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Today's blog will review funding opportunities for teachers for the 2024-2025 school year as well as some frequently asked questions.
Teacher Quality Funds
Teacher Quality funds will again be available to teachers wanting to take coursework to further their learning. Courses that are credit-bearing are eligible for TQ funding. Below are some frequently asked questions and clarifications.
Q: What is the window for TQ Funding?
A: The window extends across the school year. The course must begin between August 23, 2024 and August 22, 2025.
Q: Do I need to submit a form for approval prior to the course starting?
A: Yes.
Q: I no longer need any credits to renew my license. May I still apply for TQ funding.
A: Yes. Courses that are credit-bearing are eligible for TQ funding. You need not apply for the credit to receive the funds.
Q: How many courses may I take?
A: You may submit one course a year for TQ funding.
Q: If the course I applied for gets cancelled, may I substitute another course?
A: Yes. You may contact Brittany Kunz with information on the new course.
Please remember to submit your transcript and payroll document after the course ends in order to receive payment. Below is the link to the application form as well as additional information about TQ funds.
TIME
Another opportunity for funding will be an option for teachers to participate in additional hours of professional learning throughout the school year (TIME-Teacher Initiated Meaningful Engagement). Certified teachers may receive up to 8 hours of additional per diem pay for collaborative work completed outside their regular contract time during the 2024-2025 school year.
Q: What is the window for TIME funding?
A: TIME hours take place during the school year, beginning on the first day of school and ending on the last day of school.
Q: When do we receive TIME payments?
A: There are 2 pay periods for TIME--one in November, and one in May.
Q: Since TIME hours are collaboration hours by our team, may our entire team submit just one form?
A: While team members are included on the form, each individual must submit a form in order to receive payment.
Below is the link to the TIME Day application as well as additional information about this funding.
Thank you for all of your work dedicated to collaboration and ongoing learning.
