
Center for Transforming Alternative Preparation Pathways
Transforming Teacher Preparation. Accelerating Teacher Growth. Impacting PK-12 Students.

Why We Exist
CTAPP believes that a better prepared teacher will persist in the field longer. In partnering with excellent educator preparation programs, we strive to create robust teacher preparation pathways accessible to all candidates, specifically those serving in communities with richly diverse PK-12 student populations.
At CTAPP, we firmly believe that all teacher candidates deserve access to equitable, practice-driven preparation to ensure day one readiness. Together, CTAPP partners with educator preparation programs to implement a high-quality, sustainable teacher preparation model aimed at increasing teacher effectiveness, diversity, and retention.
Current Ongoings
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Questions?
Contact us and find how our technical assistance can benefit your educator preparation program, novice teacher candidates, and PK-12 students!
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CTAPP is currently seeking partners for the 2024-27 Transformation Fellowship. For more information, reach out to us or review our Frequently Asked Questions.
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Center for Transforming Alternative Preparation
Pathways (CTAPP) at Dallas College
1601 Botham Jean Blvd
Dallas, TX 75215