Overview Background Several individuals recognized the need for a clear vision for educational leaders of the future. Learn more about how they reached this conclusion and the details of their vision.
Evaluation Read the preliminary interim report of the grant's success to date.
Activities Explore the activities that this grant has generated. The Independence School District serves as the fiscal agent for this grant and works cooperatively with MU to support both the development of the program for participating Educational Specialist students and the dissemination of knowledge gained from the program to practicing school leaders. Without the continued support of the District, this grant and the enhancement it brings to the Educational Specialist program would not be possible. The Independence School District and the University of Missouri College of Education have enjoyed a close, quality working relationship for many years. Currently the school district is a member of the MU Partnership for Educational Renewal, a consortium of 19 districts, the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, the Learning Exchange, and the MU Colleges of Education and Arts and Sciences, Through this and other endeavors, the two institutions have demonstrated the ability and willingness to collaborate positively toward significant educational goals.