Chicago Internship Presentation

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Michigan State University

College of Education

&Chicago Public Schools

Information Session

Sunday, October 2, 2011

5:00 PM


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CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS

AT A GLANCE

Total: 675 (FY2009-10)

Elementary: 482

Traditional elementary: 395 Magnet: 36 Middle: 10

Gifted centers: 12 Special education: 8 Classical:4 Small: 4

Charter schools: 71

Elementary: 42 High school: 29

High Schools : 122

General/technical: 41 Career academy: 8 Magnetschool: 5 Military academy: 6 Small school: 11Achievement academy: 8 Alternative school: 8 Specialeducation: 5 Selective Enrollment: 8


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AT A GLANCE

Total: 409,279 Student Enrollment

(FY 2009-10)

Preschool: 24,370

Kindergarten: 29,632

Elementary (1-8): 239,507

Secondary: (9-12) 115,770

Student racial breakdownAfrican American: 45% Latino: 41% White: 9%Asian/Pacific Islander: 3.6%

Native American: 0.2%


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AT A GLANCE

Total Employees: 43,731 (FY 2008-09)

TeachersTotal: 23,110

African American: 31%White: 49%

Latino: 15%

Asian/Pacific Islander: 3.5%Native American: 0.9%

http://www.cps.edu/Pages/home.aspx
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HYDE PARK
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HYDE PARK

Hyde Park is home to a number of higher education institutions:

The University of Chicago

The Catholic Theological Union, a seminary of 28 Roman Catholicreligious orders

The Chicago Theological Seminary, a seminary of the United Churchof Christ

The Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago, a seminary of theevangelical Lutheran Church in America

The McCormick Theological Seminary, a seminary of the PresbyterianChurch

The Meadville Lombard Theological School, a seminary of the

Unitarian Universalist Association Chicago Center for Urban Life and Culture, a non-profit and

experiential education program for college students who want tostudy abroad in Chicago

The Oriental Institute within the University of Chicago

The DuSable Museum of African American History, although justoutside of the neighborhood in Washington Park, has a longassociation withthe community.


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CPS PARTNERSHIP SCHOOLS

Kenwood Academy High School-neighborhood school with rigorouscollege prep curriculum, accelerated magnet program and U of Cpartnership. Serves grades 7-12, pop of 1578. Recognized byNewsweek and US News & World Report as a top HS.

King College Preparatory HS-Selective enrollment school withrigorous college prep curriculum. 899 pop serving grades 9-12oneof Chicagos premier HS with a proud history names after thefather of the civil rights movement-Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Woodlawn Community Elementary-founded in 1996- smallschools coalition, offering an African cultured-centered curriculum,serving grades pre-k to 6 neighborhood school. A school withtremendous pride!


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CPS PARTNERSHIP SCHOOLS

Bret Harte Elementary-431 pop, serving Pre-k to 6 grades, Math & Science

Magnet Cluster. Partners with U of C and other cultural institutions in thecity. Great ballroom dancing program!

Shoesmith Elementary- It takes a village motto..Math & ScienceCluster School, serving 362 students, grades K-6. U of C partnership, ParkDistrict, churches, etc.

Canter Middle School-neighborhood global village middle schoolserving261 students, middle grades only (7-8), located behind KenwoodAcademy HS, with integration of world language and cultures across thecurriculum

WalshNewest partnership PK-8 School.

ALL VERY UNIQUE, INDIVIDUAL, GREAT SCHOOLSMAKING A DIFFERENCE!!


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Examining Your Disposition

WE SEEK CANDIDATES WHO:

Have a demonstrated commitment to teach/work across racial or ethnic

difference, with students in poverty, in urban settings;

Are knowledgeable about their own values, morals, beliefs and

commitments relative to the community in which they teach;

Demonstrate Personal Responsibility, Independence, and Resiliency to

ensure a meaningful internship experience for themselvesandtheir students.


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MANDATORY PRE-INTERNSHIP

EXPERIENCE

MAY 711, 2012

Travel via Amtrak Train &

Lodging expenses are covered bythe College of Education.

Individuals are responsible fortheir own food expenses.


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ESTIMATED CHICAGO BASED COSTS

TRANSPORTATION COST

City Transportation

Chicago Transit

$86.00/month X 9 months = $775.00

HOUSING

COST

Internship Year $650.00/month X 9 months = $5850.00

MEALS COST

Internship Year $300.00/month X 9 months = $2700.00

TOTAL CHICAGO ESTIMATED COST $9,325.00

ESTIMATED INTERNSHIP YEAR COSTS

TUITION COST

*Fall & Spring Semester Grad. Cert.

Rate (In-State Tuition Rate)

$12,162.00

INCIDENTAL COST

**Technology Accessories $150.00

Immunization

Tuberculosis/Fingerprinting

$150.00

TOTAL INTERNSHIP TUITION, ETC. ESTIMATED COST $12,462.00

*Student tuition is determined at the rate of current In-State Fall 2011 student

enrollment status. This ESTIMATED cost does not include required books/texts.

**Student interns are required to obtain and maintain their own personal laptop

computer for full participation in course instruction.


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Internship Year

Affordable Housing Options

1. http://teacherhousing.cps.k12.il.us

2. http://www.chicagorentals.com/

3. Current Intern Housing Tour
http://teacherhousing.cps.k12.il.us/http://www.chicagorentals.com/http://www.chicagorentals.com/http://teacherhousing.cps.k12.il.us/


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INTERNSHIP SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT

WATCH FOR!!!! College of Education

E-Mail NotificationINTERNSHIP SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT

PRIORTY TO CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND

DETROIT PUBLIC SCHOOL INTERNS

CAN APPLY FOR AS LITTLE OR AS MUCH (TYPICALLY

UP TO COST OF HOUSING)MUST CONFIRMANTICIPATED RESIDENCY IN HYDE PARK AREA

DURING INTERNSHIP YEAR.


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2011-2012


5THYEAR INTERNSHIP

FALL 2011 TIMELINE

Sunday, October 2nd Information SessionErickson HallKIVA

Monday, October 3rd MSUCollege of Education CPSInternship On-Line ApplicationDeadline http://www.educ.msu.edu/

October 24th APPLICATION DEADLINE 5:00 PM

October 25th- Progression to Internship Verification

November 14th Team Leader Endorsement for ChicagoPlacement

November 15th

- Late November E-mail notification of conditionallyaccepted students

December 9th Intern Acceptance Deadline

Communication of Intern AcceptanceStatus to Team Leaders.
http://www.educ.msu.edu/http://www.educ.msu.edu/


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2011-2012CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS

5THYEAR INTERNSHIP

SPRING 2012 TIMELINE

January Communication with CPS regarding placementneeds

March MANDATORY Campus-based One-DayChicago Public Schools Internship Orientation.

Late AprilEarly May Chicago Public Schools On-Line Student Teaching

Application Deadline.

May 7th11th MANDATORY Chicago-based Pre-Internshipexperience

August, 2012 Begin Internship Year in Chicago!!!


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Conditions for Participation in the MSU-COE

Chicago Public Schools Internship Year

I confirm my understanding that I must have met all Criteria For The Progression

To The Internship, by the end of spring semester 2012, as articulated on theMichigan State University, College of Education website:

www.educ.msu.edu/students/undergraduate/criteriaforprogression.htm which

include the following:

Successful passing of the required Michigan Test for Teacher Certification

(MTTC) by the April 2012 administration.

Successful completion of all teaching major and/or teaching minor(s)

requirements, as well as all teacher certification coursework and other courses

required for teacher certification, by the end of spring semester 2011.

Have my bachelors degree conferred at the conclusion of spring semester

2012 (requiring no summer course enrollment except as approved).

Approval of current Teacher Education Team Leader for participation.

I confirm my understanding that full participation in the Chicago based internshipprogram requires my attendance during the four-day "pre-internship" experience in

Chicago, and the one-day campus based orientation.

I confirm my understanding that a condition of my participation is that I must abide

by Michigan State University policies, including the MSU General Student

Regulations, while enrolled in the program and that I may be subject to disciplinary

action for violations of those policies.
http://www.educ.msu.edu/students/undergraduate/criteriaforprogression.htmhttp://www.educ.msu.edu/students/undergraduate/criteriaforprogression.htm


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Conditions for Participation in the MSU-COE

Chicago Public Schools Internship Year

I confirm my understanding that a condition of my participation isthat I will be required to attend and participate in all scheduledinstruction; and I will ensure that I have in my possession the laptopand technology accessories (webcam, headset, etc.) that support myfull participation in the Teacher Education professional educationcourses, or other required program completion courses, for which Iam enrolled during my internship year.

I confirm my understanding that I must secure my own housing,transportation and other necessities in a manner that ensures my full

participation in the Chicago-based program.

I confirm my understanding that I must complete all Chicago PublicSchools Student Teaching Application Requirements, and provideall required verification (i.e., TB Test, Fingerprints, Confidentiality

Agreement, etc.) in a time and manner requested by Chicago PublicSchools and Michigan State University, College of Education.

ALL DEADLINES ARE FINAL. NO EXCEPTIONS. FAILURE TOMEET A DEADLINE AT ANY TIME ASSUMES

DISCONTINUANCE OF CONSIDERATION FOR CPS

INTERNSHIP PLACEMENT.


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STUDENT TEACHING

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

STEP ONE: APPLICATIONwww.cpsstudentteachprogram.com

This is your time to shine!

1. Online Application- requires general biographical information

2. Resume- Highlight leadership skills, volunteering, mentoring, tutoring, pre-studentteaching experiences, i.e. observations, clinical, etc.

3. Essay Questions- Select 3 questions from essay bank

4. Lesson Plan- organize lesson around a clear goal or learning objective, age-appropriate,

engaging, relevant, meaningful, monitor learning, differentiated instruction, etc.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER APPLICATION IS SUBMITTED??

Turnaround time:2-4 weeks from submission date.

Status notification method:CPS Student Teaching Program will email a Pre-conditionalAcceptance Letter, which will instruct you to proceed to the final step-Registration.
http://www.cpsstudentteachprogram.com/http://www.cpsstudentteachprogram.com/


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REGISTRATION (Final Step)

STEP TWO: REGISTRATION

1. Online Registration Form-http://www.cps-humanresources.org/STI/registration_new.htm

2. TB Test- must be less than 12 months old from student teaching start date

3. Fingerprints- Accurate Biometrics OR must meet the following criteria: Must be less than 12 months old from student teaching start date Must be a State Background Report Must be a FBI (National) Report

4. Confidentiality Agreement

5. Student Teacher Acknowledgement Form

6. Registration Waiver- active CPS employees eligible only. Waives only registration

paperwork, not performance-based application requirement

FINAL ACCEPTANCE NOTIFICATION METHOD- Final acceptance letterwill be sent to student teacher applicant via email and they are advised to contact university for

school placement details
http://www.cps-humanresources.org/STI/registration_new.htmhttp://www.cps-humanresources.org/STI/registration_new.htmhttp://www.cps-humanresources.org/STI/registration_new.htmhttp://www.cps-humanresources.org/STI/registration_new.htm


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CPS ON-LINE STUDENT TEACHING PROGRAM APPLICATION COMPONENTS

This reference sheet provides university partners with details surrounding the followingitems:

1. Resume

2. Application Questions

3. Lesson Plan

4. Competencies

5. Scoring

1. Resume

All candidates will be required to submit a resume that outlines the candidate's educationalprofile, work history, volunteer experiences, observations, clinical experiences andteaching experiences (if applicable). The resume must be in a clear, organized, logicalstructure and include an original and insightful objective. The resume should highlightactivities, leadership roles and skills related to the field of education. The resume shouldbe created prior to applying online and saved in Word (.doc) or Adobe (.pdf), so it may be

uploaded when completing the online application. Resumes should not exceed two pagesin length.

2. Application Questions

Candidates must respond to three of the following questions. All candidates must respondto the first question, and then choose one question each from question sets 2 and 3. Allresponses must be completed in full paragraphs, using appropriate grammar and writing.

All responses must be limited to 1500 words in total500 per question.


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CPS STUDENT TEACHING PROGRAM

APPLICATION COMPONENTS CONTINUED

1. (REQUIRED OF ALL APPLICANTS):

Identify two previous experiences or two strategies that you will use in order to ensure high academic achievement foryour CPS students. Explain how you will accomplish this.

2. Question Set 2 (CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING):

A. How will student teaching in an urban Chicago Public School specifically prepare you for your long-term career as ateacher?

OR

B. What are your three goals for your student teaching experience? How will student teaching in the Chicago PublicSchools help you achieve those goals?

3. Question Set 3 (CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING):

A. What is your personal definition of urban education? What qualities or abilities are most important forurbaneducators to possess in order to be successful?

OR

B. Describe a time when you worked with others to overcome a significant obstacle or address a challenge. What did youlearn from that experience that will make you a more effective teacher in an urban classroom?

OR

C. Describe what you perceive to be the typical challenges a teacher faces in an urban classroom setting. How will youaddress these challenges?

3. Lesson Plan Prompt

All applicants must submit an original lesson plan for a specific grade-level and subject of their choice (planned lessonshould not exceed 55 minutes of instructional time). The lesson should demonstrate the candidates ability to design aneffective lesson that will ensure all students meet your intended learning outcome. Candidates should be sure to:

1. Organize their lesson around a clear goal or learning objective

2. Incorporate age-appropriate materials and strategies that will enable students of different learning styles to master the

identified goal or objective3. Include activities or content that will be meaningful, relevant and engaging to students in an urban environment

4. Outline the procedures they will use throughout the lesson to ensure students are on-task and learning appropriately


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CPS STUDENT TEACHING PROGRAM

APPLICATION COMPONENTS CONTINUED

4. Competencies

Successful STP candidates will demonstrate evidence of the following competencies in theirapplication materials. These competencies will be assessed across the applicationmaterials to give CPS a holistic view of the candidates.

Commitment to Urban Education: Demonstrates an understanding of the CPSenvironment and a willingness to persevere as a teacher in CPS, despite potentialobstacles.

Critical Thinking:Analyzes information accurately and generates effective solutions toproblems.

Knowledge of Teaching and Learning:Demonstrates a novice-level awareness of theteaching skills and strategies necessary to ensure high academic achievement withstudents.

Communication Skills: Demonstrates written and verbal proficiency in English.

5. Scoring

As it relates to scoring applications, overall CPS is seeking candidates that demonstratedefinite, positive evidence of the program competencies, as outlined above, throughout allof theirapplication materials.


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INTERNSHIP STRUCTURE

Placement in school cluster

Chicago-based collaborative field

supervisionChicago-based Site Coordination

(Ms. Lana Brown)

Use of Technology Instruction-Requires Intern Laptop


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