
StoriesOverviewPerformance disparities in schools reflect socioeconomic differencesThe education received in urban and suburban communities differs greatly as a result of the economic pressures and lack of parental involvement in the communities. Center for Urban EducationCollege of Education aims to combat teaching shortage in urban schoolsThe Center for Urban Education at TCU attempts to prepare future educators by providing them with practicum experience prior to graduation. Aspiring Educators InitiativeProgram aims to recruit future teachers from urban schoolsThe Center for Urban Education started its Aspiring Educators Initiative in 2007 in hopes of equipping inner-city students to graduate from high school and pursue a career in education. Links |
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