University of Texas at Arlington College of Education

The UTA College of Education was proud to participate in the Texas Association Of School Administrators, one of Texas’ leading gatherings for educational leaders and decision-makers.

The conference provided an important opportunity to connect with district partners, engage in meaningful conversations about the future of education, and share how UTA prepares the next generation of educators and leaders. We valued the chance to build relationships that strengthen schools and support student success across the state. Read Dr. Joel Leader's Q&A about the conference below and gain insight on his experience.




https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/education/alumni-friends/news-events/2026/06/16/tasa-midwinter-conference

🎉 National Recognition for UTA College of Education! 🎉

The University of Texas at Arlington College of Education has been recognized by the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) for its strong commitment to preparing future educators with evidence-based reading instruction. This recognition highlights the college’s dedication to equipping teacher candidates with the knowledge and skills needed to help all students become successful readers.

We are proud of our faculty, staff, students, and partners who continue to advance excellence in educator preparation and make a lasting impact in classrooms across Texas and beyond.

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Click the link below to read the article.
https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/education/alumni-friends/news-events/2026/06/09/nctq

Teamwork makes the dream work right! 🤠🔥

🏁Some of our faculty and staff proudly participated in the 2026 Blazing Race at The University of Texas at Arlington. From solving challenges to racing across campus, our team showed what it means to lead with collaboration, energy, and school pride.

Thank you to everyone who participated and represented the College of Education so well! 💙🧡

💙 We are proud to celebrate two ELPS Ph.D. students for contributing chapters to the book, Black Doctoral Students’ Experiences in Academia: Narratives of Collective Responsibility, Community, and Care.

📖 Newly minted Dr. Dawn Jenkins authored Chapter 5, Black Mothers in Pursuit of the Ph.D.: Redefining Success and Achievement Beyond Academic Metrics, exploring how Black motherhood, scholarship, and identity shape new definitions of academic success.

🧡 Doctoral candidate Christian Scioneaux authored Chapter 9, To all the Academic Aunties, Uncles, and Cousins, highlighting the importance of community, care, and fictive kinship in supporting Black doctoral students throughout their journeys.

Their scholarship reflects the power of storytelling, community, and transformative leadership in higher education. Congratulations on this incredible accomplishment!




Click the link below to buy your own copy!

https://www.routledge.com/Black-Doctoral-Students-Experiences-in-Academia-Narratives-of-Collective-Responsibility-Community-and-Care/Tapscott-Ghebreab/p/book/9781041143352

🧡We are so proud to highlight the incredible work happening through the NSF-IUSE grant, Enhancing Preparation of Bilingual Science Teachers: Linking Pedagogical Content Knowledge to a Cross-Linguistic Approach.

💙Over the past year, the leadership of Dr. Mojica, Dr. Forbes, Dr. Leon, Dr. Saenz, Dr. Mostacedo, and Brenda Costelo have worked alongside students to provide meaningful opportunities including summer internships and certification exam preparation support. Students recently completed their math preparation workshop and are continuing their journey with Science CORE 391 certification review sessions this semester.

🍎We are excited to continue supporting these future bilingual science educators and look forward to even more success stories in the fall!

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After years of dedication, leadership, and service, we celebrate the retirement of Dr. Kathleen Tice from the UTA College of Education.

Dr. Tice has made a lasting impact on our college through her commitment to students, colleagues, and the field of education. Her passion for empowering future educators and her contributions to our community have helped shape countless lives and careers.

We are deeply grateful for all of her hard work, mentorship, and service over the years. Thank you, Dr. Tice, for the legacy you leave behind—we wish you all the best in this exciting new chapter! 💙🧡

🍎✨ Happy National Teachers Day! ✨🍎

Today, we celebrate the incredible educators who inspire, empower, and shape the future every single day. From sparking curiosity in the classroom to making a lasting impact on students’ lives, teachers truly make a difference.

At UTA College of Education, we are proud to prepare the next generation of educators and honor all teachers who dedicate their passion, time, and hearts to helping students succeed. Thank you for all that you do! 💙🧡