Exploring the possibilities Jul 26, 2008
While they welcome college workers to become teachers, they don t limit college hires to just those pursuing careers in education. "We don t exclude folks who follow different life paths," said Torcoletti. (Framingham TAB, MA)
SENIOR ON THE MOVE: DUNDALK May 30, 2008
McNeal was one of three Baltimore County graduating seniors to earn a 4,000 renewable scholarship from the Baltimore County Public Schools Scholarship Loan Program, which is designed to encourage and assist students in pursuing professional careers in education. After earning a teaching degree, the students are required to teach up to four years at a Baltimore County public school. (Dundalk Eagle, MD)
State Farm Companies Foundation Increases Support, Furthers Commitment to Hispanic Scholarship Fund May 6, 2008
First, this grant creates the HSF/State Farm Companies Foundation Scholarship Program, which awards scholarships to Latinos, in their junior and senior years enrolled in four-year institutions, pursuing careers in education. In addition to scholarships, State Farm's investment further expands HSF's capacity to engage and support Latino students seeking the education they need to become future professionals. (PR Newswire)
Five surprising salaries Apr 11, 2008
Careers in education, particularly those not at the college level, are notorious for being underpaid. Principals, however, earn significantly higher salaries than you might expect, sometimes as much as forty percent more than an elementary school teacher. (CNN -- US)
Career Academy expands course offerings Mar 5, 2008
The ability to analyze, manipulate, interpret and identify reliable information on the Internet will be taught as well as introductions to safety and health issues, legal and ethic issues, leadership, teamwork and research of various careers in education. Nye said five students had signed up for the class at MHS.. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Patricia Kettering Dunsmore Feb 28, 2008
in 1954, where they started their family and their careers in education. In 1963, the family moved to Sierra Vista, Ariz. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Judy Couey to head Starkville schools Jan 20, 2008
We could have interviewed numerous individuals with impressive credentials and long careers in education, just like Mrs. Couey. But in the end, after considering various names, this board realized the person we want to lead our district is already among us. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Jeff Theus named head of new early college program Jan 17, 2008
"The partnership between Pitt County Schools, Pitt Community College and East Carolina University will allow students to get two years of transferable college credit or an associate's degree while gaining knowledge about careers in education," he said. Any rising ninth-grader can apply to attend the school. (The Daily Reflector)
Museum continues Iran focus Jan 7, 2008
"Teach & Inspire," a program to recruit, certify and place new teachers in high-need school districts, is hosting two information sessions for people who are considering careers in education. The sessions start at 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Museum of Arts and Sciences, 352 S. Nova Road, Daytona Beach. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
No retirement for many boomers Dec 18, 2007
Others are going back to school to carve out second careers in education or nursing, fields in which benefits are assured and flexible hours may be available. Still others are opting for low-wage, part-time jobs in retail outlets, where the money may not be great, but the income flow is steady. (Florida Times-Union)
MCRTA members still active Nov 26, 2007
In 1985, the Maury County Retired Teachers Scholarship Endowment was established as part of the Columbia State Community College Foundation, which exists to raise money with which to grant scholarships to persons who are sophomores at CSCC and plan on careers in education in Maury County. MCRTA, organized in 1958, became chartered in 1962. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
North San Diego County Times School News Briefs: PUSD creates Fire Victims' Relief Fund Nov 21, 2007
SAN DIEGO -- High school students considering careers in education and their parents are invited to a School of Education Open House at the University of San Diego from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Nov. 27 in Mother Rosalie's Hall, Room 122B at USD. Participants will learn about undergraduate and graduate education programs at the university, meet with faculty and other staff members, and tour the school's new, state-of-the-art, 20,000-square-foot School of Leadership and Education Services building. To... (North County Times)
College receives a six-figure gift Oct 17, 2007
The Congers, who both had long careers in education in suburban Chicago, retired to Monmouth in the 1970s. Harold was an administrator in the Maywood school district, while Muriel taught first grade. (Monmouth Daily Review Atlas, IL)
Superintendent gets to the heart of the matter Oct 13, 2007
The program, which is led by veteran teacher Ele Manry, is specifically designed for junior and senior high school students seeking careers in education. Lewis shared with the students that it not only takes a capable teacher to educate a classroom, but one who is compassionate as well. (Pasadena Citizen, TX)
Celebration to raise awareness of, need for programs directed toward the blind Oct 9, 2007
The program has graduated more than 100 specialists in the field of blind rehabilitation who have successful contributing careers in education, administration, as well as local, state and federal government. . (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Community colleges take lead in retraining retirees Oct 3, 2007
Not only will they want and need to find work that provides income and benefits, but they also will want meaning and fulfillment, says Marc Freedman of Civic Ventures, a San Francisco-based think tank that has a similar program with 10 community colleges to prepare boomers for careers in education, health care and social services. Currently, many jobs for re-entry retirees focus on the retail sector, says Freedman, author of Prime Time: How Baby-Boomers Will Revolutionize Retirement and... (USA Today -- News)
Off to a good start - Boyceville’s new administrator impresses the locals Oct 2, 2007
As the years have unfolded, it has turned out that the three Buckel children and their mother, Julie, have also made careers in education. So the encouragement has been very natural, he remarked. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
SOE | School offers new major Sep 14, 2007
"A lot of students aren't aware of different careers in education," Shinn said. There are various career tracks with a strong education focus in which students would benefit from this new program, Shinn said. (Daily Orange, NY)
CPCC gets $25K grant Aug 23, 2007
The training program, offered by CPCC's career-services division, offers career-transition and second-career workshops as well as counseling, personal coaching and job mentoring for careers in education, health care and social services. The funds come from MetLife Foundation and San Francisco Civic Ventures, a think tank that brings together older adults so they can use their talents for improving society. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
More of this story Jul 24, 2007
"Each student will receive 1,000 in financial assistance to the college of their choice. All four are planning careers in education. They were selected based on grades, character and their desire to further their education."The senior year in high school is special and you remember it better than any other year," she said. "Despite the horrors of the tornado, we wanted this year to be really special for these young ladies. "The scholarship also honors Gov. Bob Riley and the Rev. Johnny Davis of... (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Tutoring camp gives Bridgeport students personal attention Jul 9, 2007
Others are planning careers in education. Before the program began, there was an orientation. (Newsday -- State)
New vision for EWC Jun 30, 2007
Graduates have gone on to successful careers in education, business and public service. Continued success to Williams as she seeks to revitalize this important source of higher education. (Florida Times-Union)
Hiers resigns as WES principal Jun 8, 2007
Hiers, who's been in the education field 27 years, joins ranks with music teacher Anita Barber and fifth grade teacher Cheryl Callaway, who are also leaving the school at the end of long careers in education. She and husband Johnny have two children at home, J. D. and Aliza. (Williston Pioneer, FL)
Retirement lures teachers from classrooms May 31, 2007
RAPID CITY -- As students start their summer vacations, many of their teachers are also bidding farewell to careers in education. Shari Blackhurst, a business and computer teacher at Rapid City Christian High School, watches Kathleen Wombold take a test. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Changing careers a good move May 29, 2007
With fewer college graduates heading for careers in education, South Dakota is exploring programs to attract people from other professions into teaching, according to state secretary of education Rick Melmer. The Rapid City School District and BHSU are collaborating on one such program called Project Select. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Retired school employees keep lamp of learning lit with scholarship Apr 30, 2007
All of those awarded hope to pursue careers in education. Kaitlyn Flint of Coldwater, Maricruz Cardenas of Bronson, Caitlyn Bracy of Quincy and Heidi Cole of Union City were the recipients during a luncheon last week in Coldwater. (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
Read more... Apr 26, 2007
Stranahan also participates in Broward Countys Urban Teacher Academy Program (UTAP), designed to prepare high school students for careers in education and to support them as they matriculate through postsecondary education with the goal of becoming urban school teachers in their own communities. Stranahans small learning communities also promote opportunities for students to be exposed to the world of work and careers with frequent internships at local businesses and hospitals. (PNN Online)
MBA students focus on education finances UCB, Feb. 26 Feb 27, 2007
"This year we hope to provide Oakland with some good ideas for how to make its schools stronger, and we'll get some talented MBAs excited about careers in education in the process.". Some seven California school districts, including four in Northern California, have been taken over by the state since 1991. (University of California Newswire, CA)
Program aims to spread ambition Jan 27, 2007
The new program aims to inspire Durham middle school students to take education into their own hands and to motivate high school and college students to pursue careers in education. Student U. has two main programs, both structured on a "students-teaching-students" model. (Herald Sun)
Longtime Beaufort County principal dies at 77 Nov 28, 2006
Shep s greatest legacy in education is the way he has encouraged other people to continue their careers in education, Carson said. Many people have followed his footsteps. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Programs prepare teachers, and fast Nov 28, 2006
Community colleges around the state, including Edison and Manatee Community College in Bradenton, are training nonteachers for careers in education at a record pace in new Educator Preparation Institutes. The training courses -- as brisk as eight weeks in some cases -- are meant to plug one of the nation's most urgent teacher shortages and boost the number of certified teachers. (Herald-Tribune)
Romance blossoms into marriage vows at Oak Crest Oct 19, 2006
Both Liz and Gene enjoyed careers in education. Gene taught at Champaign and Aurora high schools, then at Northern Illinois University in speech. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
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The first generation of Indians to graduate in large numbers with college degrees, a movement that began in the 1960s, concentrated largely on careers in education, followed by another generation that focused largely on the health field. Now more Indians are drawn to business and law, he believes. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Ellis is our choice to meet challenges ahead Oct 10, 2006
They are both honorable men, who have had distinguished careers in education and law enforcement. We believe Ellis is the better choice. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Attorney argues for leadership post Oct 7, 2006
All three of his siblings have careers in education, and he said their passion for the field has influenced him. With Temecula his home now, he said he wants to get involved. (North County Times)
School leaders: Humor a key Sep 29, 2006
The organization serves all levels of educators, as well as undergraduate and graduate students pursuing careers in education. For more information go to www. (Pensacola News Journal)
Heyworth school hires first assistant principal Sep 25, 2006
And while careers in education don't exactly run in his family, Roney has a brother who is a dean of students and a sister who helps hearing impaired students at the university level. User comments on this story. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Department celebrates 60th anniversary through alumni discussions with students Sep 15, 2006
Alumni from all over the world will be in attendance, representing careers in education and business, Kurdziel said. Seven people will be coming as a part of the Institute of Education at the University of Freiburg in Germany, as well as a Ph. (Daily Orange, NY)
Melton brought leadership Aug 11, 2006
Despite long careers in education and engineering, the race was his first political endeavor. "Frankly, I didn't think I would win," Melton said. (Clayton Tribune, GA)
Couples share careers in education Aug 10, 2006
Cynthiana Democrat: Harrison County's Online News Source. Newspaper Ads Online. (Cynthiana Democrat, KY)
School year's just around the corner Jul 25, 2006
"Our teachers have been attending professional development workshops as well as taking classes to enhance their careers in education," said Ollie. "We will prepare students to meet the challenges of the upcoming school year," said Ollie. (Greenwood Commonwealth, MS)
Want to go back? Jul 17, 2006
Even those who were academically or professionally inclined were limited to careers in education or nursing. Few women held leadership positions. (Cape Cod Times, MA)
New Heritage headmaster getting oriented Jun 23, 2006
With Gunn's daughter, Paige, training at Delta State University to be an administrator, and his wife, Betsy, taking on an administrative position at Heritage, careers in education run in the family. am a firm believer in hard work and I am a firm believer in discipline, but I also believe in having a good time, said Gunn, adding an education without fun is incomplete. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
DA clothing sale raises money for 2007 summer camp May 25, 2006
It also aims to inspire high school and college students to pursue careers in education. Christina and Lindsey are hoping to bring a Breakthrough Durham summer camp to the academy during the summer of 2007. (Herald Sun)
Teachers Teach With Troops' Help May 15, 2006
WINTER HAVEN -- Peggy Berner and Nancy Dobler have more in common than their careers in education -- both of the Elbert Elementary School teachers have children serving in Bagram, Afghanistan. They are using their personal connections to servicepeople to teach students lessons not found in their school textbooks. (The Ledger)
Daily Debriefing May 13, 2006
The Dartmouth Online. Friday, May 12, 2006. (The Dartmouth Online, NH)
Friends and survivors Apr 29, 2006
Saturday 29 April, 2006. Today the women have more dire similarities. (Conroe Courier, TX)
Charges fly in race for seat on board Apr 28, 2006
If re-seated, Scott hopes to push a teacher-training program to prepare high school juniors and seniors for careers in education. Contact reporter Sharlonda L. Waterhouse at 648-3085 or. (Post-Tribune)
Look for Love Mar 14, 2006
These teachers may be college students working towards careers in education, mothers who are working in exchange for daycare hours, or simply people who need a little extra cash. For the most part, these are the people who will be talking to, playing with and disciplining your child. (Suite101.com)
Early teacher education Feb 16, 2006
In West Virginia, the program is run through the Careers in Education Project, which is focused on finding teachers for the states public schools. - advertisement. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
State seeks more licensed preschool teachers Jan 27, 2006
We like to be assured that our children are being taken care of by high quality people, not somebody right off the street making minimum wage, said Richard Clendenin, a consultant with the West Virginia Careers in Education Project ... The Careers in Education Project also is designed to attract students who want to work as teachers in elementary, middle and high schools. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
