This master?s degree is designed for professional educators and K-12 certified school teachers who wish to further develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for growth in teaching effectiveness (Track 1), to seek Pennsylvania K-12 principal certification, or New Jersey principal or supervisory certificates (Track 2),?to seek National Board Certification (Track 3), or to seek an M. Ed. with a concentration in Advanced or Adapted Physical Education (Tracks 4 and 5).

The Department of Professional and Secondary Education is composed of faculty members who have had a wide range of experiences that enrich the program. Faculty members have served as elementary and secondary school teachers, supervisors, elementary and secondary school principals, and superintendents of schools.

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania will provide:

• Challenging and contemporary undergraduate and graduate curricula that engage and equip students to critically appraise and apply knowledge in their lives and chosen fields of study.
• A scholarly community that promotes diversity and views teaching as the university?s primary focus.
• Varied opportunities for student and faculty research, creative endeavors and involvement in public service.
• Leadership and service in the educational, cultural and economic development of the region. ?