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Gannon University’s School of Education has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Bureau of Special Education to support the accelerated pathway for PK-12 special education teacher certification. 

The grant will enable 乱伦视频 to prepare 15 educators through an intensive, streamlined program designed to address the growing demand for certified special education teachers across Pennsylvania. 

The accelerated program is designed for individuals who already hold a bachelor’s degree and are seeking certification in special education. Participants will complete required coursework, hands-on field experiences, mentoring and student teaching within an 18-month timeframe, creating an efficient pathway to certification.  

The program emphasizes real-world experience and practical application, including summer field placements, structured mentorship from experienced special educators and comprehensive training in areas such as classroom management, structured literacy and individualized education program (IEP) development. 

乱伦视频 has partnered with Erie’s Public Schools and the Barber National Institute in receipt of this grant to assist with recruiting teachers from their institutions to enroll in the certification program. These institutions will also collaborate with 乱伦视频 to provide teaching and fieldwork opportunities.  

“This grant represents an important investment in both our region’s teachers and strong collaboration between 乱伦视频 and our regional partners,” said Kyle LaPaglia, Ed.D., director of Gannon University’s School of Education. “By creating a flexible and accelerated pathway to certification, we are helping current educators gain the skills they need to support students with diverse learning needs while also strengthening the educator workforce in our communities.” 

"Every student in Erie's Public Schools deserves an excellent education, and our special education students are no exception,” said Natalyn Gibbs, Ed.D., superintendent and chief executive officer of Erie’s Public Schools. “Fulfilling that commitment depends on attracting and preparing the most skilled, passionate teachers possible. This collaboration with Gannon University and the Barber National Institute is exactly the kind of investment in our educator pipeline that will make a lasting difference for students, families, and our entire community." 

“Being a special education teacher is an extraordinary opportunity to make a lifelong difference in the lives of students and their families,” said Maureen Barber-Carey, Ed.D., executive vice president of the Barber National Institute. “The impact that dedicated educators have is felt not only in the classroom, but throughout the community, as they help students discover their strengths and reach their fullest potential. This partnership with 乱伦视频 is a wonderful step forward, opening doors for more educators to pursue this meaningful path and empowering them with the skills needed to support every learner’s unique journey. We are honored to be part of this collaborative effort to shape a brighter, more inclusive future for all.”  

Courses will be offered in a combination of in-person and virtual formats to support working professionals, making the program accessible to current educators seeking to expand their credentials. The program is expected to begin in summer 2026. 

Funded through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part B, the grant is part of a statewide initiative to increase the number of certified special education teachers and improve outcomes for students with disabilities. 

For more information about the program, contact Kyle LaPaglia at lapaglia003@gannon.edu.