Teaching in Chicago allows students amazing opportunities to learn about other cultures and gain an understanding of the problems of poverty and racism in a big city…I loved my students and gained confidence in an environment where few are comfortable. It built great skills!

Kristin Erickson, Northwestern College, Spring 2007

The teachers I worked with were amazing and I am still in contact with them now…I loved working in the city.

Jillian Forster, Trinity Christian College, Spring 2007

I can honestly say that I am ready to be a teacher! My confidence has grown, my communication skills have improved, and I know how to complete an interview….I have become more concerned with the gap between cultures, as well as the gentrification that is very present in Chicago.

Laura Nanninga, Central College, Fall 2006

Student teaching has prepared me for my future career as a secondary educator. So beneficial being in an urban setting!..I would LOVE to come back to live and work in Chicago!

Carrie Whitfield, Hope College, Fall 2006

I have become more independent and willing to go out and accomplish tasks. I attack problems quicker and have learned to better organize my time…Student teaching gave me confidence I needed in myself…I know for sure now teaching is what I want to do!

Katie Wigger, Calvin College, Fall 2006