No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Legislation
Applicants will no longer be able to enter the classroom until they meet the "highly qualified" requirements. Progress through the program will be structured so all applicants can obtain this status as soon as possible. Please try to attend an informational meeting for details.
Information Meetings for June 2008-Summer Admission
| Date | Time | Place |
| Thursday, August 14 | 6-7 p.m. | Wilson Building, Room 101 |
| Thursday, October 9 | 6-7 p.m. | Wilson Building, Room 124 |
| Saturday, November 15 | 10-11 a.m. | Wilson Building, Room 102 |
| The Wilson Building is located at 506 Green Ave. in downtown Orange. | ||
Important Information for all ACE Applicants
As of June 30, 2006, according to the NCLB legislation, you will not be eligible for an internship unless you meet the following criteria for being "highly qualified." School districts will not be able to extend you a contract unless you are NCLB "highly qualified."
| Certification Area | Requirement to meet "Highly Qualified" |
| EC-4 | Pass the TExES |
| Grade 4-6 Core subjects | Pass the content TExES |
| Special Education EC-12 | Pass the Special Education TExES |
| Grades 7-12 Core subjects | Academic major or, 24 hours in subject (12-upper level) or, pass the content TExES |
ACE Staff
| Judy Williams ACE Program Coordinator (409) 882-3043 Judy.Williams@lsco.edu |
Lisa Sparks Certification Officer (409) 882-3994 Lisa.Sparks@lsco.edu |
| Joanie Gaspard Secretary (409) 882-3043 Joanie.Gaspard@lsco.edu |
Roseanne Jungen Clerk II (409) 882-3070 Roseanne.Jungen@lsco.edu |
A Message from the Director
Lamar State College-Orange offers a high-quality teacher certification program that addresses the needs of individuals interested in non-traditional routes to the teaching profession. The Accelerated Certification for Educators (ACE) Program prepares individuals who hold bachelors’ degrees for teacher certification by the state of Texas.
Lamar State College-Orange is committed to developing individuals who can contribute to society economically, culturally and socially. The college views itself as a service institution that combines quality programs with community need. Independent school districts in the Southeast Texas region are experiencing the same teacher shortages reported state and nationwide.
As one of the best resources for workforce development, LSC-O provides this teacher training for:
- baccalaureate degreed individuals presently in business/industry seeking a career change;
- college graduates seeking careers as professional educators; and
- teachers seeking permanent certification.
Baccalaureate degreed individuals have proven themselves competent as students and professionals. The ACE Program builds upon that solid foundation by providing the necessary training and preparation for teacher certification.
For more information contact the ACE Program staff at (409) 882-3043. You may also e-mail your questions to Judy.Williams@lsco.edu.
