Aquinas College School of Education

Teachers don’t just educate—they shape communities. The Aquinas Accelerated Master of Education program prepares educators to lead classrooms, mentor students, and inspire change.

Our alumni are making a difference every day, from inspiring young minds to becoming leaders in their schools and districts. Graduates of our program are known for their commitment to excellence and their ability to foster positive learning environments. Their impact extends beyond the classroom, building stronger communities through education.

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Congratulations to Angelica Herrera-Estrada, AQ 2013 alumni who has been chosen as TV 13’s Teacher of the week.

Teacher of the Week 'had a feeling it was me' 13 ON YOUR SIDE made it out to Glenside Elementary Two-Way Immersion for our newest Teacher of the Week, and this teacher said she had a feeling it was her.

Congratulations to Andrew Szczerowski, AQ 2001 alum, who is the TV 13 teacher of the week.

Meet our first Teacher of the Week this school year It’s that time of year again! 13 ON YOUR SIDE is revealing our first Teacher of the Week for the '24-'25 school year.

Congratulations to AQ alumna Brooks, on being TV13’s Teacher of the week!

Teacher of the Week becomes educator after her own challenges in school Another very unsuspecting educator was caught off guard when 13 ON YOUR SIDE showed up to Valley View Elementary School for our latest Teacher of Week surprise.

Just a few of many Education students who stopped by to complete paperwork and take their teachers oath! Congratulations!

Aquinas education students & faculty exploring Sweden & Finland, learning their education systems.

Congratulations class of 2023! We are so proud of you!🎓

Dr.Anderson welcoming our new students!

Dr. Anderson is on deck meeting our new students!

Getting ready to welcome our accepted students and their families!

Dr. Stef Boutelier and current grad student, Cindy Rivera (Asst. Principal at Dickinson), lead a PD around gamified literacy support today during GRPS's Instruction, Technology, and Curriculum Conference. This conference was organized by AQ alumna, Erin Gotra. It is an in-service day for teachers to allow more space for voting. Don't forget to VOTE!