Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) has established three pilot sites aimed at transforming elementary instruction so that all students are supported in their learning as well as in their social and civic development.
The pilot program includes Coral Ridge Elementary, Engelhard Elementary, and Wheatley Elementary. The program seeks to create schools where all students receive the individual attention necessary to improve academic performance in more personalized, caring learning environments that enhance the sense of connection to their learning, their school community, and the world around them.
In addition, the program seeks to create a learning community where each staff member is supported within a culture of professional growth that nurtures collegial reflection, dialogue, collaboration, and team building to enhance practice for student success and where each family member serves as a welcome partner in supporting student learning.
Elements of the pilot program include reduced class sizes, a nurse in each school to address health, wellness, and attendance, and a full time instructional coach to support teacher professional development. The CEHD supports the program by serving on the Elementary Redesign Leadership Team, by providing a liaison to each school, and by placing our candidates in the schools during field placements and student teaching placements.
