The Teacher Education Council of State Colleges and Universities (TECSCU) is an organization for the primary administrators of schools, colleges or departments of education in AASCU (American Association of State Colleges and Universities) institutions. TECSCU fulfills its commitments by working within and among its member institutions, with other organizations and with other policy makers by:

• Providing professional development for deans and directors;
• Disseminating scientifically-based research and effective practices;
• Enhancing deans’ and directors’ ability to influence local, state and regional policy;
• Collaborating with member institutions and other educational organizations; and
• Building coalitions with others interested in improving education.

TECSCU commits itself to the simultaneous and continuous renewal of public schools and the education of teachers and other educators.

• As TECSCU institutions, we are deeply committed to the highest quality educational preparation – only those who are fully prepared are licensed from our programs.

• We believe in the power of good teaching in order to continue to strengthen the individual and society.

• As TECSCU, we strive always to be institutions that provide the opportunity for diverse populations of students to access higher education and to enter the teaching profession as outstanding professionals committed to PreK – 12 learning.

• We assure the application of high standards and multiple criteria for student success for eligible students within our regions no matter their backgrounds or needs.

• We are committed to PreK – 16 learning based in the belief that “good enough is not enough.” We are committed to excellence in our candidates and in the learning achievement of their students; mediocrity is not acceptable.

• The basis for TECSCU educational preparation is the demonstrable knowledge that the economic and social success of America has been created by public schools and that our ability to maintain a strong democracy is dependent on a strong public school system.

• We are dedicated to continuing services to our graduates via professional development and excellent graduate programs as defined by districts, schools, teachers and our research based expertise.

Underlying TECSCU’s commitment and guiding its actions is the belief that educators impact our nation’s future by addressing the needs of a diverse and democratic society.

For more than 30 years, TECSCU has provided its members:

• Induction seminars for hundreds of deans;
• Fall and winter conferences for deans, directors and department chairs;
• Newsletters and assorted publications on relevant education issues;
• Direct connections for member institutions to AACTE and AASCU; and
• Opportunities for deans and directors to enhance their skills in public relations and communications.

TECSCU institutions are informed, involved and interconnected. Are you the primary administrator of the school, college, or department of education in an AASCU institution? Do you wish to join TECSCU? Contact: