But she found that it was not enough to focus merely on her own classroom as a teacher. Along with numerous Fellows, Penny has combined her experience and leadership skills with her ideals and commitment to change. In order for anything to be a little bit different, people who know have to equip themselves to be part of that dialogue. In addition to a Master of Arts in Teaching degree, New York State Teacher Certification and New York City Licensure can also be obtained.
Most Fellows gain permanent appoint- ment at their schools following program completion.
Monthly cohort seminars and team meetings are also a required component, providing both a support network and a forum for topics of interest and concern. Whenever possible, Fellows are placed together in schools. The positive and negative aspects of the nation's largest city help to shape the nature of this program. The inherent demands and challenges are both grueling and exhilarating. The GRE is not required.