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Trinity University has been a partner with ISA since our inception. ISA is fortunate to have been chosen as a Professional Development School by Trinity University, which brings us many unique opportunities. These include teacher training on research-based instructional methods and school reform, student participation in seminars on a wide variety of topics, use of Trinity's facilities for ISA activities, and the participation of Trinity Teaching Interns who are studying to earn a Master of Arts in Teaching. These Interns begin working with a Mentor Teacher (or Teachers) before the year begins and are a regular part of the ISA faculty. They focus on different aspects of teaching in the fall while assuming some limited instructional responsibilities. This process leads to a full takeover, during which they assume the role of lead teacher for a significant segment of the spring semester (usually 6-9 weeks). They are supported by the Mentor Teacher and team teachers throughout, and come to form important relationships with the students. A significant portion of the ISA staff has been hired after the completion of this program, and we continue to believe that it is a superb way to prepare teachers.
