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About the School of Education

The School of Education at St. Bonaventure University is nationally accredited by NCATE, the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. This means that all of our undergraduate and graduate programs meet local, state, and professional standards in education.

Mission Statement

The St. Bonaventure University School of Education prepares highly qualified, effective educators at the graduate and undergraduate levels. The Franciscan commitment to social justice through respect for diversity and the dignity and worth of the individual provides the foundation for our work with university students and school communities.

Our state and nationally accredited programs integrate theory with practice and meet rigorous academic and professional standards. Our collaborative and highly qualified faculty members guide candidates on their journey of professional and personal discovery.

Goals for professional preparation programs

  • Competence: Professionals
    • use reflective research-based models to improve professional practice and consistently apply professional standards for content and pedagogy within their disciplines;
    • use and incorporate a variety of tools and strategies, including technology and communication formats;
    • demonstrate professionalism in interactions, appearance, and behaviors; and d) construct learning environments and experiences using data-driven decision making; and e) demonstrate culturally-responsive practice.
  • Experience: Professionals
    • are accepting of feedback and engage in reflective practice;
    • create learning environments based on research and best practice; and
    • work as an active part of a learning community.
  • Social Justice: Professionals
    • demonstrate respect for the diversity, dignity and worth of individuals, and
    • create effective learning environments that recognize commonalities while affirming diversity in all its forms.

Step Into the Future - Today

St. Bonaventure's Classroom of the Future allows students to stay ahead of the technology curve and become more passionate about teaching.

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