D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 5, r. 5-E1215
It shall be the policy of the Board of Education to provide appropriate employee development and training opportunities to all employees of the Board.
The Superintendent shall maintain programs for the training and development of employees through planned courses, systems, or other instruction or education in fields that are or will be related to the performance of official duties for the Board of Education, in order to increase their knowledge, proficiency, ability, skill, and qualifications in the performance of these duties.
This system of training shall be created to ensure that the principles of efficiency, economy, and equitable treatment for all employees are carried out for the successful operation of the D.C. Public Schools.
The Superintendent or his or her designee may make arrangements and agreements with colleges, universities, educational institutions, appropriate institutions, or corporations for the purpose of this section.
D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 5, r. 5-E1215