Mirror Me is available to Chesterfield County high school juniors, seniors and college students pursuing degrees in education at Brightpoint Community College, Virginia Commonwealth University, and Virginia State University who are interested in becoming a teacher.

Program participants who successfully complete a teaching degree through VCU or VSU are guaranteed a teaching position in Chesterfield County Public Schools.

At the high school level, Mirror Me identifies juniors and seniors in Chesterfield Schools who have the aptitude and mindset for teaching and creates a pathway for them to reach that career goal in Chesterfield County through teaching programs at Brightpoint Community College, Virginia Commonwealth University, or Virginia State University. By connecting with students in its schools, the division can strengthen the teacher workforce and increase the number of diverse candidates who return to serve their community.

College students currently enrolled at Brightpoint Community College, Virginia Commonwealth University, or Virginia State University seeking a teaching degree can also enter the program.

Participants will receive support through mentoring programs and financial incentives throughout their undergraduate experience. Each participant will be guaranteed a teaching contract with Chesterfield County Public Schools upon graduation.

CCPS high school juniors, seniors, and students at Brightpoint, VCU, and VSU interested in the Mirror Me program should complete the application.

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More information: Email Dr. Carmen Waterford (carmen_waterford@ccpsnet.net)