FSU School of Teacher Education - STE

We’re still feeling inspired after the Provost’s Showcase and wanted to highlight all of the incredible STE faculty and scholars who shared their work. 👏

Here’s a look at the projects that represented STE:
• Logan Chalfant — Shake, Rattle, Refine: ScooterBots, Teacher Prep., and Engineering Design
• Julie Baisden & Peter Marti — Bridging Theory and Practice through Virtual Simulation Microteaching
• Katarzyna Pomian Bogdanov, Khadija Zogheib, Patrick O. Sonde, Olayinka Joshua Oyewole, & Sukanya Chakraborty — Teaching Together, Learning Together: Co-Designing an Elementary Science Methods Course
• Jenny Root — Engaging Doctoral Students in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
• Yixin Qian — Navigating AI in the Classroom: Concerns, Strategies, and Teaching Practices
• Jessica Smith, Michael Tuttle, & Jenny Root — Empowering Excellence: Elevating Evaluation in Education for Students with Visual Impairments
• Laura Bell, Emil Asanov, Cigdem Cokay, Zhiying Li, & Mahshid Mahbodi — Reading to Engage and Engaging to Read

So much thoughtful, impactful work happening across STE—we’re proud to see it shared as part of this event.

Inspiring new approaches to student engagement—faculty and doctoral students presented at the Provost’s Showcase of Scholarly Teaching this past Friday.

Their session, “Reading to Engage and Engaging to Read,” explored strategies to make course reading more interactive and impactful.

We’re proud to celebrate three incredible STE faculty members who were recognized at the Leon County Schools Volunteer, Partner, and Mentor Recognition event last night! 👏

✨ Lindsay Dennis – Mentor of the Year, Kate Sullivan Elementary
✨ Christy Andrews-Larson – Adult Volunteer of the Year, Sealy Elementary Math & Science Magnet School
✨ Addie McConomy – Adult Volunteer of the Year, Augusta Raa Middle School

Your dedication, service, and impact in our local schools truly make a difference. We’re grateful to have you representing STE in such meaningful ways! 💙

Your professor isn’t against you—they’re here to help you succeed.

Throughout this series, one thing stays true: how you show up matters. Effort, communication, and perspective all make a difference.

Start small—introduce yourself, ask a question, or stop by office hours.

🎓 What Professors Wish You Knew Perfection isn’t what your professors are looking for—effort is.

Consistently showing up, asking questions, and applying feedback makes a real difference. Effort reflects commitment—and it doesn’t go unnoticed.

Today’s Student Spotlight welcomes Isabella Arechavaleta from our MS in Elementary Education

“I have been student teaching in second grade at Bond Elementary for nearly a year, a path inspired by my mother, who is my greatest influence and motivation. I am deeply involved in both the classroom and the school community, including collaborating with Mrs. Akiesha Dupree to help launch the Bond Elementary Food Bank. As the food bank’s social media coordinator, I manage marketing efforts and outreach to potential sponsors and donors, helping connect local Tallahassee organizations with students in need. My students and mentors, especially Mrs. Clara Hampton, keep me motivated every day. Long-term, I hope to remain in the classroom while continuing nonprofit and community-based work that supports and uplifts local students.”

✨ More from the Anne’s College Research Showcase!

Shoutout to our School of Teacher Education Ph.D. students for sharing their impactful research—we’re proud to highlight their work and dedication to the field. 👏