GEARITY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL

Gearity Professional Development School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Cleveland Heights-University Heights City school district, located in University Hts, OH with about 360 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, Gearity Professional Development School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Gearity Professional Development School, located in University Heights, Ohio, serves as a PK-5 elementary school within the Cleveland Heights-University Heights City School District. The school is distinct for its focus on the "Professional Development School" (PDS) model, which emphasizes a collaborative partnership between the school and local universities. This model is designed to provide high-quality teacher training, integrate research-based instructional practices into the classroom, and foster a collaborative environment where experienced educators and teacher candidates work together to improve student achievement.

Beyond its academic partnership, Gearity is known for fostering a supportive and inclusive community culture that focuses on the "whole child." The school emphasizes social-emotional learning, small-group instruction, and an engaging curriculum tailored to meet the diverse needs of its student population. By blending rigorous academic standards with a focus on professional excellence and community engagement, Gearity aims to create an environment where both students and aspiring educators can thrive.

For more information, contact Gearity Professional Development School at (216) 371-6515 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.