August 2011

TEACH/Here Celebrates New Cohort

August 2011

2011-2012 Residents Announced

On June 27th, 21 newly selected Residents gathered together for the first time to begin their Summer Institute. Over the course of this four day event, the Residents met their Clinical Instructors, learned about the UTRU teacher residency model, and began to understand the ins-and-outs of life as a TEACH/Here Resident. Christine Brennan of Urban Teacher Residency United (UTRU) was the featured presenter while representatives from all TEACH/Here partner organizations were also on hand to lead information sessions and answer questions. Summer Institute participants also heard special remarks from both Dan Challener, president of PEF, and Rick Smith, the new Hamilton County Superintendent.

In July, Residents began their Master's coursework. Armed with the knowledge gained in these classes, Residents joined their Clinical Instructors in their new school buildings late in the month, beginning the process of preparing for the school year. As school begins this month, the following new Residents will begin their classroom apprenticeships:

7th through 12th Grade STEM Program Knox County Residents
MaryBeth Eisenhauer (Halls High School)
Megan Ennis (Gresham Middle School)
Travis Hunt (Central High School)
Michael Lawson (Central High School)
Allison Reagan (Halls High School)
Nicholas Wilsey (Central High School)
Kaycee Winningham (Gresham Middle School)

7th through 12th Grade STEM Program Hamilton County Residents
Andrew Browning-Couch (Tyner Middle Academy)
Rachel Carr (Tyner Middle Academy)
Jesse Hillis (Tyner Middle Academy)
David "Chip" Johnson (Tyner Academy)
Maria Lopez (Tyner Academy)
James McNutt (Tyner Academy)
Cheryl Ziegler (Tyner Academy)

4th through 8th Grade Math Program Hamilton County Residents
Amy Ball (Bess T. Shepherd Elementary School)
Falando Boone (Orchard Knob Middle School)
Neal Hanley (Tyner Middle Academy)
Jamael Lett (Orchard Knob Middle School)
Rebecca Sanford (East Lake Academy)
Wade Stephens (East Lake Academy)
Megan Usry (Hardy Elementary School)

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When I first found out I was selected for TEACH/Here, I was asked if I would be willing to move to Chattanooga. I immediately responded that I would, and I do not regret that decision. This town is a great place to be, and I'm excited to share my enthusiasm with my students. I cannot wait to get into the classroom.

David "Chip" Johnson, Resident

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Induction Coordinator Joins TEACH/Here Team

Mark Neal has joined TEACH/Here as the program's new Induction Coordinator. Mark with provide coaching, supervision, and support for program graduates in their critical first years of teaching. He will also be designing and facilitating informative seminars for Clinical Instructors and working with TEACH/Here's university partners to align coursework with classroom apprenticeship experiences.

Mark graduated from the University of Tennessee Knoxville with a Bachelor's degree in ecology and environmental studies. After working for several years as a newspaper reporter, he returned to UTK to earn a Master's degree in Science Education in 2001. Mark moved to Chattanooga in 2008 after teaching for five years at North Windy Ridge School in Asheville, North Carolina. He comes to TEACH/Here form Normal Park Museum Magnet Upper School where he served as a 6th grade science teacher. Mark is a National Board Certified educator who brings a wealth of experience and energy to his new position.

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When my daughter is asked about her father's new job, she replies that I am now a "teacher of teachers." While put simply in the terms of a 4-year-old, her statement describes a role that is incredibly valuable and complex. I am honored to join the PEF team and am motivated by the challenge of forging a model for attracting and retaining our brightest minds as educators.

Mark Neal

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