Implementing a Two-Tiered Licensure System for School Leaders | Virginia Department of Education
Program Description
The new licensure regulations being developed call for the implementation of a two-tiered licensure system for school leaders as recommended by the Commission to Review, Study, and Reform Educational Leadership. This proposal will be available for public comment and will then require training and awareness sessions for all affected stakeholders.Virginia Standard(s) Addressed
Planning & Assessment (ISLLC standard 3)Instructional Leadership (ISLLC standard 1)
Safety & Organizational Management for Learning (ISLLC standards 2 & 3)
Communication & Community Relations (ISLLC standard 4)
Program Goals and Objectives
By the end of this program participants will be aware of the Two Tiers of Licensure, the requirements for each tier, and the rationale behind them.Program Format
This program will be implemented as a series of meetings and forums to inform various stakeholder groups of the licensure requirements.Target Audience
All stakeholders affected by licensure of school leaders.Self-Selection and/or Identification Through School Division
No (though an option may exist at a later date)/yes.Duration of Program
2005-2007.Outcomes Measured
Uniform understanding of the new licensure model for school leaders in all affected institutions of higher learning and in all Virginia school divisions.Program Evaluation
Program will be evaluated by outside sources to determine the extent to which objectives have been met.Contact Information
Dr. James Lanham
Director of Licensure
Virginia Department of Education
804-371-2471
james.lanham@doe.virginia .gov