| inspire.teach is a program that supports and encourages the choice of teaching as a profession. The program exists to increase the number of diverse professionals within Arizona's teaching force. It reflects a commitment among secondary, community college, and university partners to inspire students from under-represented groups to explore, pursue and excel in teaching careers.
The program target group is high school and community college students. Through a network of experiences and support services - field trips, workshops, counseling sessions, and internships - students have the opportunity to explore and evaluate the benefits and challenges of the teaching profession. The program helps clarify the teaching career choice, identifies financial resources for a college education and provides professional and peer support. Under-represented economically disadvantaged, and first generation college students are especially encouraged to participate.
Each institution has identified a program liaison to coordinate activities and serve as the program contact During the spring semester, students must apply to be admitted to the program. Participants must submit an application, a letter of recommendation, and a written essay. Admitted program participants are then eligible for mentoring opportunities, selected tuition free education courses; targeted inspire.teach scholarships; and guaranteed admission to the College of Education at ASU West. The Avondale/Goodyear Hispanic Forum and the Dougherty Foundation support inspire.teach and continue to encourage further participation. |
