(100 points from Five categories is needed to meet HQT)

1. Prior experience in assigned area
       - 10 points per year with a 5 year maximum

2. Core Academic Coursework in Assigned Area

   	POINTS
   - Points based on units completed     - Liberal Studies Waiver Program     - Supplemental Authorization     - Advanced Degree     - National Board Certification (NBPTS)	30-50 50 50 60 60

3. Standards Aligned Professional Development (1997 or later)
       - Reading and Math Professional Development (AB466)
       - Reading Excellence Act Programs
       - Support for Secondary Schools Reading Programs
       - Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment Program
       - Participation in, but not yet certified in NBPTS
       - LEA approved Standard Aligned Professional Development
       20 hours = 5 points, 40 hours = 10 points

4. Service to the Profession in Assigned Area
       - Mentor - Department Chair
       - Curriculum Coach - BTSA Support Provider
       - Supervising Teacher - University Instructor
       - National/State Recognition as ³Outstanding Educator²
       1 year = 30 points

5. Direct Observation or Portfolio Assessment
       - Completion of Successful Observation = 20 points
       - Completion of Successful Portfolio Assessment = 100 points