LPS ElevatED
Lincoln Public Schools Tenure: Getting Better on Purpose
Requirements
- Probationary certificated employees must complete the following District requirements for permanent status (tenure) by December 31st of the third probationary year.
- Three years of consecutive services at .8 FTE or more on continuing contract. For service at .50 to .79, contact Human Resources for the service requirement. Employment which is less than .50 is not counted toward consecutive service.
Guidelines
- Attendance
- Regular attendance is expected. There may be extenuating circumstances that require an absence. Please work with your instructors in the event that you would need to miss a class session.
- It is at the discretion of your instructor to excuse you from a class session. Please communicate with your instructor first, and contact Amy Clark if needed (aclark@lps.org and cc: your instructor). You will be expected to complete any missed assignments.
- Regular attendance is expected. There may be extenuating circumstances that require an absence. Please work with your instructors in the event that you would need to miss a class session.
- Salary Advancement Credit
- In order to receive salary advancement credit, the payment for the course ($40 per credit hour) must be received no later than the last scheduled day of the class. No retroactive credit will be approved. Once payment is received, no refunds will be issued.
LPS ElevatED One Stop Shop
LPS ElevatED is a professional learning program designed to support newly certificated staff during their initial years with Lincoln Public Schools. The LPS ElevatED Site functions as a central hub for all professional learning resources related to attaining permanent status. It offers session details, necessary materials, key support contacts and additional resources in a single, accessible location.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When should I begin tenure requirement courses?
A: As soon as possible.
Q: How frequently are tenure requirement courses offered?
A: Tenure requirement courses are offered yearly – one class per year. There are limited or no summer offerings depending on your assignment. It is important to register for the correct class year each year. Visit the course catalog on the Professional Development website to register or seek details.
Q: Is it possible to earn salary advancement credit through completion of tenure requirement courses?
A: LPS salary advancement credit may be earned through the tenure requirement courses. Successful completion of the required tenure courses and payment of tuition for each credit hour will result in credit toward salary advancement. Payment for credit must be received no later than the last day of the scheduled course. No refunds will be given once payment is received. No retroactive credit will be approved.
Still have questions? Please contact your instructor or Amy Clark at aclark@lps.org.
