Emerly Martinez, (second from left) a second year TSTT teacher, conducts a workshop on "Survivng the First Year of Teaching."

Mission Statement

Today's Students, Tomorrow's Teachers' mission is to recruit, mentor, train and place economically challenged and culturally diverse students as future teachers and leaders who will inspire their students in the classroom and strengthen their communities."

Vision Statement

Today's Students, Tomorrow's Teachers is an independent, tax exempt 501C 3, non-profit organization that works collaboratively with school districts, colleges, individuals, and business partners….to become the premiere career development program for inspiring future teachers and a diverse talent pool of future leaders.

The Purpose

A career development program for the recruitment and mentorship of high
school students, especially students of color, into the teaching profession.

The Need

• Anticipated teacher shortages to serve markedly increased enrollments
  
  
• Severe shortage of qualified teachers of color to serve as role models for a rapidly increasing, culturally diverse, student population.

The Challenge

• To attract and employ highly qualified teachers to Putnam,Westchester, and
  Rockland Counties and other expanded areas which may be effectively served.
  
  
• To progress towards a staff of teachers which reflects the student
  population.

About the Program

• Collaborative effort among school districts, colleges, parents, businesses, and communities.
  
  
• Encourages high school students, particularly students of color, to enter the teaching profession by providing:
  
  • Internships
  • 50% Scholarships
  • Mentors
  • SAT Preparation
    
    
• Students return as highly qualified teachers and significant role models for a growing multicultural student environment.