Writer's Workshop training was also offered at one site. Many teachers received resources and support directly related to their professional development goals. Participate in individual mentoring Develop professional portfolios. An annual highlight of this partnership is a field trip to Towson University for students from both elementary schools. Interns help to plan and supervise this rewarding activity.
Interns also complete a service project in the schools.
One key project is support for each school's after school Homework Club. For more information, contact Nechie King , University PDS Coordinator or Helen Mercer , On-site PDS Liaison. This is a new partnership which began its collaboration in spring 2000 and which is serving its first interns from Towson's undergraduate elementary education program in fall 2000. This partnership has received both Goals 2000 and Title II grant funding through the Maryland State Department of Educaiton. More details will be forthcoming.