Salisbury University (SU) has been preparing teachers since 1925 and has earned a stellar reputation in teacher preparation, especially through its work with PDS. In 2009, SU was honored with the NAPDS "Spirit of Partnership" award for its contributions to the annual national conference. SU and Worcester County Public Schools earned the NAPDS "Exemplary Professional Development School Achievement" award in 2011 for its exceptional buy-in by teachers and the strong linkage of intern involvement with student achievement. In 2015, SU received the NAPDS "Exemplary Professional Development School Achievement" award once again, this time for its partnership with Mardela Middle and High School in Wicomico County, Maryland. Specifically noted were the high productivity and morale of the partnership and the permeating spirit of reciprocal support and development.