LCSD - Notices

    Recruitment & Retention Strategies: French Immersion

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    Issue

    The recruitment of French Immersion teachers presents significant challenges for both Alberta school districts and Saskatchewan school divisions. As a result, school districts/divisions are increasingly developing a local professional development route to create a local cadre of prepared French Immersion teachers and vice-principals.

    Goal

    To support French Immersion teachers and administrators in earning a Master's degree at a recognized university.

    Concept

    Fund up to two teachers per year in the following manner:

    Structure

    Pay tuition up to $5000.00 per year to a maximum of $10,000.00 for tuition in a university recognized by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education with the following understandings:

    • The cost of tuition will be reimbursed for the successful completion of each class in a recognized Masters of Education program to a maximum of $5000 per year.

    • Return service does not include time for leaves.
    • This bursary requires a three-year commitment of return service from the teacher following the successful completion of the Master's program.

    Implications

    • The Board of Education's financial commitment will range from nil to $10,000.00 per year dependent on the number of applicant's selected for the bursary.
    • Teachers and administrators accepting this bursary may apply for an administrative position; but participation, though an distinct asset, forgoes an open employee selection process.