Ep. 108 | Closing the Gap: Professional Development and Mentorship
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Ep. 108 | Closing the Gap: Professional Development and Mentorship
In this episode, PVBeat hosts a discussion with Professional Development Specialist Sally Henzel, who provides an inside look at the Center for Teacher Development. Following that, Elementary Teacher Mentor Dr. Ivy Violette discusses the vital role of mentorship and teacher retention. The episode concludes with AVID Program Coordinator Rachael Spier, who explores how PVSchools is working to close the opportunity gap for students.
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