Today's Student ~ Tomorrow's Teacher (TSTT)
2008 Program Application
PROGRAM INFORMATION SHEET
TSTT Mission
Inspire, support and prepare high school students from traditionally underrepresented communities to become teachers—with an emphasis on high need areas including math, science and ELL.
In 2008, TSTT will accept 20 diverse students from Seattle-area high schools to participate in a summer academy and academic-year support program designed to encourage and create opportunities for successful careers in teaching.
What Happens in TSTT?
After an initial orientation in early June, the 2008 TSTT program will begin its summer academy, Exploring Issues in Urban Education. The academy will be held at North Seattle Community College (NSCC), from 9:00 – 12:30, Monday - Friday from July x – July x, 2008. Attendance at the entire academy is required for participation in the TSTT program. Daily transportation assistance to NSCC will be provided.
The academy includes preparation for a hands-on teaching experience in the environmental sciences through our partnership with The Homewaters Project - an innovative environmental education organization.
The academy also includes a daily seminar to study pressing issues in urban education. Students will read articles, hear from guest speakers, take field trips in the community and complete a research paper and/or oral presentation on an education issue of their choice. Students can earn .5 high school credits for their participation in the summer academy.
TSTT academic-year activities include:
- Quarterly meetings of the TSTT group (to include: career workshops, classroom observations and a field-trip to a professional educator’s conference)
- Monthly check-ins with a TSTT academic advisor and academic support services for students who need assistance maintaining at least a 2.0 GPA
- Tutoring at a local school or other community-youth program (students may earn high school service credit and/or running start college credit for this activity)
- Completing college-entry and financial aid applications (assistance provided by TSTT)
How to ApplyChecklist
- Fill outand sign the attached Student Application______
- Complete Personal Statement______
- Obtain parent/guardian signature on consent form______
- Send 1-3 in one envelope to:______
Today’s Student ~ Tomorrow’s Teacher
All information is confidential will only be used by TSTT for program admissions.
Today's Student ~ Tomorrow's Teacher (TSTT)
2008 Program Application
NorthSeattleCommunity College
Paul Kurose, MS3 Division
9600 College Way N
Seattle, WA98103
- Request one supporting reference from a teacher ______
or counselor using the attached form. The
reference should be sent directly to TSTT
by the adult completing the form.
An electronic version of the Application is available on our website . Please complete the forms in MS Word, print and sign the application materials and mail to the above address by the due date.
All information is confidential will only be used by TSTT for program admissions.
Today's Student ~ Tomorrow's Teacher (TSTT)
2008 Program Application
For more information about the program please visit our website:
Or contact the Project Director:
Paul Kurose
TSTT Program Director
NorthSeattleCommunity College
(206) xxx – xxxx
All information is confidential will only be used by TSTT for program admissions.
Today's Student ~ Tomorrow's Teacher (TSTT)
2008 Program Application
TSTT Partners:put logos here of each partner
STUDENT ELECTRONIC APPLICATION
Type inside the gray boxes to complete the form – your answers will appear
in UPPER CASE letters. Please print and sign to submit
NameTRACY WOODMANDate of Birth
Race/ EthnicityTHE VERY BEST I CAN BEGenderF
Mailing Address 8533 BURKE AVE NCity, State, ZipSEATTLE, WA 98103
Phone206 529
Parent/ Guardian Name JUDY WOODMANRelationship MOM
Do you qualify for the free/reduced lunch program? (Y/N) N
Did your parents or guardians attend college? (Y/N)Y
If yes, who in your family attended college and in what field/s of study MOM AND DAD, ENGINEERING AND MATH
High School Information
CurrentSchoolBALLARD HS Expected Graduation DateJUNE 2010
Address of School FJKAO;JFIOADFJFIOA;JDFIO;AVHJ IO;
Students accepted into the TSTT program must commit to the following:
- Full participation in the summer academy: Exploring Issues in Urban Education, at NorthSeattleCommunity College – July X – July X, 2008.
- Maintaining a GPA during their senior year of 2.0 or above (academic support provided as needed)
- With the assistance of TSTT partners, completing and submitting college-entry and college-scholarship applications during their senior year
- With the support of a teacher mentor, working as an academic tutor during their senior year.
- Acting as an ambassador of the TSTT program in the community.
I understand and agree to the above requirements for participation in the TSTT program
______
Student Signaturedate
Student Personal Statement
Please address at least 2 of the 4 questions below. Total length my not exceed 2 pages. Essays must be typed using 12-point font.
- What are your long term career and/or educational goals?
- Who is a teacher that inspired you and how did they do it?
- What subject and grade level might you like to teach and why?
- What are your personal strengths that could help you succeed as a teacher?
ELECTRONIC REFERENCE FORM
Type inside the gray boxes to complete the form – your answers will appear
in UPPER CASE letters. Please print and sign to submit
TO BE COMPLETED BY COUNSELOR OR TEACHER - RETURN COMPLETED FORM BY xxx DIRECTLY TO:
Today’s Student ~ Tomorrow’s Teacher
NorthSeattleCommunity College
Attn: Paul Kurose, MS3 Division
9600 College Way N
Seattle, WA98103
Student recommendation for (name of student)
Teacher’s/Counselor’s Name
Position and employer
Phone number E-mail
Signature______
Please respond to the following questions about the student applicant. There are no right or wrong answers to these questions. We intend to recruit students with diverse and complimentary strengths to the TSTT program. Your thoughtful response is greatly appreciated. Please use additional pages as necessary.
How long have you known this student and in what capacity?
Describe an instance when this student demonstrated leadership qualities?
Describe an instance when this student demonstrated a personal commitment to diversity and/or a tolerance for views different from their own.
Share two things you know about this student that you think could help them succeed as an educator.
Please check the phrases below that you feel describe this student:
S/he consistently takes responsibility for his/her own learning
S/he is an average student who could surely excel if they applied themselves more
S/he may struggle with formal academics but shows great aptitude
S/he thrives when there is the chance for creativity and self expression
S/he is a leader among peers
S/he shows a strong sense of honesty and personal integrity
S/he seems to have strong role models in his/her life to support success in higher education
S/he could benefit from additional mentors and/or role models to enter and succeed in college
S/he seems highly motivated to excel in (check all that apply):
School work Employment Social-life
Hobbies (including sports)Other (please explain)
Anything else you want to share about this student?
TO BE COMPLETED BY PARENT/GUARDIAN
I hereby grant permission for ______to participate
(student’s name)
In the 2008-2009 Today’s Student Tomorrow’s Teacher Program. I understand he/she will
commit to attending a four-week summer institute at North Seattle Community
College and monthly gatherings during the school year that will support my child’s
ambition to pursue college. I understand that attendance is integral to experiencing
the purpose of the program and will encourage my child’s full participation in the
program.
______
Printed Name of Legally Authorized Parent/GuardianDate
______
Signature of Legally Authorized Parent/ Guardian Date
______
PhoneE-Mail
All information is confidential will only be used by TSTT for program admissions.