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The Documentation That Holds Up: Building a Teacher-Evaluation Record That Survives a Challenge

The Documentation That Holds Up: Building a Teacher-Evaluation Record That Survives a Challengeby: Anthony D. Neely, Ph.D.Published on: 25/08/2026

What makes a teacher-evaluation record survive a grievance, non-renewal, or due-process hearing: factual documentation, a real improvement plan, notice and time to improve, plus templates and checklists.

The Documentation That Holds Up: Building a Teacher-Evaluation Record That Survives a Challenge

When a Teacher Disagrees With Their Evaluation: How to Handle It Well

When a Teacher Disagrees With Their Evaluation: How to Handle It Wellby: Anthony D. Neely, Ph.D.Published on: 17/08/2026

A teacher pushing back on their rating is normal. How to handle evaluation disagreements: prevent disputes, run the conversation, and know when to change a rating.

When a Teacher Disagrees With Their Evaluation: How to Handle It Well

Are AI Teacher Evaluations Defensible?

Are AI Teacher Evaluations Defensible?by: Anthony D. Neely, Ph.D.Published on: 29/05/2026

Whether an AI-assisted teacher evaluation holds up depends on the process, not the AI itself. The four properties that make any evaluation defensible, where AI helps, where it adds risk, and what to ask before it reaches a personnel file.

Are AI Teacher Evaluations Defensible?