Education Department Philosophy

We believe that prospective teachers must recognize the interconnections between schools and society, including an awareness of the social inequalities perpetuated by schools; however, prospective teachers need to believe in their ability to promote social justice by reconstructing current educational practices, and they need to believe in the potential of schools to serve as sites for social transformation.

To this end, the purpose of the Education Department is to prepare teachers to enter P-12 schools, ready to serve as intellectually alive, socially responsible, ethically grounded educational leaders.  These teachers are culturally responsive educators who set rigorous standards for student learning; who believe in the potential of all students to achieve high standards for learning; and who are committed to equity.