Facilitator: Dr. Carmen Concepcion

This session introduces TEACH Miami, an innovative teacher apprenticeship program developed by Miami Dade College through the Hawkins Grant. Designed to build a diverse pipeline of future educators, the program offers dual enrollment, job-embedded training, and a seamless path from high school to teacher certification.

High school principals will learn how to partner with MDC to support students through this “Grow Your Own” model, addressing teacher shortages while empowering local talent to lead in the classroom.