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Only out-of-pocket expenses are reimbursed
Summer 2024 will open September 2, 2024, and close at 4:30 pm September 16, 2024
New Scholarship for 2024-25 Academic Year
Redding Consortium Schools Scholarship
Beginning with the 2024-25 academic year, applicants will submit one application before the start of the academic year they wish to enroll in coursework. Applicants will include all coursework & course fees planned for the entire academic year. Awards will not exceed $10,000 per applicant. All applications will be reviewed by a scholarship committee and use a competitive review process.
- Applications will be available in the late spring/early summer for each upcoming academic year.
- Awards are estimated to be announced by the end of July each year.
Application open 5/15/24 and closes 6/15/24 @ 11:59 pm. Click on the link above for more information and the application.
Eligible Redding Consortium Schools
| District/Charter | Schools |
|---|---|
| Brandywine | Harlan School P.S. DuPont Middle School |
| Christina | (the) Bayard School Maurice Pritchett, Sr. Academy (formerly Bancroft)Pulaski Early Education Center Stubbs Early Education Center |
| Red Clay Consolidated | Shortlidge Academy Lewis Dual Language Elementary Joseph E. Johnson Elementary School Warner Elementary School |
| Charters | East Side Charter School Great Oaks Charter School Kuumba Academy Thomas Edison Charter School |
Busload of Books brings special delivery to a local elementary school
Kids at Baltz Elementary School in Elsmere were visited by the Busload of Books Wednesday
The parting of the curtain during a school assembly at Baltz Elementary School Wednesday drew shouts of joy from students, who were part of an ongoing mission to promote literacy equity.
Author Matthew Swanson and illustrator Robbi Behr of Maryland’s Eastern Shore spent last year traveling the country in their school bus / home. With grant backing and foundational support, they are continuing with their mission to get free books and “reading buddy” Build-a-Bears into the hands of students.
According to Swanson, in many of the Title 1 high-needs schools that they partner with, resources are limited.
“It’s really special to be part of it, and to be part of this community of joy,” Swanson said. “Baltz is a place full of incredible teachers, the librarian here is exceptional, so we feel really privileged to be here today.”
That librarian is Christina Personti, Baltz Elementary Library Media Specialist. She found out about the couple’s Busload of Books mission at, of all places, a bookstore.
Through keeping in contact, a visit was arranged and Wednesday was the big day.
“When they opened that curtain… the energy was just amazing,” Personti said.
Swanson and Behr continue their partnerships with First Book and the Build-a-Bear Foundation.
Red Clay Consolidated School District Superintendent Dorrell Green took in the excitement.
“This truly is a learning experience for the students here at Baltz that I’m sure the staff and students will look back and remember for a lifetime.”
ARTC Information Session
On Wednesday, January 31, 2024, the Alternative Routes to Teacher Certification (ARTC) program organized an engaging Information Session for district leaders and school administrators. The session covered a comprehensive overview of the ARTC program, specifically focusing on the Master’s Plus Certification Program Track in Exceptional Children and Youth (MPCP) program and School Library Media. Additionally, valuable insights into other CEETP programs, such as Teachers for Tomorrow, Teacher Residency, and Recruitment options for districts were shred with participants. Dr. Lauren Bailes, a distinguished guest speaker, delivered a thought-provoking presentation on teacher retention and recruitment strategies, which resonated deeply with the school leaders. The meeting saw representation from seven districts, two charter schools, and the Archdiocese of Delaware, making it a truly collaborative and enriching event.
Introducing ARTC Academic Advisor: Chantel Janiszewski
Dr. Janiszewski, a lifelong resident of western Sussex County, recently retired from the Delaware Department of Education where she directed the development, implementation, and evaluation of the statewide public school accountability system. Chantel has over 25 years of experience in K-12 public education as a high school science teacher, a professional development leader at the district, state and higher education levels, and as a district curriculum supervisor.
Chantel holds an Ed.D. in Educational Administration and Policy from the University of Delaware, a Master of Science degree in Biology Education from Delaware State University, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Salisbury University.
She has been coaching for UD ARTC since 2023 and will be transitioning into the part-time position of UD ARTC Academic Advisor starting Monday, February 12, 2024. She will be working Monday, Wednesday and Thursdays.
Please join us in welcoming Chantel!
ARTC Hours
ARTC at University of Delaware offices are working on a “hybrid” schedule.
During the summer we will not be in the office.
We can be contacted via phone or email Monday – Friday 8 am – 4:30 pm
ARTC Academic Advisor is a part-time position and she can be contacted Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Stay well.
ARTC Teacher Kudos
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ARTC offers an alternative to the traditional route to teacher certification in Delaware.
Schools are currently challenged to find enough certified teachers in various “critical need” subjects, including teachers of English language learners, math, science, technology education, business, family and consumer sciences, world language, and special education.
As schools strive to provide a relevant and challenging education for all their students, they rely more heavily on the specific skills of teachers who have gained expertise educating children with special needs.
Within two years, you can develop the skills to organize library collections, design instructional strategies that promote student achievement and foster a love of reading and independent learning.
Through this program, qualified undergraduate English and English Education majors can earn a B.A in English/English Education and an MA in Teaching English Language Learner in 5 years.