Teachers may get more professional learning time

Fayette County is considering adjustments to its academic calendar to provide more professional learning time for teachers.

Terry Oatts, assistant superintendent of student achievement, presented revised 2016-18 schedules to the Board of Education Monday that include early-release and late-arrival days amounting to three full days of additional teacher development. Most of the sessions would be just before or after scheduled holidays. Oatts said a majority of principals, who consulted with their teachers, support the plan. Board members expressed concern about student attendance on half-days, and the schedule’s effect on working parents.