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Academic Advising

Teacher Education Academic Advising

Welcome to the Teacher Education Academic Advising webpage! Communication between student and advisor is vitally important. Take the initiative and make regular contact with your advisor to discuss any questions or concerns.

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Mr. Hayden Hutchison
Academic Advisor (A-L)
Rarick Hall 210F
785-628-4528
hthutchison@fhsu.edu
https://calendly.com/hthutchison		 Ms. Megan Maska
Academic Advisor (M-Z)
Rarick Hall 210H
785-628-5445
mlmaska@fhsu.edu
https://calendly.com/mlmaska

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Stage 1 | Pre-Education

Students in Stage 1 are in the Pre-Education portion of the program. In this stage, candidates will work on completing their general education and non-restricted courses while preparing for entrance into the Teacher Education program.  It is important for candidates in Stage 1 to monitor their progress with the Teacher Education admission requirements. When all requirements have been completed, candidates will submit an online application at the appropriate time. To ensure a smooth transition into the Teacher Education program, please coordinate with your assigned advisor.  

Stage 2 | Teacher Education

Students in Stage 2 have officially been accepted into the Teacher Education program. In this stage, candidates have access to restricted major and methods courses in addition to internships and student teaching. Candidates in Stage 2 will learn major program concepts, education curriculum and engage in field experience. It is important for candidates in Stage 2 to monitor program requirements including GPA, deadlines, course completion plan, among others. In the final semester of student teaching, candidates will prepare for the licensure exams. By completing all course requirements, passing the performance assessment, and receiving passing licensure scores, candidates will be eligible to apply for their initial teaching license. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

PROGRAMS

STAGE 1 INFORMATION

ADMISSION TO TEACHER EDUCATION

APPLICATION DEADLINES (PRIORITY) - Submitting your Teacher Education Admission Application on/before the priority deadline ensures that your application will be reviewed before pre-enrollment begins for the following semester.  The application is available year-round via our Tk20 site.

  • February 15 (for those seeking admission for summer/fall)
  • September 15 (for those seeking admission for spring)
How to Apply for Teacher Education Admission (not yet licensed) 
How to Apply for Teacher Education Admission (already licensed - adding endorsement)
 

STAGE 2 INFORMATION

ADMISSION TO STUDENT TEACHING

APPLICATION DEADLINES (HARD) - Applications will not be accepted after these dates.

  • February 15 (for fall student teaching or practicum - application becomes available via our Tk20 site on January 1)
  • September 15 (for spring student teaching or practicum - application becomes available via our Tk20 site on August 1) 
Student Teaching Admission Requirements
How to Apply for Substitution of Practicum for Student Teaching - If you have previously completed a teacher education program and will be adding an endorsement to your license, you will complete a practicum in lieu of completing the full 16 weeks of student teaching.
 
Professional Liability Insurance - The College of Education requires all candidates to provide professional liability insurance coverage verification prior to completing field experiences. Verification will be submitted with the student teaching application.  Your professional liability insurance verification must include your coverage date span.

OTHER ADMISSIONS FORMS

LICENSURE INFORMATION

 

How to Reach Us

Department of Teacher Education
Fort Hays State University
600 Park Street
Rarick Hall 244
Phone: 785-628-4204
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