College of William and Mary
Advanced Studies in School Leadership
A Concentrated Program Leading to an Ed.D. in Educational Policy, Planning and Leadership with an emphasis in General Educational Administration (preK-12)
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For applications and admissions information contact Patti Burleson at paburl@wm. edu, 757-221-2308.
For additional program information contact Dr. James Stronge, jhstro@wm.edu, 757-221-2339 or Dr. Michael DiPaola, mfdipa@wm.edu, 757-221-2344. |
Master's and Ph.D. degrees in Educational Leadership also available as well as emphases in Gifted Education Administration, Special Education Administration and Higher Education
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The TEACH Project
| The TEACH Project is a tuition assistance and professional development opportunity for individuals who have an interest in teaching students with disabilities.
You may qualify for TEACH Tuition Assistance if:
- You seek initial special education endorsements in LD, ED, and/or MR
- You are a special education teacher working with an emergency or provisional teaching certificate
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- You are a paraprofessional with a Bachelor's Degree
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To receive TEACH grant support, you must be accepted into the Curriculum and Instruction Master's Degree Program in Special Education for initial dual endorsements in Learning Disabilities (LD), Emotional Disabilities (ED), and/or Mental Retardation (MR).
For additional information about the TEACH Project, contact:
Dr. Sharon deFur, Co-Principal Investigator
(757) 221-2150
shdefu@wm.edu
Dr. Lori Korinek, Co-Principal Investigator
(757) 221-2335
lakori@wm.edu |
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The CME Project
The Collaborating Master Educators (CME) project is a personnel preparation grant for general educators that provides
tuition assistance, training for team development, and other professional development opportunities.
To qualify for CME assistance, you must: |
- Be an early career educator with endorsement in any area of general education
- Apply and be accepted into the Master's Degree program in Curriculum & Instruction with an emphasis in Special
Education (Resource Collaborating/Teacher program)
- Agree to work collaboratively with a team of colleagues at your school to develop an inclusive model of service for students with disabilities
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For additional information about CME, contact:
Dr. Lori Korinek, Coordinator
(757) 221-2335
lakori@wm.edu |
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Leadership Preparation for Collaborative
Service Delivery Project
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Doctoral Program of Study in Educational Policy, Planning and Leadership with
an Emphasis in Special Education Administration
Fellowships are available for full-time study leading to the PhD degree. This innovative program prepares general and special education leaders to use a unified-system framework to develop collaborative and inclusive environments that respond to the needs of all students, including students with disabilities The fellowship includes stipend, tuition and books.
For additional information contact:
Dr. Brenda T. Williams
btwil1@wm.edu
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Tuition Assistance
Tuition assistance of up to $400 per course for a maximum of three courses per year is available for special education teachers teaching school-age students ages 5 to 21 under contract with a school division for the 2001-2001 school year. Eligible teachers are those enrolled in graduate-level courses directly related to the area in which they are providing instruction. Courses may be taken for initial licensure, for renewal of a teaching license, or for professional development. The full text of the announcement can be found at:
http://www.pen.k12.va.us/VDOE/suptsmemos/2001/inf125a.pdf
Questions regarding eligibility for the tuition assistance may be directed to Dr. Patricia Burgess, Specialist for Special Education Human Resources Development, Division of Teacher Education and Licensure, at pburgess@mail.vak12ed.edu or 804-225-2096.
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Youth Leadership Forum
Virginia The YLF-VA program, operated by the Virginia Board for People with Disabilities, seeks to empower young people with disabilities to further develop their leadership skills. Students, serving as Delegates from communities throughout Virginia, participate in a wide range of activities and learning experiences during the four day Youth Leadership Forum.
Rising high school juniors and seniors from Virginia, who have a disability, are highly motivated, and have demonstrated leadership potential are eligible. Student Delegates are selected based on the results of a competitive statewide application and interview process. Applications are due early in the fall semester for the following summer.
The YLF curriculum includes training and development of individual career and life goals, leadership skills, social skills, and self-esteem. Delegates benefit from sharing the experiences of an energetic and socially enriched environment with other delegates, distinguished guests, mentors, and highly motivated volunteer staff. Delegates experience a collaborative, informative, and supportive learning environment set on a university campus. Four unforgettable days!
Virginia held its first Youth Leadership Forum in July 2000. The Virginia Board for People with Disabilities provides the YLF's core funding. Other funding sources include grants, corporate and community sponsorships, delegate scholarships, and fundraising events.
For more information about the program or to volunteer to work in a specific area, contact: Teri Barker, Project Director, at (804) 786-9381 or Antoinette Hodge, Project Assistant, at (804) 786-3441. Email addresses: barkertd@vbpd.state.va.us or hodgeal@vbpd.state.va.us. You can also find information at http://www.vaboard.org, Virginia Board for People with Disabilities.
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