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Career Academy of Utah Names Dr. Bonita Teasley Head of School
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Career Academy of Utah (CAU), a newly-established virtual charter school, has appointed Dr. Bonita Teasley as Head of School. With over 20 years in public education, Dr. Teasley aims to enhance student learning and compliance through a collaborative approach. CAU, part of the Stride Career Prep program, offers career-prep classes and the opportunity for students to earn college credits while still in high school. Enrollment is now open for Utah students in grades K-9, with plans for expansion to 12th grade in future years.
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Dr. Teasley brings 20 years of public school experience and a proven track record in school improvement.
CAU offers career-prep classes in various fields, enhancing student employability.
Students can earn college credits, potentially saving on future tuition costs.
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SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Career Academy of Utah (CAU), a newly-established virtual charter school for students throughout the state, has announced the hiring of Dr. Bonita Teasley as Head of School.
Dr. Teasley, a native of Texas, is a former teacher, campus administrator, and central office administrator, and college professor with a passion for educational leadership. Dr. Teasley has 20 years of public-school experience and has proven track record of leading improvement required schools out of turn around status.
In addition, Dr. Teasley worked for the University of Utah at the Sorenson Impact Center in a role that helped evaluate post-secondary outcomes for rural schools in Utah and Idaho.
Dr. Teasley’s leadership is centered around four pillars:
Student learning comes first
Equipping school staff and leadership with the skills to improve student outcomes
Fostering collaborative relationships with students’ families, communities, and industry stakeholders, and
Ensuring state and federal compliance
CAU is part of the Stride Career Prep program, offering students in their middle- and high-school years ideas and options for where they want to go and how they want to get there. Students who attend CAU can take career-prep classes in areas such as Health Sciences, Manufacturing Production, and Industrial Construction.
Whether their path leads them directly into the workplace or to higher education, Stride Career Prep provides students with the skills they need to get there. Eligible students can also earn college credits while still in high school, gaining a head start on higher education and potentially saving thousands of dollars in college tuition costs.
“With enrollment now open, I’m excited to pioneer this career-focused opportunity for Utah parents and students,” said Dr. Teasley, who earned a PhD in Education from the University of Texas at Austin in Education Policy and Planning. “CAU is NOT ‘emergency education’ as we experienced during the pandemic. Our students can expect high standards with an interactive curriculum delivered by Utah teachers. In addition, students can pair a solid academic foundation with hands-on learning experiences in career exploration.”
Enrollment in CAU’s tuition-free public school is currently open to Utah students in grades K-9 with expansion through 12th grade expected in subsequent years. For more information about CAU, visit https://cau.k12.com/.
About Career Academy of Utah
Career Academy of Utah (CAU) is a full-time online learning program for students statewide in grades K-9. CAU is tuition-free to Utah students and gives families the choice to access the curriculum provided by K12, a Stride, Inc. company (NYSE: LRN). Stride Career Prep offers learners of all ages an effective way to learn and build their skills for the future. For more information about CAU, visit https://cau.k12.com/.
Ken Schwartz Senior Manager, Corporate Communications
kschwartz@k12.com
Source: Stride, Inc.
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What is the Career Academy of Utah and its purpose?
The Career Academy of Utah (CAU) is a virtual charter school that offers students in grades K-9 in Utah a tuition-free education focused on career preparation.
Who has been appointed as Head of School at CAU?
Dr. Bonita Teasley has been appointed as Head of School at the Career Academy of Utah.
What educational programs does CAU offer?
CAU provides career-prep classes in areas such as Health Sciences, Manufacturing Production, and Industrial Construction.
How can students benefit from attending CAU?
Students at CAU can gain valuable skills, earn college credits, and prepare for future careers or higher education.
When is enrollment open for CAU?
Enrollment is currently open for Utah students in grades K-9, with expansion to 12th grade expected in the following years.
