Pekin Professional

Development School

The Professional Development School model is a university-public school partnership that combines teacher education and school reform to improve student learning.  The partnership with Illinois State University focuses on problem-based learning, technology-rich learning environments, and collaborative instructional strategies.  The many benefits of this program include:

• Comprehensive year-long internship
• Total immersion in the school culture
• On-site methods course work
• Recognition by prospective employers
• Quality mentor-intern team
• Preparation for the "real" teaching world