Teacher Induction

The Induction Program is a training program sponsored by the Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 Curriculum Department and is mandatory for obtaining a Level II Certification. This program provides a series of planned experiences, activities and studies designed to increase the beginning teacher’s knowledge and improve his or her teaching skills; thereby, helping to facilitate an orderly and successful passage for that teacher through his or her initial teaching period. Schuylkill IU 29 will provide the required training sessions and new teachers will work closely with their mentors to fulfill the remaining requirements of the district Induction Plan.

 Inductees must fulfill all the requirements for induction that include:

• Be knowledgeable about the process of transitioning from Instructional I to Instructional II certification.

• Complete all necessary paperwork. 

• Attend all scheduled training and meetings with mentor.

• Keep a journal or log detailing experiences during the induction process.

• Seek the aid of their supervisor should serious conflicts arise between the first-year teacher and the mentor.

• Utilize the expertise of the mentor on a regular basis.

Induction Program Information:

• 2 Training days in August - Day 1 is for Inductees, Day 2 is for both Inductees and Mentors

• 4 Extended sessions for Inductees - 1 per month September through December

• Frequent meetings with mentor to discuss professional responsibilities

Resource Documents:
Schuylkill IU 29 Induction Plan
Induction Program Record (District PreK-12)
Induction Program Record (Early Intervention/PreK Counts)
Sample - Mentor/Inductee Log
2026 Induction Program Registration Form

The dates are as follows:

• · August 4, 2026 – Year 2 Teachers Only – 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
• · August 12, 2026 – New Teacher Induction Year 1 (Inductee Only) – 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
• · August 13, 2026 – New Teacher Induction Year 1 (Inductee and Mentor) – 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• · September 8, 2026 – My Role in Special Education (Grades 7 – 12) 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• · September 10, 2026 - My Role in Special Education (K – 6) 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• · October 6, 2026 – Professional Ethics (K – 6) 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• · October 8, 2026 - Professional Ethics (Grades 7 – 12) 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• · November 10, 2026 – Diverse Learner Strategies (K-6) 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• · November 12, 2026 - Diverse Learner Strategies (Grades 7 – 12) 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• · December 1, 2026 – Technology Integration (K-6) – 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• · December 3, 2026 - Technology Integration (Grades 7 – 12) 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Induction Council Representatives:

Blue Mountain – Kristin Frederick

Gillingham Charter School – Karen Shanoskie

Child Development Inc. – Jennifer Knepshield

Minersville Area – Barb Conville

North Schuylkill – Kimberly Groody

Pine Grove Area – Stephanie Ziegmont

Pottsville Area – Jared Gerace

St. Clair Area – Jennifer Buletza

Schuylkill Haven Area – Matt Buletza

Shenandoah Valley – Kelly Savakinas

Schuylkill IU 29 – Rene' Evans

Maple Avenue Campus – Jacquie Wapinsky

Schuylkill Technology Center – Stacey Minahan

Tamaqua Area – Steve Toth & Tom McCabe

Tri-Valley – Paul Caputo

Williams Valley – Dr. David Hatfield

IU 29 Contact:
(570) 544-9131 extension 1276