Once classes start, the interns teach the class like a regular faculty member and attend required classes, meetings or seminars on campus. They are also encouraged to participate in as many school activities as their schedule permits. College Home Page Mentors work with ESU professors throughout the year to make sure interns are covering material they should cover in classes. The program offers students hands-on experience. Students who want to intern in the PDS program go to the Advising Center to fill out an application.
Mentors evaluate the candidates.
A student's grade point average and successful completion of the Pre-Professional Skills Tests are a factor. Candidates must meet all requirements or they may be replaced by other prospective students. She encourages any elementary education student who would like more information about the PDS program to go to the advising office in Visser Hall to get their name on a list or contact the office the first part of October.