The Rolla 31 School District will be participating in the Missouri Career Ladder Grant Program for the 2023-24 school year. 


The District R.I.S.E. / Career Ladder Plan outlines the plan structure, requirements, and processes.  Here is a link to the Career Ladder Calendar that is included in the handbook

All participating teachers should complete the R.I.S.E./Career Ladder Form and submit it to the appropriate building career ladder committee for approval by September 1, 2023.  You may use the following templates to track your time.

Stage I Log Template

Stage II Log Template

Stage III Log Template




FAQ's
1. What are the dates we are allowed to count toward our responsibilities.?  We applied for and received a waiver from DESE allowing hours between June 1, 2023 and May 31, 2024. 
2. When will I be paid for my completed program? Payments to staff that complete their programs will be made by June 30.  **NOTE: This is approximately 1 month later than past payments made under the R.I.S.E. program.
3. What if I need to reduce my planned stage because I'm not able to earn the hours required?  All career ladder plans should be reviewed in March to determine any necessary changes. Teachers are allowed to choose any stage for which they are qualified. 
4. Who do I speak to if I have questions about my planned hours and activities?  All questions about specific activities and hours should be directed to your building administrator.  If you have questions about the program structure, please contact Dr. Fulton.