PRAISE builds the capacity of teachers and leaders through purposeful, connected professional learning experiences that bridge research and classroom practice. Each activity within the project is designed to deepen instructional knowledge, strengthen collaboration, and support the continuous improvement of early learning instruction. From large-scale institutes to ongoing professional learning communities, PRAISE creates a dynamic network where educators learn with—and from—one another to enhance teaching quality and student readiness.

Each year begins with an immersive  Summer Institute  that brings together pre-kindergarten teachers, paraprofessionals, and school leaders to explore evidence-based instructional practices and early literacy development. Through hands-on sessions, shared reflection, and collaborative goal setting, participants build a common vision for supporting preschool English learners.

Throughout the school year, educators engage in  School Readiness Professional Learning Communities (SR-PLCs)  - structured cycles of inquiry that link professional learning to classroom practice. Teams analyze data, share instructional strategies, and reflect on implementation, all while strengthening collaboration across classrooms and schools.

The PRAISE VPK Learning Network connects educators, coaches, and leaders across SDOC schools, both virtually and in-person, through shared inquiry, data analysis, and instructional reflection.