Absences, Important Commitments and Dates to Note
Substantial commitments of time and energy are required to successfully complete the credential program. The Internship is a full-time, two-year commitment. Childcare, outside work and other commitments must be managed previous to beginning Internship.
While not a comprehensive list, Interns must attend/adhere to the following events/assignments:
- Internship Orientation
- edTPA deadlines
- District/School academic calendar
- School-site meetings (faculty meetings, grade-level meetings, Back-to School nights, parent-teacher conferences, etc.)
- School-site field trips
- School-site testing days
Teacher Interns are encouraged to plan ahead. Events such as weddings and vacations are not considered excused absences. Failure to participate in an online class by the seventh day may result in the student being dropped from the course and/or administratively withdrawn from the University. Teacher Interns must also become familiar with their school district’s attendance policies and follow those procedures for absences which may include creating substitute plans. More than three absences and more than three tardies will not be tolerated. Excessive absences can lead to removal from the program. Teacher Interns must notify the University Supervisor and Site Mentor in case of tardiness or absence, as early as possible and prior to the start of the school day (email, text, or phone).