A preschool program that is part of Peoria Unified's Early Childhood Education Lab received first-place in the collaboration category for the Arizona School Boards Association Golden Bell Promise Program.
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Preschool program earns first place award
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A preschool program that is part of Peoria Unified's Early Childhood Education Lab received first-place in the collaboration category for the Arizona School Boards Association Golden Bell Promise Program.
The program is a partnership with Glendale Community College, unique in that it has a certified or special education lead teacher supported by instructional assistants.
The preschool team was recognized at the 64th Annual Arizona School Boards Association – Arizona School Administrator Annual Conference, Dec. 16, 2021.
The Golden Bell Awards recognize school initiatives that have demonstrated outstanding student growth and success. To win, the program needs to be student-oriented, demonstrate leadership and a commitment to educational equity with excellent outcomes for all students.
“We could not be more pleased of the incredible opportunity to highlight this collaboration that we know has a lasting impact on a child’s early educational career,” PUSD Superintendent Jason Reynolds said. “It is strong partnerships, like the one we have with Glendale Community College, that allow us to contribute to the vibrant quality of life in Glendale and Peoria and impact our future generation.”
In the GCC program, there is one certified lead teacher with a Master’s in Teacher Leadership and instructional assistants who take the lead in the classrooms. This allows individuals working toward a degree in early childhood education to develop and implement the skills they are learning in the college classroom.
The college provides the physical space for the program, and the district provides the services. Peoria Unified’s Food and Nutrition Department prepares and delivers meals and snacks for the students at no charge to the program and the college provides custodial and maintenance services. This collaboration began with two organizations entering into an intergovernmental agreement.
