UM SOE Viewbook

From the Dean Dear Friends, At the Ole Miss School of Education, we’re committed to shaping educational leaders—teachers, administrators and counselors who see the potential in their students, schools and communities. But we also challenge our graduates to take their passion one step beyond their peers and find new ways to impact learning. We continue to raise the bar and strive for excellence both inside and outside the classroom. Now more than ever, our alumni, faculty and students lead our state in service, research and in the development of quality programs in the classroom and beyond.

Our motto: Imagine Innovate Inspire We IMAGINE better outcomes in education.

That’s why the staff at our Center for Excellence in Literacy Instruction travels to high-needs schools in North Mississippi to help teachers improve the quality of their instruction and help K-3 children read their first books. It’s the reason our Mississippi Teacher Corps has trained high-ability college graduates from around the country to enter our state’s most challenging schools for more than 23 years.

We INNOVATE new classrooms.

Our online programs are constantly improving and growing. Today, we connect with working professionals who pursue online master’s degrees in elementary, literacy and higher education. And, our Child Advocacy and Play Therapy Institute now offers a one-of-a-kind online specialist degree in play therapy for working mental health professionals.

We INSPIRE our students.

Our graduates succeed where others cannot. It’s why 100% of our Principal Corps graduates receive job offers in Mississippi schools upon graduation and why every semester we hear news that Ole Miss education alumni have been named teacher of the year by their students and peers and are taking on leadership positions and impacting lives.

At the Ole Miss School of Education we prepare teachers, administrators and counselors to tackle the real issues in education no matter where they are.

Sincerely,

Dr. David Rock

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Educational Leadership Graduate programs in educational leadership at the University of Mississippi School of Education focus on assessment, research, theory, ethics and law to prepare experienced educators to become innovative K-12 administrators, college professors and educational leaders.

Since 2008, more than 82% of our students have passed the School Leaders Licensure Assessment exam on their first try—nearly double the state average!

Designed for both full-time graduate students and working professionals, our master’s and specialist students begin course work each summer at our Oxford campus and study during the fall and spring at our campuses in Oxford, Tupelo and DeSoto. Doctoral students begin course work in the spring and undergo competitive training in leadership and explore education issues from outside disciplines (i.e., political science, sociology, etc.).

Our programs offer:

* Rigorous academic course work and reflective administrative internships * An 18-month degree path for M.Ed. and Ed.S. students * Collaborative partnerships with schools and communities * Career advancement * Diverse faculty expertise * Technology and data driven curriculum Admission Requirements: Applicants are evaluated on these criteria: M.Ed. Program

Ed.S. Program

Ph.D. Program

* 3.0 GPA on last 60 hours of

* Master’s degree with a

* 3.0 GPA on all previous

Application deadline: March 1 for summer admission

Application deadline: March 1 for summer admission

Application deadline: October 1 for spring admission

undergraduate work * GRE scores * Class A teacher’s license * Minimum of two years’ teaching experience * Statement of Purpose * Two letters of reference * On-campus interview

3.0 GPA * GRE scores * Class AA teacher’s license * Minimum of two years’ teaching experience * Statement of Purpose * Two references * On-campus interview

For more information, visit: Education.OleMiss.edu

graduate work * GRE scores * Class AA teacher’s license * Demonstrated experience as a K-12 leader * Statement of Purpose * Three letters of reference * On-campus interview

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Elementary Education One of the largest undergraduate majors at the University of Mississippi, our elementary education programs help students and working teachers grow into innovative classroom leaders. In addition to qualifying for a Mississippi teacher’s license, our undergraduates receive an endorsement in K-6 special education.

With our student-centered approach, online course work and campuses in Oxford, Tupelo, DeSoto and Grenada, many of our alumni have become leading practitioners, won teaching awards and gone on to teach at the collegiate level across the nation.

Our programS offer:

* Diverse field experiences * Undergraduate special education endorsement * Flexible enrollment * Career advancement * Flat-rate tuition for online M.Ed. program Admission Requirements: Applicants are evaluated on these criteria: B.A.Ed. Program

Ed.S. Program

* Master’s degree with a 3.25 GPA * Two years’ relevant teaching experience * GRE scores * Class AA teacher’s license or eligibility * Writing sample * Two disposition assessment forms

* 2.75 GPA * Praxis I scores * ACT or SAT scores

Application deadline: March 1 (summer and fall admission)

M.Ed. Program

* Master’s degree with 3.5 GPA * Two years’ relevant teaching experience * GRE scores * Class AA teacher’s license or eligibility * Writing sample * Two disposition assessment forms * Interview with faculty

* 3.0 GPA on last 60 hours of undergraduate work * Praxis II scores in content area * Class A teacher’s license or eligibility * Writing sample * Two disposition assessment forms Application deadline: March 1 (summer and fall admission) October 1 (spring admission) For more information, visit: Education.OleMiss.edu

Ed.D. Program

Application deadline: March 1 (summer and fall admission)

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Counselor Education Counseling graduates from the University of Mississippi School of Education become insightful therapists, researchers and educators in schools, nonprofits and mental health facilities. Our master’s and specialist students study in either school or community mental health counseling. Our doctoral students pursue professorships or become counseling specialists.

Our one-of-a-kind online specialist degree in play therapy, offered through the Child Advocacy and Play Therapy Institute, can be completed from anywhere and is designed for working mental health professionals.

Our programS offer:

* Flexible enrollment * Face-to-face instruction * Specialization in play therapy * 100 hours of practicum and a 600-hour internship * Most graduates are employed within six months of graduation

Admission Requirements: Applicants are evaluated on these criteria: M.Ed. Program

* Bachelor’s degree with 3.0 GPA * GRE scores * Statement of purpose * Three reference contacts * Interview with faculty Application deadline: March 1 (fall admission)

Ph.D. Program

* Master’s degree in counseling with 3.0 GPA * GRE scores * Statement of purpose * Three reference contacts * Interview with faculty Application deadline: March 1 (fall admission) For more information, visit: Education.OleMiss.edu

Ed.S. in Play Therapy

* Master’s degree in a mental health field * Professional license in a mental health field * Proof of liability insurance * Access to 10 play therapy practicum hours per week

Application deadline: August 1 (fall admission)

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Higher Education Higher education graduate students at the University of Mississippi School of Education undergo an intense regimen of instruction, research and hands-on experience to become administrators at colleges and universities. The program of study fosters a strong understanding of the underpinnings of college and university functions, including such services as admissions, advising, career counseling, financial aid and more.

Master’s students go on to work in a variety of administrative positions at colleges and universities. Graduates of the doctoral program go on to be senior administrators at postsecondary institutions.

Our ProgramS offer:

* Flexible enrollment * Online courses and a completely online

M.A. program * Flat tuition rate for online students * On-the-job experience * Study abroad opportunities in locations such as Great Britain and South Africa

Admission Requirements: Applicants are evaluated on these criteria: M.A. Program

* 3.0 GPA on last 60 hours of undergraduate work * GRE scores * Statement of purpose * Three recommendations Application deadline: March 1 (fall admission) Ph.D. Program

* Master’s degree with a 3.25 GPA * Two years’ full-time experience in

a higher education * GRE scores * Statement of purpose * Three recommendations * On-campus interview

For more information, visit: Education.OleMiss.edu

Application deadline: March 1 (fall admission)

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Secondary Education With specializations in English, mathematics, science and social studies, the University of Mississippi School of Education’s secondary education programs shape inspirational 7-12 teachers. Our undergraduates complete at least 30 hours in a content area, core pedagogy courses, 95 hours of supervised practicum and 14 weeks of student teaching.

For aspiring teachers who hold non-education degrees, our master’s in curriculum and instruction offers an alternative path to certification and has placed teachers in Mississippi, Georgia and Tennessee since 2010. Additionally, our specialized master’s, specialist and doctoral programs produce master teachers, school leaders and highly recruited college professors.

Our ProgramS offer:

* Diverse field experiences * Flexible enrollment * Career advancement * Online course work Admission Requirements: Applicants are evaluated on these criteria: B.A.Ed. Program

* 2.75 GPA * Praxis I scores * ACT or SAT scores M.A.C.I. Program

* 2.75 GPA on last 60 hours of undergraduate work * Praxis I and II scores * Writing sample * Interview with faculty Application deadline: March 1 (summer and fall admission) M.Ed. Program

* 3.0 GPA on last 60 hours of undergraduate work * Praxis II scores * Class A teacher’s license or eligibility * Writing sample * Two disposition assessment forms Application deadline: March 1 (summer and fall admission) October 1 (spring admission)

Ed.S. Program

* Master’s degree with 3.25 GPA * Two years’ relevant teaching experience * GRE scores * Class AA teacher’s license or eligibility * Writing sample * Two disposition assessment forms Application deadline: March 1 (summer and fall admission) Ph.D. Program

* Master’s degree with 3.5 GPA * Two years’ relevant teaching experience * GRE scores * Class AA teacher’s license or eligibility * Writing sample * Two disposition assessment forms * Interview with faculty Application deadline: March 1 (summer and fall admission) For more information, visit: Education.OleMiss.edu

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Special Education Special education graduates from the University of Mississippi School of Education are in high demand! In 2012, 100% of our graduates received job offers in Mississippi and around the nation. Our students develop the skills and knowledge to individualize learning for those with mild/moderate and severe/profound disabilities.

Our master’s and specialist students undergo advanced study to gain a greater understanding of the theory and research related to teaching those with exceptional learning challenges. Our graduates work in schools, clinical settings and community agencies.

Our programs offer:

* Diverse field experiences * Flexible enrollment * Career advancement * Online course work Admission Requirements: Applicants are evaluated on these criteria: B.A.Ed. Program

* 2.75 GPA * Praxis I scores * ACT or SAT scores M.Ed. Program

* 3.0 GPA on last 60 hours of

undergraduate work * Praxis II scores * Class A teacher’s license or eligibility * Writing sample * Two disposition assessment forms Application deadline: March 1 (summer and fall admission) October 1 (spring admission)

Ed.S. Program

* Master’s degree with 3.25 GPA * Two years’ relevant teaching experience * GRE scores * Class AA teacher’s license or eligibility * Writing sample * Two disposition assessment forms Application deadline: March 1 (summer and fall admission) For more information, visit: Education.OleMiss.edu

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Literacy Education Both full-time graduate students and working educators who wish to specialize in literacy education pursue our master’s degree in literacy education at the University of Mississippi School of Education. Our program focuses on literacy theory, leadership, development and assessment to prepare graduates to help students who struggle with reading.

Our graduate students complete two internships during which they work with principals and teachers implementing literacy curricula. The degree may be completed online or in Oxford, Tupelo and DeSoto. Nearly all of our alumni have become K-12 literacy teachers and coaches.

Our program offerS:

* Flexible enrollment * Online and campus degree paths * Flat-rate tuition for online students * Face-to-face instruction * Full-time literacy faculty Admission Requirements: Applicants are evaluated on these criteria: M.Ed. Program * 3.0 GPA on last 60 hours of undergraduate work * Praxis II scores * A literacy writing sample * Two disposition assessment forms * Hold or be eligible for teacher’s license Application deadline: August 1 (fall admission for online program) March 1 (summer admission for traditional program) For more information, visit: Education.OleMiss.edu

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Centers and Programs The Ole Miss School of Education houses seven diverse centers, offices and institutes and four innovative academic programs dedicated to impacting student learning and educators in Mississippi and beyond.

Our faculty members are leaders in a variety of educational fields including pre-K, literacy, STEM, educational leadership and play therapy.

Many students receive scholarships and work opportunities through our centers and help impact real issues in education.

To schedule a visit with any of our centers or programs, contact us at: education@olemiss.edu

(SAFE)

Student Advising and Field Experience (SAFE) Office The SAFE office at the University of Mississippi School of Education helps students establish a timely route to graduation, find scholarships and, most importantly, gain hands-on field experience in Mississippi K-12 schools.

Our academic counselors work in conjunction with the UM Academic Support Center to address a variety of student concerns such as:

* Orientation * Transfer credits * Curriculum requirements * Scholarship opportunities * Student teaching placement * Academic probation * Teacher license applications

For more information, visit Education.OleMiss.edu

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Child Advocacy and Play Therapy Institute

play therapy services

(CAPTI)

At CAPTI, everything we do is for children. An approved center for play therapy education by the Association for Play Therapy, we help children ages 3-12 communicate sources of stress by observing their play. Through our approach, children can change behaviors and develop problem-solving skills.

Ed.S. in Play Therapy Our one-of-a-kind online Ed.S. in play therapy can be completed in one year and is designed for licensed mental health professionals who wish to become a Registered Play Therapist.

Admission Requirements:

* Master’s degree in a mental health field * A state or individual license in a mental health field * Proof of liability insurance * Access to a supervised play therapy facility Application deadline: August 1 (fall admission)

Expert Witness Consultation We also offer expert witness consultation for attorneys, mental health practitioners, insurance companies and state agencies.

We help with cases involving:

* Ethical issues for clinicians * Subpoenas for clinicians * Insurance malpractice * Guardian ad litems * Child testimony * Child abuse For more information, visit: http://Education.OleMiss.edu/CAPTI

(CELI)

Center for Excellence in Literacy Instruction

CELI was established in 2007 with funding from the Robert M. Hearin Foundation with a goal to prepare reading/literacy teachers who know how to teach reading to all children, but especially those children in Mississippi who are in low socioeconomic-status districts. In fall 2010, CELI became a Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling (LETRS) national affiliate site dedicated to providing LETRS professional development to educators in the state and region.

CELI provides tremendous service to the community, field experiences for undergraduate candidates and internship experiences for graduate literacy education candidates through various partnerships.

* As a partner with Dundee Elementary School for the past three years, CELI assisted the school in becoming a “STAR” school, based on the Mississippi Department of Education’s accountability system in 2011.

* CELI faculty provides many and varied literacy-related professional development sessions to K-12 educators across North Mississippi.

* Angela Rutherford, CELI director, serves as the co-chair of the Mississippi Department of Education’s State Literacy Team.

* CELI teams up with local educators in a process to award the CELI Read Aloud Book Award for a newly published book.

* CELI works with schools in North Mississippi to provide job-embedded professional development for literacy teachers.

For more information, visit: http://Education.OleMiss.edu/CELI

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(NMEC)

North Mississippi Education Consortium

The North Mississippi Education Consortium is a partnership among 45 North Mississippi public school districts, three community colleges and the University of Mississippi School of Education.

We help working educators develop, implement and maintain quality K-12 academic programs through cooperative efforts. Throughout the year, we bring together educational leaders and teachers to share resources and teaching techniques to benefit students, schools and communities.

These efforts include:

* Pooling local resources * Offering professional development workshops for educators * Securing revenue for cooperative projects * Advocating state and national educational issues

For more information, visit: nmec.net

(CERE)

Center for Educational Research and Evaluation At CERE, we continue to focus on helping researchers obtain grants, as well as monitor the progress of the projects funded by those grants.

In operation since 1999, CERE offers free assistance in writing the evaluation portion of grant proposals for departments within the University of Mississippi as well as state and federal organizations. We have collaborated with a variety of clients including the Barksdale Reading Institute, the Mississippi Teacher Corps and Mississippi Public Broadcasting.

To public and private organizations, we offer full-service grant assistance including:

* Free grant-writing support * Evaluation design * Survey instrument development * On-site or online administration of instruments * Data management * Analysis of outcome data * Evaluation reports

For more information, visit: OleMiss.edu/CERE

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Principal Corps

(PC)

Only the most outstanding Mississippi educators join the ranks of the Principal Corps. Founded in 2009 after a $2 million grant from the Jim and Donna Barksdale Foundation, the 13-month program is centered around two full-time internships with leading K-12 principals in North and Central Mississippi.

In addition to two summer terms at Ole Miss, cohort members gain hands-on experience with proven instructional leaders in the fall and spring while completing course work on our Oxford campus and online to earn a master’s or specialist degree in educational leadership.

Many students receive job offers from their internship sites—100% of our graduates have received job offers as principals or assistant principals.

Each student receives:

* A $30,000 state-funded salary stipend * Full scholarships * Housing during summer, fall and spring terms * Hands-on administration experience

* A $10,000 bonus upon signing a contract with a Mississippi school

For more information, visit: olemiss.edu/principalcorps

Mississippi Teacher Corps

(MTC)

The Mississippi Teacher Corps is the most competitive alternate-route teaching program in the country.

Top non-education majors from colleges and universities around the country apply to teach grades 7-12 in critical-needs schools in the Mississippi Delta and around the state. Less than 10 percent of applicants are accepted. Upon completion of the two-year program, all graduates receive a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction and qualify for an AA Mississippi teacher’s license.

During the two-year program, 100% of our students are placed in their own classroom.

After graduation, 50% of our alumni stay in education beyond five years.

More than 75% of our alumni are involved in education in some capacity.

The Teacher Corps offers:

* Teacher education and certification * Full scholarship for tuition and books * A free MacBook * Job placement with full pay and benefits * The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others

For more information, visit: MTC.OleMiss.edu

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(WCTP)

World Class Teacher Program

The World Class Teacher Program at the University of Mississippi School of Education helps veteran Mississippi teachers attain national board certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.

Considered the mark of a master teacher, a National Board Certified Teacher or NBCT receives an annual salary supplement of $6,000 from the Mississippi Legislature.

We provide overview sessions and workshops with K-12 teachers in North Mississippi to help guide educators through the certification process. Our NBCT mentorship sessions meet twice a month in Oxford, Tupelo and DeSoto to help prepare teachers for the rigorous exam.

For more information, visit: olemiss.edu/depts/ education/wctp

(MTFP)

Mississippi Teacher Fellowship Program The MTFP addresses teacher shortages in Mississippi’s high-needs school districts. Founded in 1998 by the Mississippi Legislature, our program attracts qualified teachers by offering scholarships to educators seeking a master’s or specialist degree in education at a Mississippi institution of higher learning.

Our fellows work full-time while pursuing graduate studies.

In exchange for a three-year commitment, they receive:

* A full tuition scholarship * Professional development opportunities * Funding for textbooks For more information, visit: OleMiss.edu/MTFP

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Willie Price Lab School For more than 40 years, Willie Price Lab School has served children from the Oxford-University community.

We offer pre-K education for 3- and 4-year-olds, and our facility is licensed by the Mississippi Department of Health. Part of the University of Mississippi School of Education, our preschool program prepares children for kindergarten.

Willie Price provides a wonderful learning environment for young children, as well as undergraduate and graduate students from a wide variety of degree programs across the Ole Miss campus.

* The Willie Price program focuses

on child development in areas such as language, literacy, creative arts, physical development, mathematics, science and more.

* The Learning Garden allows

preschool children to build an understanding and respect for nature and promotes inquiry, observation and experimentation.

* Staff members develop strong relationships with children and families.

For more information, visit: Education.OleMiss.edu

Center for Mathematics and Science Education

(CMSE)

Since the CMSE’s beginning in 2007, more than 800 Mississippi teachers have participated in professional development designed and implemented through our center. Additionally, the CMSE has directly impacted about 700 students through MathCamp, Engineering Camp and other STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) academic competitions.

The CMSE aims to improve mathematics and science instruction by supporting researchbased methods in the classroom and promoting interest in STEM fields.

OUR accomplishments:

* Since 2007, CMSE’s summer MathCamp

has taught more than 400 students with around 70% of these students being at risk.

* CMSE’s 2009 and 2011 engineering camps

have provided 30 high school students with the opportunity to engage in hands-on engineering projects and tour manufacturing plants to see real-world applications of math and science concepts.

* 100% of CMSE graduate fellows have found

employment within one year of graduation.

* Full tuition scholarships, a living stipend and professional enhancement opportunities are awarded to the CMSE graduate fellows.

* Scholarships and professional experiences are available for top undergraduates interested in STEM education.

For more information, visit: CMSE.OleMiss.edu

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A good teacher inspires for a semester; a GREAT teacher impacts for life.

Recognize a teacher who’s made a difference in the lives of others.

For a $50 donation to the School of Education, you can thank a teacher today!

Distinguished teachers will receive a letter of recognition from School of Education dean Dr. David Rock and will be recognized on the school’s website.

Education.OleMiss.edu

Imagine Innovate Inspire