3.1 Retention in the Teacher Education Program

Retention in the Teacher Education Program is based on the following:

1) Maintaining an overall GPA of at least 2.75.

2) Maintaining a GPA of at least 2.75 in the major.

3) Meeting all minimum grade requirements as defined in the University Catalog.

4) Obtaining satisfactory field experience recommendations.

5) Successfully completing all Professional Behavior Plans and Academic Progress Plans required by the Admission and Retention Committee.

6) Demonstration of health, safety and stamina that does not put the safety and welfare of students at risk.

The Admission and Retention Committee (ARC) may request documentation from a health care professional in verifying a student’s ability to meet health, safety and stamina requirements and may use this information in decisions related to retention and long-term program planning.

If the appropriate GPA is not maintained, consideration may be given by the SOE to dismiss the student from the Teacher Education Program or to counsel the student into another program area.

A student receiving less than the minimum grade a second time in a course which the SOE or major specifies as requiring a minimum grade, will result in automatic termination of enrollment in a teacher education program.  Minimum grade requirements are listed in the Education section of the University Catalog.

If a student receives a negative evaluation from a field experience, the field experience may need to be repeated only.

The Admission and Retention Committee (ARC) will make the final decision in dismissal cases. All dismissal cases may be appealed.