Invest in the Future of Education
Every gift removes barriers and prepares the next generation of teachers to lead with purpose.
Virginia’s Teacher Pipeline is Broken — We’re Fixing That.
Across Virginia and the nation, classrooms have experienced critical teacher shortages, undermining children’s access to the stable, high-quality learning experiences that are essential to their future success.
A number of expedited teacher training pathways have emerged to address these shortages, but research shows that teachers who are trained in expedited pathways leave the profession at a much higher rate.
George Mason University’s College of Education and Human Development Is Leading the Way.
Future Ready Teachers will rebuild the Virginia educator pipeline by removing barriers, strengthening preparation, and supporting the next generation of teachers. With deep regional partnerships and a strong track record of preparing successful educators, George Mason is positioned to make an immediate, meaningful impact on classrooms and communities.
- The average national 5-year retention rate for teachers is 56%, but for teachers from alternative pathways, it’s 25%. For CEHD grads teaching in Northern Virginia schools, it’s 79%.
- CEHD is the alma mater to one-third of teachers and more than half of administrators in Northern Virginia’s school districts.
- Every CEHD student graduates with hands-on classroom experience.
- George Mason is a top 5 school for best value in Virginia (U.S. News).
- George Mason is a top 50 public university nationally (Forbes).
Real Stories. Real Impact.
Every Dollar Makes a Difference.
Scholarship and Licensure Support
Removes financial barriers
Mentorship Program
Keeps teachers in classrooms