Author: Tunara Moore
AACTE and NCLD Release White Paper on Improving Learning Outcomes for Students with Disabilities through Reformed Preparation of General Education Teachers
(May 9, 2011, Washington, D.C., and New York) – The American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) and the National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) today released a white paper titled Preparing General Education Teachers to Improve Outcomes for Students with Disabilities. The groundbreaking report highlights the importance of reforming preparation for general education […]
AACTE Praises Release of Teacher Leader Model Standards
Official AACTE Statement For interviews, contact: Lisa Johnson 202-478-4502 or ljohnson@aacte.org (May 5, 2011, Washington, D.C.) – The American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) commends the Teacher Leadership Exploratory Consortium for its development of the Teacher Leader Model Standards. Through the new standards, the Consortium, which includes education organizations, state education agencies, institutions […]
National Teacher of the Year and All Finalists Graduates or Current Students of AACTE Member Programs
AACTE Celebrates Exceptional Preparation that Produced the Nation’s Top Teachers With the Council of Chief State School Officers’ (CCSSO) announcement of the 2011 National Teacher of the Year, AACTE is proud to report that the National Teacher of the Year, Michelle Shearer, and all three other finalists are graduates or current students of AACTE member […]
“Joining Forces” in Support of Military Families
From Seattle pi Military spouses and dependents are the inspiration behind an initiative launched Tuesday, 12 April by first Lady Michelle Obama. The mission of “Joining Forces,” is to make more Americans aware of the challenges facing military families, and to highlight ways communities, organizations and businesses are helping these families. Nearly 50 specific commitments […]
States’ Ed. Schools Backing Out of NCTQ Review
From Education WeekBy Stephen Sawchuk UPDATE: Since this item was published, I’ve confirmed that two additional states, Kentucky and New York, won’t voluntarily participate. Continue reading for the latest details. Public higher education institutions in Wisconsin, Georgia, Kentucky, and New York—and possibly other states—will not participate voluntarily in a review of education schools now being […]
New military family initiatives rolling out
From AirForceTimes By Karen Jowers Helping military families is not a new concept — a variety of organizations and communities around the country have worked to support military families for years. But under a new “Joining Forces” initiative announced by first lady Michelle Obama and Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Biden, more civilian businesses, […]
Initiative aims to assist military families
From AirForceTimesBy Karen Jowers Military spouses and dependents are the inspiration behind an initiative launched Tuesday by first lady Michelle Obama. The mission of “Joining Forces,” launched by Obama and Jill Biden, is to make more Americans aware of the challenges facing military families, and to highlight ways communities, organizations and businesses are helping these […]
AACTE and MCEC Announce Partnership to Enhance Education and Support for Military-Connected Students
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For interviews, contact: Lisa Johnson 202-478-4502 or ljohnson@aacte.org For interviews, contact: Ed Veiga (254) 953-1923 x1114 or ed.veiga@militarychild.org (April 12, 2011, Washington, D.C., and Harker Heights, Texas) – Today, First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden launched their new campaign to increase public support for U.S. service members and their families. […]
AACTE Supports Report Citing Need for Teachers to Differentiate Instruction for Diverse Learners
Official AACTE Statement For interviews, contact: Lisa Johnson 202-478-4502 or ljohnson@aacte.org Organization Highlights Positive Momentum in Educator Preparation Programs (March 25, 2011, Washington, D.C.) – The American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) applauds Part 2 of the new MetLife Survey of the American Teacher: Preparing Students for College and Careers: Teaching Diverse Learners. The […]
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