Arkansas § 6-15-1703 - Professional development.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 6-15-1703 — Professional development., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-15-1703. Professional development.
The State Board of Education's Standards for Accreditation of Arkansas Public Schools and School Districts shall require the following professional development according to the professional development schedule under § 6-17-709: Two (2) hours of professional development, or professional learning credit as determined by the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education, as part of the professional development required for teachers, designed to enhance understanding of effective family and community engagement strategies; and Two (2) hours of professional development, or professional learning credit as determined by the division, as part of the professional development required for administrators, designed to enhance understanding of: Effective family and community engagement strategies; and The importance of administrative leadership in setting expectations and creating a climate conducive to family and community participation. A school district shall provide training at least annually for volunteers who assist in an instructional program for families and the community.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 6-15-1703
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 6-15-1703 cover?
Section 6-15-1703 ("Professional development.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arkansas § 6-15-1703?
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