The group's goal is to engage in a long-range reform focusing on student achievement with an emphasis on strong support of teaching and learning at the individual school and district levels. The collaborative consists of eight universities and 18 partnership schools in the St. Louis metropolitan area, all focused on school renewal and teacher preparation. The professional development school partnership between Wyman Elementary School and Saint Louis University's department of educational studies is part of the collaborative. Saint Louis University Hospital is in need of adult volunteers. The hospital is looking for people interested in helping others in similar circumstances.
Volunteers receive free parking and a meal during work shifts.
For more information, call Barb Jacober or Alicia Moser at 577-8030. Metheny also will discuss how to choose a suitable study population when developing a grant proposal.