STUDENT TEACHERS AND INTERNS

Recognizing its opportunity to contribute to the professional education of student teachers, the Board encourages the presence of such teachers in the Meriden Public Schools to assist the permanent certified staff.

The Superintendent is empowered to enter into agreement with colleges and universities for the purpose of utilizing student teachers and for the supervision of their activities.

The principals and supervisors in the schools, assisted by the teachers, shall closely supervise the activities of student teachers.

The Superintendent is empowered, subject to Board approval, to establish internships and to provide for the supervision of the activities of interns.

Approved 4/28/1981

Date Reviewed and No Changes Made:  November 17, 2015
Previous Policy Number: LE