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| Future Educators Association |
| Host Institution: |
Montclair State University |
| Barice Williamson, Director, Teacher Education Advocacy Center |
| 1 Normal Ave, University Hall 1172 |
| Telephone: (973) 655-7696 |
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joint venture with local public schools, Montclair State's Future Educators
Association Chapter works with Montclair State University Network for Educational
Renewal school districts to identify and encourage academically promising
students to consider a career in education. The program promotes achievement
by supporting high standards, positive self-image, and leadership at school
and in the community. MSU/FEA is affiliated with the national Future Educators
Association organization, c/o Phi Delta Kappa International (see http://www.futureeducators.org).
Montclair State sponsors annual on-campus events for middle and high school
students and their teachers and helps students gain a realistic understanding
of the nature of education and the role of the teacher. Beginning in grade
six, future educators participate in a variety of assisting activities with
teacher mentors in their classrooms. MSU's Future Educators Association chapter
strives to interest students in the field of education early in their school
experience and places a strong emphasis on the recruitment of students from
diverse ethnic, racial, social and economic backgrounds. |
| Students are targeted and selected |
| Dropout or at-risk students |
| First generation to attend college |
| Others Served: 100 (overall) |
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