BPS Staff who are looking to re-certify: Here is a helpful document from the MTA which helps with organization.

From the MTA: Massachusetts Educator Licensure – Quick Reference Guide 

BPS Meeting/Conference Requisition/Expense Claim Form:  

The Meeting/Conference Requisition/Expense Claim Form is used by educators for attendance at workshops, conferences, and out-of-district meetings. Educators should complete Part A of this form PRIOR to going to the event and obtain appropriate signatures- Part B. The Principal/Director shall write in the Budget Code to be charged and forward it to the Assistant Superintendent for approval signature. It is then returned to the sending school for processing of a purchase order and a copy is given to the staff member. After the educator goes to the meeting/conference, they are to complete Part C and back it up with attached receipts, etc. The educator signs it as the “Claimant” and then sends it over to Assistant Superintendent along with the conference report form signed by the principal. It will then be processed for reimbursement. 

Request For Conference/Workshop

Request For Conference/Workshop For CEU’s Approval & Reimbursement Costs

Choose one of the online options for submitting a request for course approval:

1. Droplet – Please use your MYBPS email address to log into Droplet. You will find the course request form in the FORMS tab. 
   
   
2. BPS Form – You may fill out the online BPS Form to submit your request. 

Course Request Workflow:

• Educator submits the course request form prior to the start of the course;
• Request form is sent to the building Principal for review;
• Request form is sent to Central Office for review and final approval;
• Submitter receives confirmation of approval and may begin the course.

Reimbursement Request Workflow:

• Submitter completes the course and uploads transcript and proof of payment into their Droplet portal;
• Document submission is sent to Central Office for review and approval;
• Submitter receives notification that reimbursement is sent for processing.

Travel Expense Reimbursement Claim Form/Non-Overnight:

Travel Expense Reimbursement Claim forms will not be processed with any errors or corrections.  Mileage must be documented with either Google Maps or Map Quest. The mileage rate changes each year on January 1 and expense reimbursement claim forms with an incorrect mileage rate will be returned for resubmission. A copy of the activity flyer and original receipts for parking, meals, or other expenses must be attached. Date, sign, and submit to the Assistant Superintendent.

Non Overnight Travel