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At-A-Glance Resources for New District Superintendents

The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) and its Office of Educator Excellence (OEE) are here to support every district, school, educator, and student across the state. This "at-a-glance" series is designed to help new superintendents get to know us and our services and resources.

Resources for New District Superintendents

  • Certification and Permit Responsibilities

    District responsibilities for teacher certification and permit best practices.

  • Educator Evaluation Responsibilities

    Overview of districts' obligations for educator evaluation.

  • Preparation Pathways

    Flexible options for individuals seeking teacher and administrator certification.

  • Professional Learning Responsibilities

    How districts can ensure compliance with professional learning requirements.

  • Recognition Opportunities

    Celebrate the impact Michigan's amazing educators make every day.

  • State Aid Deduction Responsibilities

    Avoid financial deductions by following credentialing requirements.

  • Teacher Certification Structure

    An overview of recent changes to teacher certification in Michigan.

  • What to Expect from New Teachers

    How to help new teachers grow.