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Winter 2001
Volume 7 Number 2
New Teachers:

From Surviving to Thriving

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photo, Lemil Speed
Lemil Speed was a banker before he switched careers and found his calling. He credits the Portland Teachers Project with providing the comfort and comradeship that made the transition possible. His story is documented in Pipeline to Tomorrow

In This Issue

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Facing the Future
Meeting the need for qualified teachers will require fresh ideas, including better support for rookies and more training for mentors.

Building a Teacher's 'Repertoire' Takes Time, Training
Dean of the University of Washington College of Education is helping to pave a more coherent pathway into teaching.

Under the Same Sun
In rural Alaska, village residents are discovering they can grow into the teaching profession without having to travel far from home.

Mr. Fisher Finds His Calling
A rookie teacher navigates the rough waters of the first year with a classroom of Oregon fourth-graders.

Pipeline to Tomorrow
A model program recruits, sustains, and inspires teachers of color.

Surviving the Crossfire
In Walla Walla, Washington, a school district earns praise for its wise approach to mentoring new teachers.

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