Kutztown University College of Education

🍎📚 ASPIRE: Your 15-Month, Tuition-Free Path to Special Education Certification

Ready to make a difference in a high-need field? ASPIRE helps educators earn their PK–12 Special Education add-on certification in just 15 months while receiving support every step of the way.

✅ $0 out-of-pocket tuition through participating partner school districts
✅ $8,000 living stipend to help cover expenses
✅ Earn while you learn with opportunities for paid substitute teaching up to two days per week

Build your credentials, gain valuable classroom experience, and prepare for a rewarding career in special education. 💛

For more information go to: https://www.kutztown.edu/academics/colleges-and-departments/education/academic-departments/special-education/programs/aspire-pk-12-special-education-add-on-certification.html

Congratulations, Dr. Louis D. Blair! 🎓

Congratulations on the successful defense of your dissertation. This incredible achievement also marks the completion of your third degree from Kutztown University: Bachelor’s, Master’s, and now Doctor of Education (Ed.D.).

Once a Golden Bear, always a Golden Bear! 💛

🎓✨ Congratulations to our Spring ’26 Graduates! ✨🎓

Your hard work, dedication, and impact have not gone unnoticed. It’s clear you’ve made a lasting impression and are ready to step into the classroom and make a difference. Go make your mark; our schools are lucky to have you! 💛

Congrats to Chi Sigma Iota Inductees✨🎓

More than 150 students, family members, faculty, and guests gathered to celebrate KU’s newest Chi Sigma Iota inductees. This milestone honors graduate counseling students for their academic excellence, integrity, and commitment to the profession. 💛

Congratulations to Dr. Thomas R. Conway, Associate Dean in Kutztown University’s College of Education, on being elected Second Vice President of the Association of Teacher Educators (ATE)!

Founded in 1920, ATE is the only national individual-membership organization devoted exclusively to teacher education and plays a vital role in advancing educator preparation, professional standards, leadership development, and policy nationwide.

Dr. Conway’s election reflects both his national reputation in educator preparation and Kutztown University’s growing influence in shaping the future of the education workforce.

Three powerful dissertation defenses 🌟

Congratulations to Dr. Heather Stay, Dr. Kailyn Herling, and Dr. Casey Gruver on successfully defending their dissertations at Kutztown University.

From trauma-informed SEL, to teacher identity and pedagogy, to understanding burnout in new secondary teachers, your research pushes education forward in meaningful ways.

Congratulations, Doctors! 🎓

What makes a great teacher? 🍎

It’s the relationships they build, the confidence they inspire, the growth they encourage, and the safe spaces they create for every student.

Who’s a teacher that made a difference in your life? Let us know below 👇

It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎

We’re celebrating the amazing educators who make a difference every day. Stay tuned for more throughout the week!

📚✨ KU at PSLA ✨📚

👏 Congratulations to Patience and Emma, recognized as Kutztown University’s undergraduate and graduate student award winners. They were selected by Michelle Sims in recognition of their potential as future librarians and educators during her observation of their student teaching. Both graduates completed their programs this past December.

🎓 Raina Conaway, an Honors student and KU BEARS student researcher, presented her capstone project, “Ready to Go Makerspace Lessons and Project Plans.”

🛠️ Dr. Roseanne Perkins also presented alongside Raina Conaway, Molly Kutz (KU alum and former KU BEARS researcher), and Dr. Deb Duenyas of St. Bonaventure University on their research, “Makerspaces in Action: Insights from PA Educators,” exploring how makerspaces are used in K–12 schools.

We’re proud to see our students, alumni, and faculty making an impact in the field! 💛

⏳ Clock’s Ticking, Class of 2026! 🎓

Don’t miss out on your chance to get a quarter-zip!Preorders close April 30th!! ⏰

Order through the link in our bio or visit:
https://www.kubstore.com/product/class-2026-education-quarter-zip

Get yours today and rep your class in style 💛🐻