A. Each local school system shall have a comprehensive induction program for new principals. Such programs should be differentiated based on the needs of the principal and should include such components as:
- (1) A locally designed orientation program for all principals new to the principalship and/or local school system;
- (2) Ongoing support from a mentor; and
- (3) Appropriate levels of staffing to plan and coordinate all induction activities.
- B. All principals new to the position or to the local school system shall participate in induction activities in year one. Beyond year one, participation in induction activities will be a local decision.
- C. To the extent practicable given staffing and fiscal concerns, local school systems shall consider minimizing system-wide responsibilities in the new principal’s first year.
Authority: Education Article, §§2-205(b), (c), and (g) and 6-202(b), Annotated Code of Maryland
Effective date: April 1, 2013 (40:6 Md. R. 475)