Jessup Elementary becomes a Professional Development School (PDS)

	Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Carol Parham designated Jessup Elementary as a PDS in May, 1995. Strong leadership, committed teachers and a diverse population are key factors in Jessup's selection to participate.
	Summer 1995: the staff at Jessup in collaboration with Towson University created a schoolwide vision statement.
	September 1995: there is a ribbon cutting ceremony opening Jessup Elementary PDS.
	Spring 1996: Towson University Juniors and Interns began experiences at Jessup Elementary. Multiculturalism.

  What is a Professional Development School?

A PDS is a site for training the next generation of educators in the collaborative, inquiry-based environment that is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of the school community. It creates a collaborative environment for the professional growth and inquiry for pre-service teachers, in-service teachers and higher education faculty. It has the focus of improving teaching and learning for all.

 

What are the benefits for being a Professional Develpoment School?

	For Jessup students: Additional assistance in classroom settings Opportunities for individual academic assistance Opportunities to visit the university setting Encouragement for attending college Career possibilities
	For Jessup and university staff: Ongoing professional development opportunities Local, state and national recognition Career advancement Continued course work related to current research and educational topics
	For TU interns: Collaborative planning at the school level On-site courses Exposure to a rich variety of teaching strategies Opportunity for employment
	For Parents and the community: Opportunities for jobs in the educational field Involvement of business partners Active participation as a part of a community of learners

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