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Teacher and Paraeducator Registered Apprenticeship Pilot Grant Program

UCSD is excited to be partnering with Johnston CSD, West Des Moines CSD, and Dallas Center-Grimes CSD as recipients of Governor Reynolds’ new Teacher and Paraeducator Registered Apprenticeship Pilot Grant Program. Collectively, we have been awarded $3,681,641 in funding for this program. 

This program will provide opportunities for current Urbandale High School students and adults to earn their paraeducator certificate and associate’s degree. It will also provide current paraeducators an opportunity to earn their bachelor’s degree all while working in the classroom. If you are interested in this new program, please contact UCSD Director of Teaching & Learning Mr. Brandon Schrauth schrauthb@urbandaleschools.com

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