AACTE

The official account of the AACTE (American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education) - promoting news and insights on educator preparation.

[AACTE @AACTE]

Midwest leaders, this one is in your backyard.

Join AACTE’s Leadership Academy & New Deans Institute in Columbus, Ohio, June 15–18—just days away.

There’s still time to register. Register here: https://t.co/7t1gY1J2qO

We hope to see you in Columbus! #AACTELA26

[Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact]

🙋 200 teacher-educators. 🏛️ 110 Hill meetings. When #ed-prep leaders & policymakers sit down together, policy gets stronger, and more students get the teachers they deserve. Thank you to co-sponsors @AACTE and @NCTResidencies, and everyone who made #WashingtonWeek26 a success!

[AACTE @AACTE]

As policymakers and education leaders tackle today’s school crises - from #chronicabsenteeism to teacher shortages – investing in #principals should be a key part of any solution, says a new white paper from @LPI_Learning & @WallaceFdn.

Here’s why: https://t.co/EGLTjzVBg3

[AACTE @AACTE]

AACTE Responds to Release of the National Council on Teacher Quality’s (@NCTQ) Decoding Progress in Reading Preparation Report. Read the full statement here: https://t.co/ESfqiXdxDC #EdPrep #Research

[AACTE @AACTE]

At this year’s Leadership Academy, futurist David J. Staley, Ph.D., will challenge #EdPrep leaders to imagine the future of the profession and develop actionable strategies to lead through change, innovation, and advocacy. Read more. https://t.co/aqizkfTFto #AACTELA26

[Bank Street College @bankstreetedu]

Every strong classroom starts with well-prepared teachers and school leaders. This week, #BankStreet Graduate School is at @AACTE #WashingtonWeek26 to help showcase and support the important work of educator preparation programs @deansforimpact @NCTResidencies

[Touro Graduate School of Education @TouroGSE]

“What you do makes a difference.” —Jane Goodall
Assistant Dean Charity Dacey & the #TouroGSE team headed to D.C. for @AACTE / @DeansForImpact Washington Week! We joined forces with fellow ed leaders to advocate to “Make High-Quality Teacher Preparation Affordable.”
📸: Dr. Dacey

[CAEP @caepupdates]

CAEP Senior Vice President for Accreditation Malina Monaco attended the Spring District of Columbia @AACTE spring meeting and delivered the keynote address. This was the inaugural meeting of the DC ACTE, held at Trinity University. Monaco is pictured with Tracy Spesia of American University, Christine Gorowara of Trinity University, and Faith Byrth of Moreland University.

[Purdue College of Education @PurdueEDU]

.@AACTE’s 2nd Annual Holmes Virtual Graduation honored a new cohort of scholars, including #PurdueEDU’s Chenchen Lu, PhD, (who also spoke at the ceremony), & Samira Bashiru, PhD. Congrats, #BoilermakerEducators! 🔗https://t.co/Y8wgiPfyYl

[Cmte for Ed Funding @edfunding]

CEF Member Spotlight: Last week, @AACTE Board Chair Stacey Edmonson, Ed.D. was on the Hill to champion educator preparation programs and the future of the teaching profession during @AACTE's #WashingtonWeek26. Learn more about Washington Week 2026: https://t.co/mIqejbdCH8

[Wallace Foundation @WallaceFdn]

As policymakers and education leaders tackle today’s school crises - from #chronicabsenteeism to teacher shortages – investing in #principals should be a key part of any solution. Join us & The Learning Policy Institute on June 8 to learn why: https://t.co/f2izpBhjtc

[Sara @saraskretta]

Off we go-ready to learn and advocate for educator preparation at @AACTE Washington Week! #NACTE @UNL_CEHS @UNOCEHHS

[AACTE @AACTE]

Thank You Teachers!

What does true celebration look like this Teacher Appreciation Week?

Three researchers make the case that teacher appreciation must mean structural policy change. Read more. https://t.co/sh7gUybwrP

#TeacherAppreciationWeek #EdPrep #Education

[CAEP @caepupdates]

Registration is now open for the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education 2026 Leadership Academy and New Deans Institute which is being held in Columbus, Ohio, June 15-18, 2026. Designed for educator preparation leaders at every stage of their leadership journey, this advanced professional development opportunity offers practical strategies, peer networking, and expert guidance to help academic leaders navigate the evolving higher education landscape.

https://t.co/uVhbWFtRW3

[AACTE @AACTE]

Register before the deadline! You’ll lock in access to scheduled congressional meetings on Capitol Hill, where #EdPrep leaders come together to advocate for the policies and investments that shape our profession. https://t.co/OcRMgYsnr8

#WashingtonWeek26 #AACTEevents #Policy

[AACTE @AACTE]

When we invest in inclusive environments, everyone benefits. Oregon's latest report shows 2,000+ more young children with disabilities now learning alongside their peers. Read more. https://t.co/n6ucePCAtW #EdPrep #EarlyChildhood #Oregon

[AACTE @AACTE]

Tomorrow is the last day for Early Bird registration.

Join educator preparation leaders on Capitol Hill and be part of the conversations shaping the future of the profession.

Register now: https://t.co/xzZHzEskFd
#AACTE #WashingtonWeek26 #EdPrep #Advocacy

[AACTE @AACTE]

Rural districts frequently struggle to attract and retain educators. A statewide initiative in Michigan shows what happens when institutions start working together. Read more. https://t.co/XWTWUCPp3B #AACTEMembers #EdPrep

[AACTE @AACTE]

#AACTE invites members to nominate leaders for its Board of Directors and Programmatic Advisory Committees, with submissions open through May 8. Read more. https://t.co/0TIiVcGuZY #EdPrep #AACTEMembers

[AACTE @AACTE]

Last year, educator prep leaders held 100+ face-to-face meetings on Capitol Hill—sharing real stories and solutions to strengthen the workforce.

Now it’s your turn.

Join us in 2026: https://t.co/xzZHzErMPF

https://t.co/fEaBVhRkCY #WashgingtonWeek26