Professional Development at Flowing Wells

At Flowing Wells School District, we offer outstanding opportunities for teacher renewal and growth for both new and returning educators. We recognize the value of teachers with multiple skills, and our program is designed to support both instructional improvement and professional renewal. This model has been honored numerous times at the state and national level over the past two decades for its effectiveness. By offering differentiated staff development, we ensure that professional learning is tailored to a teacher’s level of expertise.

Teachers new to Flowing Wells participate in the New Teacher Induction Program, which is aligned with the Arizona Teaching Standards and provides structured support, mentorship, and growth opportunities.

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Meet the PD Staff

Our Commitment to Teacher Support & Growth

Techers at Flowing Wells participating in new teacher induction.

Seven-Day Induction Program

A comprehensive experience including classroom observations, hands-on activities, presentations, and discussions covering various aspects of teaching.

Flowing Wells teachers celebrating mentorship and support with a heart-shaped sign.

Mentorship & Coaching

Experienced educators provide one-on-one support, personalized instructional coaching, and feedback to help refine teaching practices.

New teachers on the Flowing Wells community bus tour, led by the superintendent.

Community Bus Tour

The bus tour conducted by the superintendent familiarizes new teachers with the culture and community of the district.

Teachers at Flowing Wells engaged in a professional development seminar, watching a presentation.

Monthly Support Seminars

Collaborative learning opportunities for continuous professional growth.

Two Flowing Wells teachers collaborating at a white board during a professional development session.

Staff Development Programs

Workshops and training tailored to teachers at all experience levels.

Educators in a mentorship session, collaborating in a modern learning space.

Full Teacher Training Support

Resources, tools, and assistance for ongoing success.

Teacher Voices: Growth & Support in Flowing Wells

Our commitment to teacher growth starts with strong induction, ongoing mentorship, and leadership development. Hear firsthand from educators about their experiences in our PD programs.

What Our Teachers Say

Angus Donaldson

Angus Donaldson | 2023 Outstanding First-Year Teacher

I feel immensely lucky to be part of a district with such well-planned and effective professional development.

The professional development at Flowing Wells sets a strong foundation from which every teacher can thrive and uphold the amazing culture in the Flowing Wells School District.

By making every professional development opportunity a collaborative experience, the FW PD team has also allowed me to create a teaching community across the entire district that will support me in a long and successful teaching career.

Jenny Campman

Jenny Campman | 2019 Outstanding New Choral Music Educator of the Year

The professional development provided by Flowing Wells has been so helpful in supporting my growth as a choir teacher.

The typical perception among many music teachers is that public school PD had little relevance for our subject area, but the PD in Flowing Wells is designed to reach every teacher where they are and grow their potential through universally effective pedagogical principles

Bridget Montoya

Bridget Montoya | National Board Certified Teacher

One unique thing about professional development and support in Flowing Wells is that it never stops, even after your first year.

As an instructional coach, I am privileged to work with 2nd and 3rd-year teachers to help them refine their craft while observing their classrooms.

But that's not all—I learn new things too from observing them!

I am grateful that Flowing Wells supports teacher growth well past the "new" stages of teaching.