For many years, Deans, Directors of Teacher Education, Directors of Student Teaching, Certification Officers, Michigan Department of Education officials and others who have a keen interest in the preparation of Michigan K-12 teachers have met to discuss the pertinent issues of the day. This organization has been a sounding board as well as a forum for careful analysis of best practice in the preparation of teachers. Although at times there may be disagreement over controversial issues, the tone of debate has always been cordial. As such, this organization serves as a kind of fraternity/sorority of like-minded professionals who value highly their association with one another. With the ever increasing complexity of the certification process, it is reassuring to know that DARTEP continues to serve as a forum where accurate information can be disseminated.

DARTEP is in recess until next fall

DARTEP members,

I'd like to begin by acknowledging the work of Donna Fiebelkorn this past year as DARTEP President, and welcome to the executive committee Reuben Rubio as our new president-elect/secretary for 2009-2010. Hal Dittenber continues to serve as treasurer.

Next year's meeting schedule is tentatively as follows:
October 2, 2009 - Central Michigan University; Afternoon session: MACTE
December 4, 2009 - Clinton RESA; Afternoon session: presentation on relevant topic: TBD
February 5, 2010 - Clinton RESA; Afternoon session: Certification Officers training & update
April 9, 2010, - Siena Heights University, Adrian; Afternoon session: MACTE

Please review the materials described in Susan's email related to the MNRTC (posted to the listserv) and the post-BA program inventory and respond as appropriate. Also be alert to an invoice coming from MACTE (Steve Barbus) to defray the cost of the October TEAC conference. The fee will be proportional to the number attending from your institution, and will offset costs incurred by SVSU on our behalf to host that very valuable workshop.

David Myton, President

Two of our officers for 2009-10 are pictured below: Dave Myton, President, Lake Superior State University; and Reuben Rubio, Secretary and President-Elect, Spring Arbor University. Not pictured is Hal Dittenber, Treasurer, Wayne State University.