The Pekin Professional Development School is a partnership between Illinois State University and Pekin District 108. It combines teachers education and school reform to improve student learning.

Pekin 108's partnership with Illinois State University focuses upon:

• Problem-based learning
• Technology-rich learning environments
• Collaborative instructional strategies

Benefits of PDS

• Comprehensive year long internship
• Total immersion in the school culture
• Intensive and extensive clinical experience
• Quality Mentor-Intern team
• Preparation for the "real" teaching world