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New academy turns high school students into teacher candidates

Teach Academy, which opened this school year to San Joaquin County high school freshmen, allows students to earn an associate degree in elementary education by the time they graduate from high school.

The academy is a joint project of the Teachers College of San Joaquin, the San Joaquin County Office of Education, San Joaquin Delta College and Venture Academy of Family Schools.

This year 26 freshman enrolled in the academy, which is located on the campus of the Teachers College of San Joaquin in Stockton. A grade level will be added each year.

After earning their associate degrees at Delta College, students can complete their degrees through Humphreys University and earn a teaching credential through the Teachers College of San Joaquin, according to a press release from San Joaquin County Office of Education.

“The innovative partnership not only provides San Joaquin County students with a clear and affordable path to get their college degree, but will help grow the profession locally with a new generation of students who reflect the diversity and cultural perspectives of the students in the San Joaquin County region they hope to serve,” said the release.


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