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This program is a strategic partnership between IPS, Department of Labor and Marian University. Below showcases the components of work apprentices work through during their time within the program and how that builds to be the complete packages of the Teacher Apprentice Program.
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Orientation Information
Orientation Information
Registered Teacher Apprentice Infomation
Registered Teacher Apprentice Infomation
Learning Community Time
Learning Community Time
January 22nd and February 19th
January 22nd and February 19th
Learning about ENL Supports with the ENL team
Spotlight on SIOP Strategies
Spotlight on SIOP Strategies
The ENL team provided a masterclass in how SIOP (Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol) strategies transition from a textbook concept to a daily necessity. Our apprentices explored how intentional language support empowers students while maintaining high academic standards.
Beyond the pedagogy, these sessions allowed our apprentices to:
See the "Why": Understand how the ENL team directly supports schools and teachers.
Expand Their Network: Build relationships with district experts they will collaborate with for years to come.
Contextualize Coursework: Witness how their Marian University curriculum aligns with our district's specific instructional goals.
February 5th, 2026
February 5th, 2026
Learning Walks at Ernie Pyle School 90
Our Indianapolis Public Schools Registered Teacher Apprentice Program visited Ernie Pyle Elementary, our Paideia elementary school, to see how critical thinking and inquiry-based learning take root in the earliest grades during a learning walk episode. Our future teachers saw firsthand how different teaching styles shape student outcomes.
Why these visits matter:
Contextual Learning: It’s one thing to study pedagogy; it’s another to see it live in a classroom.
Cross-District Exposure: Apprentices get to see how different school models operate within our district ecosystem.
January 8, 2026
January 8, 2026
Bridging theory and practice in action!
This past Thursday, our Indianapolis Public Schools Registered Teacher Apprentices participated in learning walks at CFI 2, observing instruction in 1st, 3rd, and 4th grade classrooms.
Seeing our apprentices apply their Marian University Indianapolis coursework to analyze real classroom environments—rigor, management, and instructional strategies—is exactly what makes our apprenticeship model so powerful.
Preparing teachers through authentic, school-based experiences is the future of educator preparation.
December 4, 2025
December 4, 2025
The Registered Teacher Apprentices successfully completed Part 2 of our professional development series with Matthew Radcliffe of the Equitable Supports Team this week! Building on the foundation of positive teacher language, our team dove deep into the philosophy and application of Restorative Practices (RP).
The session clarified that effective RP is not about rules, but about being proactive, repairing harm and strengthening relationships within the community. We analyzed the Restorative Discipline Window and practiced using Restorative Chats and Affective Questions to move from a punitive approach to a collaborative one. Our goal is to ensure every apprentice can proactively build a positive classroom culture where relationships are the priority.
November 6th, 2025
November 6th, 2025
We kicked off the session by synthesizing eight weeks of learning, reflecting on the incredible growth our apprentices have demonstrated in the classroom and connecting their experience directly to their Marian University coursework.
The academic deep dive continued with our K-5 Math Coaching Coordinator, Todd Agee, who led a fantastic session focused on how students learn math within our district's current approach, ensuring all our instructional strategies align with state standards.
The most thrilling moment was the presence of our valued partners: the Talent Acquisition team, the Foundation, and Power & Sons. They joined us to celebrate our commitment to the program by awarding funds to cover tuition costs and providing an incredible stipend for each apprentice this school year!
Finally, the Talent Team provided practical next steps, detailing the necessary process for apprentices to leverage prior teaching experience and receive credit toward their official On-the-Job Learning (OJL) hours.
This session solidified the partnership between our district, Marian University, and our industry sponsors, setting our apprentices up for success both financially and instructionally.
Learning Walks
Learning Walks
October 2nd, 2025
October 2nd, 2025
This week, our cohort of Registered Teacher Apprentices had the opportunity to complete Learning Walks at Brookside Elementary School. This is Devonnae's school that she is an apprentice at this school year. There was enriching discussion about each of the rooms visited and interest in learning more about how teachers construct small group effectively.
Learning Community Time
Learning Community Time
September 18, 2025
September 18, 2025
This week, our cohort of Registered Teacher Apprentices had an incredible session with the IPS Equitable Supports Team. We dove deep into the art of classroom management, not just as a set of rules, but as an opportunity to connect with and empower every student.
This is what makes our partnership with the Department of Labor and Marian University so special. It's about combining real-world experience with thoughtful, human-centered professional development. So proud of our classified staff for embracing this journey and for their commitment to becoming the best teachers they can be.
Building Positive Classroom Culture_ Relationships, Expectations, and Language.pdfSeptember 4, 2025
September 4, 2025
Our Indianapolis Public Schools Registered Teacher Apprenticeship program is dedicated to empowering and educating the next generation of teachers.
This week, our apprentices focused on unit internalization to move beyond the script and prepare for purposeful instruction.
The session, led by ELA K-5 Coaching Coordinator Michael McFadden, covered the process of unpacking the unit, connecting to past and future lessons, and mapping out how students will demonstrate what they've learned.
August 19, 2025
August 19, 2025
This week, our Apprentices gathered to strengthen their skills and share reflections as part of the Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Program.
Apprentices explored tools like Craft Education for tracking OJL hours and competencies, reflected on their first class experiences, and engaged in strategies for time management and organization—including task batching, the Eisenhower Matrix, and the Pomodoro Technique.
August 14, 2025
August 14, 2025
Exciting things are underway with the Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Program (RTAP)!
This week’s onboarding session gave future educators a holistic overview of the program—from degree and licensure requirements to linking on-the-job learning with coursework.
We’re thrilled to see these aspiring teachers take their first steps in combining hands-on practice with meaningful preparation for the classroom.
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