nurturing Growth
What You Can Do to Make a Difference

• Recognize that no matter the size of your district, it is easy to implement a successful induction program.
• Use the information from the programs featured in this chapter to create your own induction program.
• Don't put induction off one more minute. Take a step. Begin it.

Reaping the Harvest
Benefits to Your School System

• Induction doesn't cost money. It saves money.
• Induction training helps ensure reduced anxiety for new teachers, increased retention of a higher-quality teaching force, a shared culture throughout the district, and improved student achievement.