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Our Mission:
The mission of the GCS Professional Learning Department is to improve student achievement through the creation of a professional learning community that provides high quality professional development opportunities by supporting the district's strategic plan, exploring current research in education, promoting more effective teaching and learning, and fostering personal and professional growth.
The Professional Learning Department of GCS oversees high quality professional development by:
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providing workshops based on effective teaching and learning strategies;
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ensuring that professional development reflects current research and best practices in education; and,
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providing staff with choices of professional development activities for re-certification that tie to individual, school and district goals.
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Professional Learning Upcoming Events
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MOOCs for Educators (The Friday Institute)
Built on research-based models of effective professional development, professional learning communities, and online communities of practice, MOOC-Ed courses focus on authentic, project-based learning, collaboration, and peer-supported learning.
Contact Us
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Margaret Walz
Office Support III
Phone: 336-370-8000
walzm@gcsnc.comCandice Bailey
Director - Educator Effectiveness
Phone: 336-665-8000
baileyc3@gcsnc.comDr. Mark Seagraves
Senior Executive Director - Professional Learning and Principal Pipeline
Phone: 336-665-8000
seagraj2@gcsnc.comTonisha Walden
Director - Professional Learning
Phone: 336-665-8003
waldent@gcsnc.comLei F. Washington
Director - Professional Learning and Leadership Operational Support
Phone: 336-665-8000
washinl@gcsnc.com