Tarleton Fort Worth and Outreach Locations

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Allow me to introduce Naomi, an Early Childhood Education major from Tarleton’s Fort Worth Campus. She’ll talk about her experience as a non-traditional student, and why Tarleton Fort Worth was the perfect fit on her journey to become a teacher. In addition to the flagship campus in Stephenville, Tarleton also has locations in Fort Worth, Waco, Midlothian, Bryan, and online. Naomi, you’re up.

– Thanks for that intro, Alex, and shout out to my fellow Texans. When researching the best and most affordable Texas elementary education programs, Tarleton was an obvious choice. I’m a non-traditional working student, so for those working and attending college full-time, Tarleton is for you. My advisors plan my entire degree program around my full-time job. I’ve balanced work and school while still maintaining a high GPA. That’s huge. I’m a student at the rapidly growing Fort Worth campus. I became a student soon after its opening and love it. An amazing aspect has been the student to professor ratio. Because of the classroom size, I’ve built lasting relationships with classmates and professors. It’s important to know that the work done in the classroom is authentic and meaningful. My professors focus on project-based learning that truly prepares us for the field. That is why local schools have said they hire Tarleton grads first. Tarleton’s Elementary Education Program takes Texas teacher certification testing seriously. They make sure you’re prepared to pass all the exams the first time, and I did! I’m now certified in early childhood through sixth grade, English as a second language, the science of teaching, reading, and special education, all because of Tarleton’s rigorous program built for my success. Tarleton Fort Worth offers several other degree programs in criminal justice, sociology, business, nursing, and even their medical laboratory sciences program, which makes a huge impact on the community by preparing professionals to serve North Central Texas and the entire state. Because of Tarleton, I am now ready to be an impactful teacher in my dream career. I’ve learned more than I could have imagined when I first applied, and I am forever grateful to my professors and advisors for guiding me through that process. So, come on future Tarleton Texans, and back to you, Alex.

– Students are going to be so lucky to be in your class. Thanks for sharing your story, Naomi. Take care.