Team Lesson Planning Small teams of PGST students research and plan interdisciplinary lessons, using current educational philosophy and technology, including library services and a variety of media and computer laboratories. Future Schools Teams of students develop model schools for the future, creating visionary documents which include an educational philosophy, mission statement, school goals, a description of the community being served and a profile of a graduate. Excellence, world view, needs for the 21st century and the means by which these goals will be addressed are all major considerations in this project. Tools of the Trade Students attend films, seminars and lectures on learning theory, learning styles, current educational reform, educational psychology, developmental theory, information processing, learning disabilities, social cognition, behaviorism, school reform and other educational topics. Students are expected to apply these studies in their teaching practice at the Governor's School.
Students also learn how to operate and apply current educational media and technology.
Leadership Working with faculty mentors, students refine leadership projects proposed in their applications and learn how to implement them in their local schools and communities. Professional Development PGST students attend workshops to enhance their communication skills. Furthermore, students write daily in reflective journals and learn how to use personal writing to facilitate dialogues and projects. Students are encouraged to incorporate their portfolios into their permanent academic record and to use them for college admissions. Faculty PGST offers a strong faculty comprised of master educators from across the state who provide models for teaching practice and mentorship for all activities.