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Urban Education

Center for Urban Education

Welcome to the Center for Urban Education

Are you ready to make a difference in teaching? You鈥檒l get the practical skills and real-world experience you need to succeed as an early childhood, elementary, or special education teacher. Located at UNC鈥檚 Denver Center at Lowry, CUE gives future educators in the Denver metro area direct access to UNC鈥檚 top teacher preparation programs.

Learn by Doing From Day One

As a student, you won鈥檛 just learn in the classroom, you鈥檒l learn in real classrooms. Through our unique apprenticeship model and strong partnerships with local schools and districts, you鈥檒l gain daily hands-on experience alongside your coursework. From your first day to graduation, you鈥檒l be immersed in real school settings, so you鈥檙e ready to step confidently into your own classroom after you graduate.

More Support, More Experience, More Confidence

You鈥檒l have the advantage of taking smaller class sizes, dedicated faculty, and personalized support. Connect with mentors, share experiences with classmates, and graduate with more teaching practice than many new teachers.

Diverse Schools, Real Impact

鈥淯rban鈥 means teaching in a multicultural school and you鈥檒l be ready for it. Our students learn to meet the needs of all kinds of learners and communities. Whether you choose to teach in urban, suburban, or rural schools, you鈥檒l have the skills and experience to thrive anywhere.

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