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Fayette County Public Schools Office of Human Resources Educator Development Elementary Education Program Memorandum of Understanding

The Fayette County Public Schools (FCPS)-Kentucky State University (KSU) Elementary Education Program (EEP)...

• Is designed to prepare leaders to respond effectively to the unique opportunities in urban and rural elementary school settings
• Requires a curriculum contract and commitment for completion for candidates
• Results in an Elementary Education Bachelors (BA.) degree
• Results in a certificate in STEM or IECE w/ a Special Education background
• Includes $5000 scholarship for selected participants (Includes Tuition, Fees and Books)
• Develops a “grow your own” workforce with job-embedded support
• Impacts student learning in Fayette County Public Schools
• Provides additional strategies for participants to implement immediately

This Memorandum of Understanding outlines the roles and responsibilities of participants, Fayette County Public Schools, and Kentucky State University.

Elementary Education Program participants shall:

• Apply to Kentucky State University Undergraduate School
• Enroll in courses defined in the curriculum contract
• Complete all synchronous and asynchronous coursework as outlined in the defined curriculum contract
• Understand coursework requires reading from texts, writing, class discussion, and completion of course activities
• Actively engage in on-going job-embedded support
• Immediately apply developing knowledge and skills in the classroom, school, and/or district setting to improve student learning
• Participate in local Community Service Opportunities
• Defend level 1 portfolio
• Schedule, pay for, take, and pass the Praxis II Content Exam for approval by Kentucky's Educational Professional Standards Board to receive certification. While funding is available, the student should apply to the KAET (Kentucky Academy for Equity and Teaching) project. The student will receive individualized support to develop a study plan and strategies for success on admission assessments and reimbursement for assessment-related expenses, as well as guidance throughout their educator preparation program.
• Maintain employment in Fayette County Public Schools for a minimum of three years following completion
• Assume responsibility for full payment of the cost of tuition and fees if the participant fails to complete coursework at any time
• Assume responsibility for full payment of the cost of tuition and fees if the participant fails to meet the responsibilities outlined in this Memorandum of Understanding
• Assume responsibility for full payment of the cost of tuition and fees if the participant leaves employment with Fayette County Public Schools within three years following completion of the certification program

Fayette County Public Schools shall:

• Provide the employee with a $5000 scholarship
• Manage the partnership with the Kentucky State University
• Communicate in advance application requirements
• Provide on-going job-embedded support to participants

The Kentucky State University Elementary Education Program shall:

• Provide undergraduate level instruction for courses that may include: I understand and agree to the expectations set forth for participation in the Fayette County Public Schools' - Kentucky State University-Elementary Education Program
• The university will provide Praxis support in all demonstration courses

Office of Human Resources

August 2022

B.A. in Elementary Education (P-5)

Option 9

Courses Replaced by Fall Residency

STEM Courses (Electives) IECE- Early Childhood Ed. (Electives)

IECE- Early Childhood Ed. (Electives)

CDF 206 PHY 207-Physics I

EDU 311- Legal & Parental Issues

ENG 285 CHE 101-Chemistry I

ENG 260

BIO 111- Gen. Biology EDU 316- Early Child Education Handicapped

EDU 316- Early Child Education Handicapped

EDU 318- Spec. Educ. Practicuum I

FNU 203

COS 108-Princ. of Comp. Science EDU 404-Des. Curr. Lrn. for Young Child w/ Dis.

Office of Human Resources

August 2022

Option 9- Curriculum Mapping

Introduction Demonstration Mastery

EDU 101 KSU 118 EDU 303 EDU 454

EDU 102 KSU 186 EDU 320

EDU 202 EDU 405

EDU 203 EDU 423

EDU 302 EDU 430

EDU 304 EDU 407

EDU 310

MUS 130

MUS 323

ENG 101

ENG 102

COM 103

MAT 115

PSY 200

HIS 201

POS 101

PHS 202

MAT 203

MAT 204

BIO 107

(Electives) Certificates

PHY 207 STEM

CHE101

BIO 111

COS 108

EDU 311 IECE

EDU 316

EDU 318

EDU 404

Office of Human Resources

August 2022

10 Essential Skill Mapping Worksheet FOUNDATIONS & CORE COURSES HIGH IMPACT REPEATED CORE COURSE

STUD. TCH ELEMENTARY ED. CORE ASS IECE CORE PRACT

Academic Program Name: SEHDCS FOUNDATIONS (ALL PROGRAMS EXCEPT NT & MASPE STUD. TCH ELEMENTARY ED. CORE ASS IECE CORE PRACT

• 10 Essential Skills EDU 202 EDU 203 EDU 302 EDU 304 EDU 310 EDU 454 EDU 320 EDU 405 EDU 407 EDU 423 EDU 430 EDU 303 EDU 311 EDU 316 EDU 318 EDU 404
• Communicate effectively. Graduates will develop their ability to communicate effectively by listening, weighing influencing factors, and responding accurately and professionally. They will learn to express their thoughts coherently in writing, orally, and in formal presentations. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
• Think critically in order to solve problems and create new ideas and solutions. Graduates will develop their ability to think critically by evaluating assumptions and assessing information to make informed conclusions. They will also learn to think creatively by combining ideas in original ways or developing new ways of addressing issues. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
• Apply quantitative reasoning skills to analyze and solve numerical problems. Graduates will hone their ability to provide solutions guided by data and choosing the best methodologies for arriving at informed conclusions. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
• Interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. Graduates will reflect on their own cultural identities, appreciate cultural and intellectual differences, and effectively interact with people from diverse backgrounds. They will have multiple opportunities to collaborate, communicate and work respectfully with people with different perspectives, ideas and cultural beliefs. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
• Adapt to changing circumstances while leading and supporting others. Graduates will have learned how to accept change and find effective ways to work and thrive in different settings. They will learn to motivate others in the pursuit of a common goal and to coach others in the pursuit of this goal. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
• Perform professionally within their chosen field of study or occupation. Graduates will have learned the importance of adhering to the code of ethics in their chosen profession and acting with honesty and fairness. They will have many opportunities to prioritize their tasks, manage their time, take initiative, and demonstrate accountability and reliability. X X
• Engage in civic life to improve society. Graduate will, throughout their college careers, learn from opportunities to engage in political, social and other activities to address issues that benefit society. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
• Collaborate and work in teams. Graduates will have had numerous opportunities to collaborate with colleagues, become effective team members, and manage conflict. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
• Apply academic knowledge, skills, and abilities to their chosen career. Graduates will be able to articulate and apply the theoretical content of their academic preparation with relevant knowledge and abilities essential to their chosen career. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
• Use information for decision making. Graduates will be able to identify, evaluate, and responsibly use information needed for decision making. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

Cost Breakdown and Justification

A. Tuition and Fee Schedule (Per Semester):

The proposed $5,000 scholarship for each selected participant will cover full-time online enrollment in Kentucky State University’s Elementary Education Program. Full-time online enrollment tuition and fee schedule is as follows:

Office of Human Resources

August 2022

Mandatory Fees:

Item:

Year 1 – 3

• Each Fall Semester = $4,790.60
• Each Spring Semester = $4,602.00
• Each Summer Semester = $4,602.00

Cost:

$13,994.60 or $15,000 per year per student also equal to $5,000 per semester scholarship per student enrolled into the B.A. in Elementary Education Program.

Office of Human Resources

August 2022