Jones International University (JIU)©, a fully online university specializing in education and business degrees, has launched a scholarship program to support teacher training. JIU©'s School of Education has partnered with the Douglas County School District near Denver, Colorado to provide an estimated $1 million in scholarships. The funds will help over 100 teachers within the district advance their careers and complete continuing education requirements.
JIU© Helps Teachers Achieve Advanced Education Degrees
JIU©'s innovative scholarship program will provide support for advanced teacher training, including full scholarships for either master's or doctoral degrees in education. Teachers who participate in the program can earn their degree entirely online, using Jones International University's top-ranked distance learning tools.
Advancing Careers and Improving K-12 Education
JIU©'s $1 million scholarship initiative has generated excitement among teachers, district administrators, and the Douglas County community. "Jones International University is an outstanding partner of the Douglas County School District," commented Jim Christensen, superintendent of schools for the Douglas County School District. "We believe this new $1 million scholarship program will provide great opportunities for our teachers for their ongoing educational and training needs." Terry Rawls, vice-chancellor at JIU©, identified students as "the ultimate beneficiaries of this program," adding: "We look forward to the opportunity to help Douglas County teaching professionals be successful and excel in their careers."
Jones International University School of Education
Jones International University's School of Education features a full spectrum of continuing education courses and degrees for teachers. Students may work toward certificates, master's degrees, or a doctoral degree:
- Certificates (ESL, corporate training, e-learning technology)
- Master's Degrees (MEd in adult education, education leadership, K-12 educational technology, and many other specializations)
- Doctoral Degrees (EdD in K-12 education leadership)
- Education Specialist Degree (EdS)
Providing essential training in a range of education fields, Jones International University School of Education helps teachers take their education skills and careers to the next level.
