ELEVATE TEXAS EDUCATION
ElevateTXEd aims to support the efforts of the University of Texas System colleges of education and programs to prepare highly-qualified, well-trained and diverse educators to best meet the needs of Texas’ changing K-12 student population.
Professional Development + Support for Educators. Join us in our mission.
Education is for improving the lives of others and for leaving your community and world better than you found it.
– MARIAN WRIGHT EDELMAN
If you dream it, you can do it.
Let us show you the way.
ElevateTXEd is part of University of Texas institutions’ effort to elevate the field of education in the state of Texas. From supporting new-to-profession teachers to highlighting current research in the field of education, explore our site and learn more.
ElevateTXEd priorities:
Recruitment
Preparation
Retention
Leadership
Texas wants you!
Teaching is a noble career and because of the diverse demographics and landscapes, Texas is the best place to become a teacher. Nearly 5 million public school students in Texas need a great teacher like you. But did you know that a reported 1 in 4 teachers in Texas will quit this school year alone? Stick around for a while! We would love to see you ElevateTXed!
Elevate Texas education with us!Our children need teachers
The pandemic has had a great impact on our teachers. Systems are changing, teachers are needed! Let’s work together to fill Texas classrooms high quality teachers! Let’s work together for Texas teachers and their students!
Let Us Show You the Way
Just the Facts: Why choose a UT institution preparation program?
10%
Teachers from undergraduate programs have the highest retention in the field - 10% higher than any other type of program.
76%
An average of 76% of UT System graduates working in Texas education are still there after 5 years.
2K
On average, 2,000 new teachers graduate from UT institutions each year.
