Written Appeals Process   

An Induction candidate is expected to meet all requirements outlined in the signed letter of Commitment and the Induction Handbook. If the candidate has difficulty demonstrating growth in effective teaching practices, the Torrance Unified School District Teacher Induction Program will provide additional coaching cycles and mentoring support. In the event that the candidate continues to not demonstrate growth in the CSTPs, as outlined in the Letter of Commitment and Induction Handbook, and the candidate disagrees with this finding, the candidate may file a Letter of Appeal.

Written Appeal Procedure:

1. It is the responsibility of the candidate to inform the program of the specific concern as soon as possible. The candidate will meet with the program director/coordinator informally to discuss the situation and reach a resolution. 
2. If a resolution is not satisfactory, the candidate may formally submit a written Letter of Appeal to the Induction Director.
3. Upon receipt of the Letter of Appeal, the program director secures confidential information from both the candidate and the mentor.  Efforts will be made to maintain respect and dignity for all those involved and to collaboratively determine a solution to the presented issue(s). The candidate may present evidence and documentation that supports their growth in the CSTPs to satisfy Torrance Unified School District Teacher Induction Program requirements for a Clear Credential.
4. The program director shares the information with the district’s leadership team, and together they make the determination for a possible solution.

All appeals will be handled in a timely manner, and solutions will be documented in writing within 30 days of written submission.