The W celebrates MACTE honorees supporting Mississippi’s future educators
Mississippi University for Women’s School of Education is celebrating three alumni recognized by the Mississippi Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (MACTE) for their contributions to preparing future teachers.
“Preparing a great teacher does not happen within the walls of a university alone,” said Dr. Kelly Ballard, chair of The W’s Department of Education. “Our school partners are an extension of our educator preparation program. They open their classrooms to our students, mentor them, challenge them and help us prepare teachers who are ready to serve Mississippi schools.”
Macy Chatman, special education teacher at Caledonia High School, received the Outstanding Teacher Intern Award. Vicki Campbell, assistant principal at Sudduth Elementary School, received the Outstanding Administrator Award. Susie Rushing, first-grade teacher at West Lowndes Elementary School, received the Outstanding Mentor Teacher Award. MACTE presented the awards at its annual awards luncheon on June 25 at Mississippi Christian University in Clinton.
MACTE is a statewide organization affiliated with the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education. Its members include the departments and schools of Mississippi’s regionally accredited colleges and universities engaged in the preparation of professional school personnel.
Each of the individuals recognized was selected by their respective member institution.
“The W has a long history of preparing outstanding educators, and we are proud of our role as a regional supplier of teachers for Mississippi schools,” said Dr. Martin Hatton, dean of The W’s School of Education. “Our grow-your-own pipeline allows us to prepare talented people who already have roots in this region and help them build careers serving Mississippi’s children. That is good for our schools, good for our communities and important to the future of our state.”
For the School of Education, relationships are an important part of addressing Mississippi’s educator workforce needs.
Hatton said, “The recognition of Crawford, Campbell and Rushing reflects the shared work behind every new teacher who enters the profession. By bringing together strong candidates, experienced educators and committed school partners, The W is helping ensure Mississippi classrooms have the teachers they need for the future.”
About the School of Education
The School of Education at The W prepares educators who serve classrooms and communities across Mississippi through immersive clinical experiences, mentorship and strong partnerships that support future teachers from recruitment through graduation.
For more information about the School of Education at The W, please visit muw.edu/education.