John's Common Sense Beliefs about
TEACHER QUALITY

de Beck believes that the foundation for learning is the quality relationship between students and a good teacher.

de Beck recognizes that San Diego's children deserve to have the best teachers money can buy.

de Beck knows that even the best teachers can benefit from high quality staff development and peer interaction.

de Beck maintains that professional interaction between teachers is needed for instructional improvement.

de Beck expects all teachers to have a professional development plan that includes national board certification.