Future Teachers Academy

The Future Teachers Academy is a major component of the Partner School Network at Columbus State University. It is designed to recruit the best and brightest to the teaching profession. At a time when teachers are in great demand, this experience provides prospective teachers an opportunity to be a part of a profession that shapes the future on a daily basis.

The students are registered for a high school course, Introduction to Education, that is taught from the syllabus of the Columbus State University course, The American Educational Experience. Students who complete the course with a minimum grade of "B" and are accepted into the College of Education, will receive credit for EDUF 2215- The American Educational Experience.

The Academy class began the 2000-2001 school year, and has proven to be the first step toward the teaching career of many of our professional educators. This experience provides countless opportunities for participants to experience first-hand the joy of making a difference in the lives of students. We invite you to explore this opportunity. If you would like more information on this program please contact Mr. Roger Hatcher, Partner School Network Coordinator, at 706-569-2888 or Ms. Margaret Ingersoll, Muscogee County School District, at 706-649-0531.

High schools in area school systems are encouraged to sponsor a Future Teachers Academy. This academy is designed to introduce prospective teachers to the teaching profession. Through school/university collaboration, as well as a myriad of activities and requirements, the Academy hopes to stimulate high quality students to enter the Teacher Education program in the College of Education and Health Professions at Columbus State University.

Currently, Future Teachers Academy classes are offered to the following schools:

Muscogee County
Carver High
Columbus High
Hardaway High
Kendrick High
Northside High
Shaw High
Spencer High

Phenix City
Central High

Harris County
Harris County High