As a parent of a District Five student, you have the right to know the professional qualifications of the teachers and instructional assistants who instruct your child.

Professional qualifications include:

• Licensing criteria for the grade level/subject areas in which the instruction is provided

• The baccalaureate degree major

• Graduate certification or degree held and the field of discipline of the certification

• The qualifications of teacher assistants, if applicable

Parents wishing to inquire about the qualifications of their child’s teacher or instructional assistant should submit a written request to the school principal. All inquiries will be limited to the qualifications listed above.