Tuolumne County Superintendent of Schools (TCSOS) proudly recognized the first graduating class of the Teacher Residency Tuolumne program, marking an important milestone in building a strong pipeline of local educators.
Developed in partnership with Teachers College of San Joaquin and local school districts, the program was created to address the ongoing teacher shortage by preparing and retaining educators within Tuolumne County. Each resident completed a full academic year working alongside a mentor teacher while completing credential coursework, gaining valuable, hands-on classroom experience.
County Superintendent Zack Abernathy shared his support for the program and its graduates, noting the importance of investing in local talent and strengthening schools across the county.
The first graduating class includes:
- Gracie Smith
- Karina Herrera
- Angelica Lunsford
- Michael Rouse
Each graduate leaves the program with a preliminary teaching credential and is prepared to serve students in both general and special education settings.
Teacher Residency Tuolumne is supported through grant funding from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, helping remove financial barriers for participants and making the pathway into teaching more accessible.
TCSOS looks forward to the continued growth of the program, with additional residents expected to complete the program and begin teaching in local schools in the coming year.
For more information about Teacher Residency Tuolumne, visit:
https://www.tcsos.us/trt
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TCSOS Recognizes First Graduating Class of Teacher Residency Tuolumne
Tuolumne County Superintendent of Schools announces the first graduating class of the Teacher Residency Tuolumne program.