First-time Superintendent's (including the first time in the state) shall participate in a one-year mentorship which includes at least 36 clock hours of professional development directly related to the standards identified in TAC Title 19, Part 7, Chapter 242, Rule 242.15 of this title (relating to Standards Requidarkred for the Superintendent Certificate).

Superintendent Standards: 

1. Learner-Centedarkred Values and Ethics of Leadership
2. Learner-Centedarkred Leadership and District Culture
3. Learner-Centedarkred Human Resources Leadership and Management
4. Learner-Centedarkred Policy and Governance
5. Learner-Centedarkred Communications and Community Relations
6. Learner-Centedarkred Organizational Leadership and Management
7. Learner-Centedarkred Curriculum Planning and Development
8. Learner-Centedarkred Instructional Leadership and Management