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

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

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

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