Dr. Hougan explained that the Teacher Academy supports high school students considering a career in education, transfer students who wish to become teachers, and current CWU students pursuing teacher certification. The goals of the academy include diversifying the teaching profession by providing critical support to students on their teacher education pathways, expanding the teacher workforce, and easing the teacher shortage particularly in underserved areas. Currently, in Washington state, only 11.9 percent of teachers identify as teachers of color. Meanwhile, 46.6 percent of students in Washington schools come from racially diverse backgrounds. Recruiting Washington Teachers has four components: culturally responsive curriculum, practicum, equity and opportunity, and university partnerships. CWU’s Teacher Academy support includes scholarships, financial aid, on-site admissions, two College in the High School courses, teacher academy events, and community building through meetings every two month. The student ambassadors have opportunities for many connections. Mr. Navarro explained that he is a first-generation college student, and college was a “how” not an “if” question for him. The community-based learning and internships have been very impactful to him. Ms. Jaime added that she is also a first-generation college student and is at CWU because of her family. Opportunities to work on collaborative projects and learning to work and solve problems with a group has been a highlight. Dr. Hougan explained that the faculty connections in the Teacher Academy are key. They build relationships, experiences, and provide an asset mindset. This academic year, partner Teacher Academy schools grew to 29 with class enrollment at 498. The Teacher Academy also hosted visits from 387 students from 24 schools. Next steps for the academy include continuing to refine the support model, building capacity for faculty connections and high impact practices, improving data tracking systems, and sharing their story. The public portion of the Board meeting adjourned at 3:56 p.m. Vice Chair Hensler explained that the Board will move into executive session at 4:15 p.m. for 45 minutes and that no action will be taken following the executive session. The public portion of the meeting concluded for the day. Executive Session Briefing Chair Black convened the Executive Session at 4:00 p.m. and announced that the session was expected to last approximately 45 minutes. The meeting room was cleared, other than board members, Melissa Nelson/Assistant Attorney General, and designated executive leadership team members. The purpose of the executive session was to discuss pending litigation as allowed by RCW 42.30.110 (1)(i)(i). The executive session ended at 4:45 p.m., and no action was taken following the executive session.
Meeting adjourned at 4:45 p.m.
Trustees and President and Mrs. Wohlpart attended a social dinner at the University House from 6:00-8:00 p.m. No business was conducted.
8 Board of Trustees Minutes May 16-17, 2024
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