Policy No.	5642
	Adoption Date:	July 11, 1984
	Reviewed:	August 19, 1998

PERSONNEL INTERNSHIPS

The board recognizes the need to provide training opportunities for prospective administrators. Internships for those who are in the process of acquiring administrative credentials shall be approved on an individual basis. Specific factors to be used in considering an individual for an internship position shall include but not be limited to: academic record, teaching ability, leadership qualities, communication skills and dedication to past and present assignments. Internships will be limited based on the financial resources of the district.

If recommended by the screening committee, the superintendent shall be responsible for: scheduling any necessary release time, arranging for constructive supervision of the internship experience and identifying a variety of experiences which will meet the needs of the intern.