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Georgia Professional Standards Commission

Guidance for Interpreting and Implementing Educational Leadership Preparation Program

Rules 505-3-.76 and 505-3-.77

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Table of Contents

Introduction .............................................................................................................................................. 4 I. Admission ....................................................................................................................................... 7

1. Tier I Admission (Traditional Preparation) ? Self-selection ............................................7 2. Tier II Admission ? Eligibility for Holders of a Tier II Certificate..................................8 3. Alternative Preparation Admission Requirements ? Tier I and II....................................8 4. Co-construction of Tier II Admission Criteria w/ P-12 Partners/Employers ...................9

II. Candidate Support and Clinical Practice ....................................................................................... 11 5. EPP Responsibility for Mentor and Leader Coach Training and Monitoring ................11 6. Tier II Clinical Practice ? Expectations for Candidates who are Not Employed in a Leadership Position ........................................................................................................ 13 7. The Leadership Coach May be an EPP Employee ......................................................... 13 8. Observations at Multiple Grade Levels .......................................................................... 14

III. Curriculum ................................................................................................................................... 15 9. New Standards and Elements Adapted from the National Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL) ..........................................................................................15 10. Inclusion of InTASC Model Core Teaching Standards (MCTS) and Other Relevant Standards ........................................................................................................................ 15 11. Certificate Renewal Requirements through Professional Learning ............................... 16 12. Inclusion of the Georgia P-12 Continuous Improvement Framework ........................... 17

IV. Formative Program Assessment .................................................................................................... 18 13. EPP Assessment of Program(s) at the Mid-point of the Seven-year Approval Cycle .........18

V. Partnerships ................................................................................................................................... 19 14. Partnership Agreements..................................................................................................19 15. Candidates Employed by Agencies or Organizations ....................................................20

VI. Appendices Appendix A. Rule 505-3-.76 References, Alternative Preparation for Educational Leadership. 22

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Appendix B. Rule 505-3-.77 References, Educational Leadership Program .............................. 29 Appendix C. Rule 505-3-.01 References..................................................................................... 35 Appendix D. Georgia Educational Leadership Standards and Elements .................................... 37 Appendix E. Coaching Endorsement Standards.......................................................................... 45 Appendix F. Implementation Timeline ....................................................................................... 50 Appendix G. Links to Relevant Standards and Frameworks....................................................... 52 Appendix H. 2015 Guidelines and Performances Linked to ISLLC/LKES................................ 53 Appendix I. Revision History ...................................................................................................... 61

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Introduction

Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) Educator Preparation Rules 505-3-.76, Alternative Preparation for Educational Leadership Program and 505-3-.77, Educational Leadership Program, establish the requirements and standards for programs preparing individuals for Georgia educational leadership certification. The amended rules, effective July 15, 2018, build upon the 2015 version of each rule, in which Tiered preparation was established. The rules include a number of changes, clarifications, and additions impacting the following aspects of program design and operation:

Admission

Candidate Support and Clinical Practice

Curriculum

Formative Program Evaluation

Partnerships

The purpose of this document is to assist EPPs in interpreting and understanding rule changes and additions related to program design and delivery, and in planning for implementation. Each of the significant 2018 rule revisions are addressed as distinct topics on the following pages. Included for each topic are links to rule references, guidance, and the expected implementation date (semester and year). Previously published guidance is provided in Appendix H.

Program providers are encouraged to consider this document an important guide for understanding GaPSC expectations and for implementing rule changes. Implementation dates are required; for instance, some rule revisions took effect immediately upon the rule effective date, while others will be expected to be phased into programs over time. The implementation timeline (Appendix F) provides a quick reference guide for expected implementation dates. During approval reviews occurring either in or after the semester of implementation noted in the timeline, site visitors will seek evidence of implementation of all applicable rule revisions. Guidance related to program design and delivery is not intended to be mandatory, as we understand there are many ways to meet standards and accomplish requirements; however, variances should be justifiable.

Direct any questions about the guidance provided herein or suggestions for additional guidance topics

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to the assigned GaPSC Educator Preparation Education Specialist. As revisions are made, new versions will be shared with EPP heads and posted on the GaPSC website page dedicated to providing resources for program providers. The resource page is located at GaPSC - Resources for Educator Preparation Program Providers. Footers in this document include the latest revision date.

Finally, GaPSC staff wish to extend sincere appreciation to Dr. David Hill and members of the 20172018 Educational Leadership Task Force, listed below, who contributed significant time and expertise to the development of rule revisions and guidance, as well as the Georgia Educational Leadership Faculty Association (GELFA) for its ongoing support and collaboration.

Task Force Members Abraham Andero, Albany State University Debra Bembry, Albany State University Mike Bochenko, Valdosta State University Charles Burrage, University of North Georgia Tom Hackett, Columbus State University Barbara Hill, Clark Atlanta University Arvin Johnson, Kennesaw State University Christie Johnson, University of West Georgia Wayne Lord, Augusta University Julie McBrayer, Georgia Southern University Gail Melvin, Southwest Georgia RESA Bob Michael, University System of Georgia Kimberly NeSmith, Pelham City Schools Jarvis Price, Upson County Schools Barbara Roquemore, Georgia College & State University Nick Sauers, Georgia State University Karen Smits, Marietta City Schools (formerly Metropolitan RESA) Penny Smith, Middle Georgia RESA Paige Tompkins, University of Georgia Nancy Wadel, The Cottage School Jean Walker, Mercer University

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