Mission
Statement
The primary mission of the teacher education program at West Chester University is the preparation and continuing development of educational professionals in order to meet the needs of diverse student populations in the public schools and other education environments throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. We are committed to excellence in teacher education utilizing innovative curricular designs and fostering collaborative efforts in the schools and community. We are committed to preparing exemplary professionals to assume their roles and responsibilities as educators in a multicultural, global society; pursue personal and professional development opportunities; support the continuing improvement of our schools; assume leadership; and participate in the education community.