Teacher evaluations are more professional
By Anna Real Staff Writer Although Costa teachers must be evaluated on a varying basis, there is no need for extensive student or parent feedback because these groups can be influenced be a variety of […]
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Student input makes evaluations thorough
By Julia Sheth Arts Editor The current process of evaluating teachers at Costa is incomplete because although it allows teachers to choose between three methods of evaluation, the 360-evaluation, the pilot evaluation and the goals-based […]
Will seniority bill improve education in California? CON: SB 955 doesn’t address educational needs
California Senate Bill 955 provides school districts with the ability to layoff teachers based upon skill instead of seniority. While this may seem like an effective way to layoff teachers, in reality it will not improve California’s education system. […]
Will seniority bill improve education in California? PRO: SB 955 will increase teacher effectiveness
California’s proposed legislation, Senate Bill 955, will give greater decision-making power to school districts and allow them to make decisions regarding teacher termination that save money and best benefit the students. […]