ICN and ESL PROGRAMS
Applications are currently being accepted for the following programs:
Associate of Arts in Leadership Studies: 2 1/2 year program designed for para-educators and other pre-service teacher candidates to complete the first half of a career ladder teaching degree program, culminating in an AA degree.
AALS Application (legal size - 14” paper required for printing)
AALS Schedule
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary or Secondary Education: 2 1/2 year program designed as the second step of the career ladder program for paraprofessionals and other pre-service teacher candidates. This program is also a great fit for anyone with a B.A. in a field outside of education seeking teaching licensure. Scholarships are available.
BA Application (legal size - 14” paper required for printing)
BA Schedule
English as a Second Language Endorsement: This 18 credit hour ICN program is designed for teachers and administrators who want to add the ESL K-12 endorsement to a current Iowa educator's license.
ESL Enrollment Form
ESL Endorsement Course Offerings
Mail applications to:
Admissions
William Penn University
201 Trueblood Avenue
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
Download Distance Learning Program brochure here
For more information, please contact:
Dr. Jobi B. Lawrence
EASL Program Administrator
William Penn University
Office: (641) 673-2125
E-mail: lawrencej@wmpenn.edu
2009 Our Kids Summer Institute
Our Kids Summer Institute is designed around the philosophy of team-based learning and features nationally recognized speakers, ELL teaching strategies in the content areas, and experiential training in cross-cultural competence. Participants return to their respective professional roles with a wealth of ideas and resources and are accountable for implementing and documenting their learning. Our Kids Summer Institute has become a vital link in Iowa that educators rely on to maintain a supportive network for the infusion of ELL best practice.
Download Registration Form.
Download Quick Schedule.
Download Save the Date flyer.