Welcome to the 2025–26 school year! We are so excited to kick things off with you—our incredible educators, leaders, and mentors. This year’s Induction Program theme is “Let’s Have a Poppin’ School Year” because each of you brings the spark, creativity, and dedication that make our schools burst with energy and joy.
As you settle into your classrooms, routines, and roles, please remember that you are not alone. The Professional Learning team is here to support, encourage, and celebrate you every step of the way. Together, we’ll make this year pop with fresh ideas, strong connections, and countless moments of growth and success.
Key Reminders & Resources:
- Download the September edition of the Induction Inquirer.
- New GREA Hires: Complete 18 hours of orientation within one year of your hire date.
- Register for courses in KALPA (pd.grps.org) using the District ID #41010 and your GRPS credentials.
- If you did not attend the August 6–7 Orientation, please register for the Late Hire Orientation on Tuesday, September 9.
- Administrators: Please complete the Supervisor Orientation (Course ID: 1262069) with new hires and validate attendance. Assign mentors within 10 days of a new hire’s start date at mentors.grps.org.
- Mentors: Log all meetings at mentors.grps.org. Keep interactions grounded in the Danielson Framework for Teaching.
- Induction Resources: Visit induction.grps.org for updates, tools, and professional learning opportunities.
- Professional Learning: Please see some of the PL options available this September in KALPA—there are excellent sessions to support your growth and success.
Interested in Becoming a Certified Mentor?
If you’ve completed all 100- and 200-level mentor courses, you are just one step away from certification! Enroll in the Action Research Project this semester and join the ranks of Certified Mentors. The first class begins September 23. Contact Patrice Pierre at pierrep@grps.org for more details.
Thank you for all that you do to make GRPS a vibrant learning community. We’re looking forward to a successful, meaningful, and yes—poppin’ year together!
