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Evaluation

Evaluation Policy

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Evaluation Deadline of April 15

Kansas law requires a written evaluation for teachers by April 15. Kansas law also allows teachers the right to respond to their evaluations in writing. In writing a rebuttal or an addition to your evaluation, you may wish to consider some of these points.

  1. Identify when the conference took place and who was in attendance.
  2. Brevity is a virtue. Keep it short and to the point.
  3. Respond only to issues discussed in the evaluation.
  4. Make note of, and express appreciation for, any positive comments.
  5. Control your emotions as you state your side of the story.
  6. Request specific and measurable suggestions for improvement.
  7. Ask that a copy of your rebuttal or additions be attached to ALL copies of the evaluation.
  8. Ask that the rebuttal or addition, as well as the evaluation, be signed by the evaluator.
  9. You may obtain copies of your record file to ensure your response is included.
  10. Respond within two weeks of the date you received the evaluation.

One of the values of KNEA membership is assistance in the case of a poor evaluation. If you have any questions contact your building representatives or your SHEA president, Georann Whitman.

Notice of Non-renewal

May 1st according to Kansas law is the deadline for administrators to notify certified staff of non-renewal of contracts for next year. This notice must be in writing. Many teachers are offered the opportunity to resign, rather than be terminated before this date.

If an administrator comes to you and asks you to consider resigning before the BOE takes action to RIF (Reduction in Force) or terminate your contract what should you do?

  • First, ask the person why they are giving you this advice?
  • Second, listen carefully to the answer.
  • Third, take notes.
  • Fourth, do not respond.
  • Fifth, do not sign anything.
  • Sixth, contact your SHEA president or Crossroads UniServ Director.

There are many reasons to consider not resigning. Many times situations can be resolved without termination or resignation of the teacher.