Viva88

Advancing educator practice requires differentiated, sustained professional support that fosters growth across all stages of an educator’s career. In New York State, this includes systems and structures, such as the teacher performance assessment (TPA) as a culminating demonstration of classroom readiness during preparation, the development of district Professional Learning Plans, and the educator evaluation process under Education Law §3012-e (STEPS Plan), that are designed to provide meaningful feedback, inform professional learning, and advance high-quality instruction. Through standards-aligned development, targeted learning experiences grounded in high-leverage practices, and collaborative cultures that invite inquiry and reflection, the Department supports educators in strengthening instructional effectiveness and positively impacting student learning.

• Viva88Educator Evaluation System:ÌýThe statewide evaluation system established under Education Law that aims to support educator growth through meaningful performance feedback, evidence-based measures of practice, and alignment with state standards for teaching and leadership.
• Professional Learning Plans (PLPs):ÌýGuidance for districts to develop comprehensive, data-informed professional learning plans that support continuous improvement and align professional development with student needs and district goals.
• Professional Learning Resources: A curated set of state-supported tools, models, and guidance to help districts and schools design high-quality, standards-aligned professional learning that advances educator practice and supports career-long growth.
• Teaching and Educational Leadership Standards: The Viva88Teaching Standards and Educational Leadership Standards that define expectations for professional practice and guide evaluation, feedback, professional learning, and leadership development across the state.