School Reform Models Supported by the National Institute on the Education of At-Risk Students. The program's mission is to enhance the success of elementary and middle schools in educating culturally diverse students by providing professional development for teachers. The teachers are divided into cohort groups of 15 each and may choose to enroll in either the summer, fall or winter session. After completion of the 40 hours, teachers meet in their cohort groups for additional professional development and support. Cultural immersion trips in ethnic communities.
Personal reflection exercises.
Visits to classrooms of effective teachers. Action research projects. On-going support group of colleagues. On-going Center support for instructional challenges and resources Staff development units. Stipend and professional development materials.