Educator Evaluation 2026-27

Per the revised law from September 2024, all administrators responsible for conducting evaluations and observations must complete the inter-rater reliability refresher course. Following this initial session, administrators must complete follow-up training every three years. Any new administrators hired after the original training date are also required to complete this training. Wayne RESA has coordinated with vendors and will serve as the host for these sessions, but individual districts are responsible for covering all training costs.

Please direct any questions regarding this requirement to Cindy Taraskiewicz at taraskc@resa.net.

Contact: Colin Ripmaster, MASSP

colin@massp.com

Training offered through MASSP.com

Inter-Rater Reliability Calibration Tune-up - $250 (1-day virtual)

August 20, 2026 Register Here

September 3, 2026 Register Here

5D + Inter Rater-Reliability Full Certification - $550 (3-day in person @ MASSP in Lansing)

August 11-13, 2026 Register Here

Contact: Alexis Connor

aconnor@thoughtfulclassroom.com

Thoughtful Classroom Core Framework Training – New Admin plus IRR training

For Evaluators who are NEW to The Thoughtful Classroom Framework or those who want a complete training experience plus inter rater-reliability

September 16, 18, 23, & 25, 2026| Four days, 8 AM- 10 AM ET ; VIRTUAL

$995 (Register by September 1, 2026)

$1195 (Register AFTER September 1, 2026)

Includes all materials. If you miss a session, it will be recorded and available upon request.

Register here

Thoughtful Classroom Refresher Framework Training – Refresher Rater-Reliability Only

For Evaluators who have already been trained in the Thoughtful Classroom Framework. Provides an overview of the Framework, as well as the inter-rater reliability training

September 15 & 17, 2026 | Two days, 8 AM - 10 AM ET; VIRTUAL

$550 – You already have materials

$700 – You need materials (Register by September 1, 2026)

$750 – You need materials (Register AFTER September 1, 2026)

Register here

Contact: Lorah Neville @ lneville@marzanoevaluationcenter.com

The Marzano Evaluation Model is based on a number of previous, related works that include: What Works in Schools (Marzano, 2003), Classroom Instruction that Works (Marzano, Pickering, & Pollock, 2001), Classroom Management that Works (Marzano, Pickering, & Marzano, 2003), Classroom Assessment and Grading that Work (Marzano, 2006), The Art and Science of Teaching (Marzano, 2007), Effective Supervision: Supporting the Art and Science of Teaching (Marzano, Frontier, & Livingston, 2011)

Inter-Rater Agreement Training Marzano - $169 - Virtual

Session Description:

This follow-up to the new observer training is facilitated by an MEC expert and focuses on deepening understanding and inter-rater agreement through practice and collaborative discussion around the Marzano tools. Print materials are included.

August 24, 2026, 9AM - 12 PM, Virtual
Register Here (Register by August 17, 2026)

New Administrator and IRR Training Marzano - $199

Self paced online courses available through the vendor.

An introduction to the Marzano Focused Teacher Evaluation Model and the state required IRR training.

See the link below for registration and details or contact Lorah Neville

Contact: Karyn Wright wright@danielsongroup.org

Danielson has two current frameworks: 2013 and 2022, please check which version your district is implementing.

Inter-rater Reliability Refresher - $388 - Virtual

• 2013 & 2022 Framework - 1 day - September 17, 2026 - Virtual, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
• Register Here

New Administrator & Inter-rater Reliability - $776

In-person; WCCC 21000 Northline, Taylor, MI 48180

• 2013 Framework - 2-day - September 22 & 23, 2026, WCCC Taylor, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
• 2022 Framework - 2-day - September 24 & 25, 2026, WCCC Taylor, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
• Register Here (Choose between 2013 and 2022)

Danielson 2022 Coaching & Mentoring Institute - $800

Designed for instructional leaders, coaches, administrators, and mentors

This interactive professional learning experience is for educators who want to strengthen coaching and mentoring practices using the Framework for Teaching (FFT) (2022). In this workshop, participants engage in hands-on learning that shifts observation and feedback from compliance and evaluation to growth, reflection, and improved student learning.

• In-person: WCCC 2100 Northline, Taylor, MI 48180
• October 27 and 28, 2026; 8:30am – 3:30pm
• Register Here

Online Self-paced Options through the Vendor:

• 2013 Rater-Reliability/Calibration Assessment
• 2022 Rater-Reliability/Calibration Assessment
• 2013 Rater-Reliability Full Certification
• 2022 Rater-Reliability Full Certification
• New Administrator 2013
• New Administrator 2022

The Redmer Model is a continuous growth and evaluation framework designed specifically for K-12 digital and hybrid educators. Built to meet the realities of modern digital teaching, it moves beyond one-time evaluation by connecting reflection, goal setting, professional learning, and feedback into a cohesive, long-term growth experience. The result is greater clarity for educators, strong coaching for leaders, and clearer signals of quality across digital learning environments.

Information

Framework Introduction

Contact Form

Contact: Carrie Platner

Cplatner@gomasa.org

Virtual sessions will be offered online through MASA

Full list of events: MASA Events

New Administrator Training and Refresher - Virtual $225

New Administrator Rater Reliability Refresher Training - Virtual - $150

Board Rater-Reliability Refresher Training - Virtual - $150

Contact Information:

Dr. Adam Drummond

adam.drummond@hmhco.com

260-388-9276

Michigan Multidimensional Leadership Performance Document

MDE 2024-25 Educator Evaluation Guidance

MDE 2024-25 FAQ

Who can provide training?

• The training shall be provided by an individual who has expertise in the evaluation tool or tools, which may include either a consultant on that evaluation tool or framework or an individual who has been trained to train others in the use of the evaluation tool or tools. A school district, intermediate school district, public school academy, or consortium consisting of 2 or more of these, may provide the training in the use of the evaluation tool or tools if the trainer has expertise in the evaluation tool or tools.

Who determines expertise?

• The school district, intermediate school district, or public-school academy has the authority to determine who has expertise in the evaluation tool or tools. Accordingly, it is in the district’s best interest to ensure training is being implemented by an individual with a significant level of experience and knowledge in order to meet the legislative expectation for “expertise” in the evaluation tool or tools.

What is included in the training?

• The law sets requirements for frequency of training and the components that must be included within the training. The law does not set requirements for the delivery format, length of time, or entity that will provide the training. Therefore, districts may choose to work with their evaluation tool vendor, local districts, or ISD/RESA to coordinate training.

What are the components that must be included in the training?

• A clear and consistent set of evaluation criteria that all evaluators can use when assessing teacher performance.
• Clear expectations for what evaluators should look for when assessing teacher performance, including identifying key behaviors and practices that are associated with effective teaching.
• Training on the evaluation process itself, including how to conduct classroom observations, collect data, and analyze results.
• Calibration exercises that help evaluators practice using the evaluation criteria and establish consistency in the evaluator's evaluations.
• Ongoing support for evaluators, including feedback and coaching to help the evaluators improve their skills and ensure they are consistently applying the evaluation criteria.

Does training have to be reported to MDE?

• Law does not require reporting of training; however, districts are encouraged to maintain documentation of compliance with requirements in law.

Can districts use observation or evaluation tools that are not on the state-approved list?

• Yes. Districts may use tools that are not on the state-approved list, provided the district publicly reports the tool’s research base on their districts’ transparency reporting site within their Postings & Assurances section, including the reliability, validity, and efficacy of the tool as required by law.

• For the purposes of required evaluation, “administrator” is defined as an individual holding a valid Michigan administrator’s certificate (unless exempted by MCL 380.1536) and who is employed (or contracted) and assigned by an ISD, LEA, or PSA to administer instructional programs. PA 173 further clarifies that only those administrators who are “regularly involved in instructional matters” need to receive annual year-end evaluations.

Cindy Taraskiewicz

Wayne RESA

taraskc@resa.net

734-334-1422