Mission:
To empower educators to lead inclusive classrooms where evidence-based practices intersect with rich content knowledge to prepare all students to succeed.
Vision
Our future teacher leaders will advance equity and inclusion in school and community settings by connecting people, pedagogy, and content knowledge through a self-sustaining cycle of professional growth.
Values
We value community connections, critical thinking, collaboration, scholarship, equity, and inclusivity.
Professional Competencies are woven throughout our courses and clinical experiences. In their coursework and professional interactions students are expected to:
- Demonstrate effective oral communication skills.
- Demonstrate effective written communication skills.
- Demonstrate professionalism.
- Demonstrate a positive and enthusiastic attitude.
- Demonstrate preparedness in teaching and learning.
- Exhibit an appreciation of and value for cultural and academic diversity.
- Collaborate effectively with stakeholders.