This book explores the effects of the REACH program (Recruiting and Enlightening through Access to and Communication with High-need schools), a seven-year initiative devised to help find, attract, and prepare diverse teacher candidates interested in working with young children. The book analyzes how the program, set at a national liberal arts college in the US, used the three R's: recruitment, retention, and recognition, to successfully draw in diverse educators for young children who then go on to became leaders and role models in their schools and communities. Chapters examine ways to provide the academic, social, and enrichment supports necessary for diverse teacher candidates and identify current teacher education practices that are effective as well as opportunities for change.

Presents the findings from a seven-year longitudinal study on teacher preparation and induction Takes forward literature on teacher education and diversity programs Provides a framework for discussions around social justice and equity in and beyond the classroom

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Stephen T. Schroth is Professor of Early Childhood Education and Graduate Programs Director at Towson University, USA. He is the author of multiple monographs, book chapters, and articles, and has taught pre-service teachers and graduate students for twenty years.
Jason A. Helfer is Deputy Superintendent of Teacher and Leader Effectiveness for the Illinois State Board of Education. After serving as a classroom teacher in Illinois and in Texas, he worked for over a decade in higher education, serving in a variety of roles as a faculty member and administrator.

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Chapter 1. Lack of Diversity in the American Teaching Force.- Chapter 2. Teacher Education.- Chapter 3. Common Approach.- Chapter 4. Reach Approach.- Chapter 5. Outcome.- Chapter 6. Conclusion.