Governor's School for Prospective Teachers

May 27th, 2024 -- June 21st, 2024
Governor's School for Prospective Teachers
Primary Mission
Encourage Tennessee's brightest students to consider teaching as their profession. The program includes an overview of the myths and realities of the education profession, an examination of effective teaching strategies, resource availability, computer and other technological applications, observations and critiques of teaching performances, analysis of exemplary teaching and an introspective view of learning and teaching styles.
The major principles of our conceptual framework are Performance, Professionalism, and Partnership. The overall focus of the school is to broaden students’ perceptions about the exciting challenges and possibilities associated with the teaching profession.
Components of the curriculum provide students with the following opportunities:
- Achieve a realistic understanding of teaching
- Understand themselves better as learners and future teachers
- Critically evaluate effective teaching strategies
- Plan, teach and critique short lessons
Application Information
This year we are excited to offer three options for applying for Governor’s School for Prospective Teacher. 2024 Governor's School Application for Prospective Teachers
- Application Deadline: January 12, 2024
- Email to [email protected] with the Subject Line: GSPT 2024
- Mail your application to:
Governor’s School for Prospective Teachers
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Attn: Jennifer Lynberg
4154, 615 McCallie Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37403
If you have questions, please email [email protected]
Helpful Resources
TN Governor's School Website→
FAQ→
Contact Information:
Governor’s School for Prospective Teachers
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
School of Education
Dept. 4154
Chattanooga, TN 37403
423-425-4375
