BY RACHEL TOOLE

CERRA Program Facilitator, Rachel Toole, traveled to Westside High School in Anderson this week to recruit for the Teacher Cadet Program. 

During the event, a former Teacher Cadet, Zaria Kay, stopped by to assist. She shared with how her experience in Teacher Cadets helped her understand learning styles and barriers that inhibit our learning. Her favorite part of the class was the field experience and having the opportunity to work with small children. She expressed how much fun this was for her, but it also solidified her decision to pursue education as a career. She always thought she wanted to be a teacher. She said all of the positive experiences as a Teacher Cadet made her decision easy. The toughest part now, she says, is deciding which college will be best for her to attain her goal. 

BY ARTHUR PINCKNEY

The Richland One School District held a celebration for its Teacher Cadets. Mr. Heyward Jean was the speaker. CERRA's Region Three Program Facilitator, Arthur Pinckney, was also on hand to honor the students.

Sarah Driggers
Sarah is a senior at Mauldin High School and will be attending Francis Marion University where she plans to study Elementary Education to become a teacher. She is a Teacher Cadet as well as a Teaching Fellow. Sarah was involved in many organizations, including Beta Club, National Honor Society, Educator’s Rising, Honors Chorus, Girl Scouts, and French National Honor Society. She lettered in swimming for five years and was MVP during her senior year. Sarah has always had a passion for teaching children and is looking forward to her career in the school system.

Emily Graham
Emily Graham and is a senior at Marion High School. In the fall, she will be attending the University of South Carolina to major in Early Childhood Education. She has always carried a passion for the education system, however, she realized she wanted to become a teacher after participating in the Teacher Cadet program. She is excited to obtain her degree and be able to have a classroom of her own!

Lauren Hyman
Lauren is a senior at Hannah-Pamplico High School. She plans to attend Francis Marion University in the fall where she will be a Teaching Fellow. Her plans are to major in Elementary Education. Throughout high school, Lauren has been very involved in her school as a member of Student Council, National Honor Society, HOSA,  and the Varsity Tennis team. She has held many leadership positions in these organizations, including National Honor Society President, Student Body Vice President, and HOSA Vice President. She served as a delegate to Palmetto Girls State and is a graduate of the Junior Leadership Florence County program. By becoming a teacher, Lauren’s goal is to inspire children and impact generations to come. Throughout her years of volunteer work and during her semester as a Teacher Cadet, Lauren feels the call to teach and help her students find meaning in their own education and future.

BY  KAREN PACK
karen@cerra.org

Last fall, Cadets at Ware Shoals High School created big books to share with younger students at Ware Shoals Primary School.  The Cadets enjoyed spending time with the younger students and building relationships through the read-alouds. Kudos to Julie Madden who has embraced the role of Teacher Cadets instructor as WSHS added the program this year. 

BY  KAREN PACK
karen@cerra.org 

​Craig Gilstrap's Teacher Cadets at North Augusta High School have released their latest video. The Cadets conducted research on the topic, wrote the script, produced, and assumed various roles in this video on Sleep Deprivation. Take a few minutes to check them out!

​All treats and no tricks! Crescent High School Teacher Cadets made treats to give to their teachers to thank them for all they do. 

Greer Middle College Teacher Cadets' big books captivate the attention of Brushy Creek Elementary students!