The core values of our department center upon a dedication to educational excellence as a pivotal contributor to social progress. Indices of our notion of excellence include a view of schools as a crucible for an effective democracy, societal inclusivity, respect for differences in students, and an unflinching concentration on educational efficacy.

Our faculty is comprised of teachers, administrators, scholars, researchers, and program developers who possess wide and varied experience. The faculty, having won wide recognition and numerous educational awards and honors, are dedicated to preparing educators with the knowledge, skills and ethical commitment to improve society through powerful and effective schools.