MSU-Bozeman Department of Education

09/10/2026

In addition to undergraduate and graduate degrees, our department offers several certificate programs. Current faculty, aspiring faculty, and graduate students wishing to become more competitive in the job market as instructors and faculty members at colleges and universities may pursue the College Teaching Certificate. Details can be found in this flyer and on the department's website at https://www.montana.edu/education/grad/ahe/ahe_ctc.html .

09/04/2026

Enjoy your long Labor Day weekend, everyone, and if you are an education major, have some ice cream when you come back on Tuesday.

Let's kick off the semester with an ice cream social! Please join the Aspiring Educators of MSU on Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 6:30pm for an ice cream social in Reid Hall 201.

All are welcome - our goal is to support future educators (and those who may be curious about becoming future educators) from all disciplines.

College of Education, Health and Human Development-Montana State University MSU-Bozeman Department of Education

09/02/2026

In addition to undergraduate and graduate degrees, our department offers several certificate programs. Our Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Education Certificate prepares teachers to serve Limited English Proficient students in mainstream pre-K-12 classrooms. The certificate is an approved English as a Second Language added endorsement pathway for teachers in the state of Montana. Details can be found in this flyer and on the department's website at https://www.montana.edu/education/grad/ci/ci_clde_cert.html

08/28/2026

Interested in adding a PreK–12 Special Education endorsement to your Montana teaching license?

If you already hold a teaching license, you may be able to begin coursework at Montana State University this fall as a non-degree-seeking student.

There’s still time to join us!

EDSP 434-801: Behavioral Principles of Learning & Teaching
• Online, synchronous course
• Designed for educators working toward a PreK–12 Special Education endorsement
• Co-convened with undergraduate students pursuing special education licensure
• Opportunities to learn alongside and connect with educators from across Montana
• Taught by Dr. Leslie Rogers

The course introduces practical approaches to understanding and supporting student behavior, including Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), data collection, and positive, evidence-based supports.

Classes began August 29, but interested educators are encouraged to reach out now about enrolling and joining us for our next class on September 3.

Interested or have questions about whether this pathway might be right for you? Contact Leslie Rogers at [email protected].

08/28/2026

Catapalooza is a walking event, and today is perfect walking weather, a shady 70°. When you get out there, take a turn toward the east door of Reid Hall to see the Department of Education table. That will give you a quiet moment out of the main flow of traffic and an opportunity to pick up a flyer, a sticker, a chocolate star, and maybe a career.

08/27/2026

Montana State University President Brock Tessman sends a warm "Back to School" message to teachers, pre-service teachers and school leaders acknowledging the important role educators play in the lives of children and our communities. Please share with the incredible educators in your life.

08/26/2026

Fall Semester 2026 has begun! We kicked off the day at our Welcome Tent, greeting students jointly with the crew from the Renne Library. The librarians brought bubbles, which felt appropriate. Happy New Academic Year!

08/25/2026

Did we get those remodeled Reid Hall classrooms ready in time for the opening of Fall Semester tomorrow? Of course! You always knew we would. Click individual photos to see what these rooms used to look like.

08/24/2026

In addition to undergraduate and graduate degrees, our department offers several certificate programs. Our Teacher Leadership Certificate offers K-12 teachers professional growth opportunities to enhance their instructional capacity and leadership contributions in various school leadership positions, including instructional coaches, department chairs, and deans of students. Details can be found in this flyer and on the department's website at https://www.montana.edu/education/grad/edlead/edlead_teacherleadshpcert.html