What is the LPDC?

The Local Professional Development Committee (LPDC) was established following Ohio Senate Bill 230 (1996), which transferred responsibility for approving professional development for educator license renewal from the Ohio Department of Education to local school districts and educational agencies.

Today, the Green Local School District LPDC reviews and approves:

• Individual Professional Development Plans (IPDPs)
• Coursework
• Professional development activities
• License renewal requirements

Upon LPDC approval of an educator's IPDP and completion of professional development, the Ohio Department of Education issues professional (5-year) license renewals.

LPDC Responsibilities

The Green Local School District LPDC is responsible for:

• Reviewing and approving IPDPs
• Evaluating professional development activities
• Ensuring alignment with Ohio educator standards
• Maintaining records of approved professional development
• Supporting educator license renewal

The committee operates in accordance with Ohio law, district policy, and the LPDC bylaws.

[Current LPDC By-Laws]

Who Must Submit an IPDP?

All Green Local School District employees holding a five-year professional educator license must submit an Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP) during each licensure cycle.

Purpose of the IPDP

The IPDP helps educators:

• Identify professional growth goals
• Align learning activities with the Ohio educator standards
• Plan for license renewal requirements
• Support continuous professional improvement

IPDP Submission Requirements

Educators must submit an Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP) within 60 days of:

• Employment with Green Local Schools
• Receiving an initial five-year professional license
• Renewing a five-year professional license

A new IPDP is required for each five-year licensure cycle. Plans may be updated at any time by submitting revisions through the LPDC online system. 

Ensure that your IPDP is valid and approved. By law, professional development activities may be approved if and only if a valid, approved IPDP is on file with the LPDC.

Need help with creating your IPDP?

Refer to the How-To Guide for step-by-step instructions on completing and creating your IPDP.

Reasons an IPDP May Be Returned for Revision

The LPDC may request revisions if the plan:

• Is incomplete
• Does not align with the educator's current assignment
• Lacks connection to individual or district goals
• Contains unclear goals or outcomes
• Includes unrealistic activities or timelines
• Does not provide appropriate evaluation measures
• Does not align with applicable Ohio Educator Standards

To renew a five-year professional license, Ohio educators must earn 18 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) that align with their approved Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP) and applicable Ohio Educator Standards. Renewal credit may be delayed or denied if activities are not aligned with an approved IPDP. Because professional development activities may only be approved when a valid, approved IPDP is on file with the LPDC, educators should ensure their IPDP remains current. 

All professional development is converted and tracked in CEUs, in accordance with guidelines established by the Ohio Department of Education.

Ways to Earn CEUs

Educators may earn renewal credit through:

1. District-Provided Professional Development
2. Graduate Coursework from approved accredited colleges and universities
3. Contact Hours from local, regional, or state education agencies, conferences, and approved high-quality webinars

Approved Activities & Documentation

Educators should review the approved renewal credit options list and LPDC guidelines to ensure that a professional development activity qualifies for renewal credit. Appropriate documentation must be submitted to verify participation and completion of approved activities.

Pre-Approval for Non-Listed Activities

If an educator wishes to participate in a professional development activity that is not included on the approved activities list, the activity must be submitted to the LPDC for pre-approval before participation. Renewal credit for activities completed without prior approval may not be granted.

Ineligible Activities

Regular duties of an educator’s current position are not eligible for professional development activities. Examples of these ineligible activities include, but are not limited to, training focusing on bloodborne pathogens, transportation regulations, mandatory reporter guidelines, curriculum and assessment mapping, testing administrator guidelines and updates, etc.

Approved Professional Development Options

Scroll through the PD activity options below. If listed, activities can be submitted for final approval, accompanied by appropriate documentation of completion. If not listed, submit the PD activity for pre-approval prior to participating. 

Submit professional development activities for either Pre-Approval or Final Approval through the professional development system. To ensure renewal credit can be awarded, all submissions for the current school year must be completed by May 31.

Need help with the submission process?

Refer to the How-To Guide for step-by-step instructions on completing and submitting your request.

Pre-Approval

("Can I do this and receive credit?")

When submitting an activity, choose Pre-Approval if:

• The activity is not already listed as an approved renewal credit option.
• You want confirmation before completing it that it will count toward renewal credit.
• You do not yet have completion documentation because the activity has not been completed.

Final Approval 

("I completed this approved activity and am submitting proof for credit.")

When submitting an activity, choose Final Approval if:

• The activity is already an approved renewal credit option.
• You have completed the activity.
• You have the required documentation or proof of completion to submit.

Educators are responsible for maintaining a current Ohio teaching license. The Green Local School District LPDC is available to assist throughout the renewal process.

Educators with a professional license expiring on June 30 may begin the renewal process on November 1 of the preceding year.

Before You Renew

Confirm that you have:

✓ A current, approved IPDP on the LPDC website

✓ At least 18 approved CEUs recorded on the LPDC website (total CEUs earned can be found on your current IPDP plan)

✓ A valid background check (background checks are valid for five years)

How to Renew Your License

1. Log in to your OH|ID account.
2. Open Educator Licensure and Records (CORE / ODE.CORE)
3. In the "My Credentials" section, locate the license(s) you want to renew. Click on the "Action" button, and then select "Renew".
4. Follow the steps below and select the LPDC option for renewal.
5. Submit your renewal application using Green Local Schools IRN: 013989.
6. Complete the required online payment through the secure portal.
7. Verify that your background check is up to date before submitting your application.

Need a background check? The Stark County ESC provides background check services.

Helpful Resource: Refer to the ODE.CORE User Manual for detailed renewal instructions.

The LPDC, established through the negotiated agreement between the Green Local School District and the Green Education Association (GEA), includes at least one teacher representative from each school building and two administrators, with a teacher representative serving as chair. Committee members are available to assist educators with IPDP development, professional development approval, and licensure renewal questions.

• Richelle Stephens, Chairperson & GES Representative
• Lelania Perritt, GPS Representative
• TBD, GMS Representative
• Shawn Edwards, GHS Representative
• Carrie Marochino, Administrative Representative
• Andrew Snavely, Administrative Representative

Scheduled Meetings for 2026–2027

All meetings will be held at Green Elementary School at 3:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted.

• August 10 (CAB)
• September 21
• October 19
• November 16
• January 11
• February 8
• March 15
• April 19
• June 1 (9:00 a.m.)