Teaching in Urban Schools
One of the urgent needs in Bexar County schools as well as in schools across the nation is to improve student learning in mathematics and the sciences. If this crisis is not resolved, the health of our economy and, indeed, our society may be jeopardized.
Although many outstanding individuals teach these subjects, across the nation our teaching force lacks advanced math and science content knowledge. The shortage of highly qualified mathematics and science teachers is most acute in high-poverty middle and high schools. Upon graduation, Noyce Scholars and Teaching Fellows commit contractually to teach in high-need schools, including those in San Antonio.
All degree candidates at Trinity University will complete year-long teaching internships in high-need schools. During this time, they will receive intensive mentoring support and learn effective teaching techniques to best ensure that all students in their classroom can learn.
Within the city of San Antonio, there are more than 600 schools serving more than 300,000 students and 28,000 teachers. Over seventy percent of local students are racial or ethnic minorities and nearly two-thirds of all local k-12 students are economically disadvantaged.
