The Beginning Teachers Assistance Program is holding a conference at the University of Missouri–St Louis:

The Fall 2010 conference will be held in October. The date will be announced shortly.
J.C. Penney Conference Center

Teachers who attend will:

• Develop professional relationships with university faculty to share best practices based on research
• Reflect on teaching practice 
• Cultivate an attitude of continuous improvement through reflection and discussion 
• Meet in a supportive environment where both professional and personal issues can be addressed 

First through fourth year K–12 teachers are invited to participate in BTAP for the academic year. Participants can be graduates of any college of education.

Attendance at the conference satisfies the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Beginning Teachers Assistance Program requirement for participation in a university/college-sponsored mentoring program. The program is required for advancement in state certification. Certificates of attendance will be provided at the conclusion of the day.

For more information about BTAP, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it associate dean for undergraduate education at (314) 516-6710.