Announcements
UTRGV Educator Preparation Program Earns CAEP Accreditation
We are proud to announce that the UTRGV Educator Preparation Program has earned CAEP accreditation by meeting rigorous national standards for educator preparation. CAEP promotes excellence in educator preparation through quality assurance and continuous improvement.
Online ESL Supplemental TExES 154 Certification Review Sessions
These three sessions will give an overview of the TExES ESL Supplemental (154). Each session will review DIFFERENT domains and competencies relevant to passing the TExES 154. Review information and sample test questions will be included. Share the review sessions flyer.
- Saturday, October 22 (Part 1)
- Saturday, November 12 (Part 2)
- Saturday, December 3 (Part 3)
You can choose to attend one or more of the above sessions. All sessions are scheduled from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM.
Review sessions are only for teacher candidates in the Bilingual Education or ESL program.
Online Bilingual Supplemental TExES 164 Certification Review Sessions
These three sessions will give an overview of the Bilingual Education Supplemental (164). Each session will review DIFFERENT domains and competencies relevant to passing the TExES 164. Review information and sample test questions will be included. Share the review sessions flyer.
- Saturday, October 15 (Part 1)
- Saturday, November 5 (Part 2)
- Saturday, December 3 (Part 3)
It is recommended that you attend all three sessions in order to maximize your content knowledge and practice. All sessions are scheduled from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Review sessions are only for teacher candidates in the Bilingual Education or ESL program.
Second Critical Conversations with Colleagues to Advance Culturally and Linguistically Sustaining Pedagogies
During our second conversation, two panelists, Dr. Angela Chapman and Dr. Christian Zúñiga will present on their perspectives and practice to advance culturally and linguistically sustaining pedagogies in teacher preparation. Dr. James Jupp will be the discussant and facilitate the conversation.
- Wednesday, November 30, 2022
- 4:30 pm-5:30 pm
2023-2024 Application for Charles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers
The Charles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers – one component of the Raising Texas Teachers initiative – is designed to encourage promising students to consider a future in the teaching profession. The scholarship consists of $8,000-$10,000 in annual funding for up to four years, as well as ongoing professional development opportunities, mentorship from public school educators, and participation in a statewide network of aspiring teachers. The scholarship is open to students who are working toward receiving their initial teaching certification. Find out more about the requirements.
The Charles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers 2023-2024 application period is now open.
- Deadline: Wednesday, February 15, 2023
How to Conduct Qualitative Data Analysis
Dr. Elena Venegas
Assistant Professor, Department of Bilingual and Literacy Studies
The presenter will share research-based strategies for qualitative data analysis. After attending this session, participants will become familiar with how to organize and analyze qualitative data.
- Wednesday, November 30, 2022
- 3:00 pm-4:00 pm