Purpose of T.A.F.E.
1. To learn about the teaching profession, its opportunities, responsibilities, and its important role in our democracy.
2. To explore personal interests and abilities in relation to the various fields of teaching.
3. To cultivate the qualities of personality, character, and leadership which are essential in good teaching.
4. To learn how and where teachers recieve thier training, the cost, scholarships available, number of years required, certification requirments, and standards.
5. To study the lives and influence of great teachers.
T.A.F.E. Pledge
As a T.A.F.E. member, I hereby pledge to promote positive attitudes regarding all noble aspects of education, to acknowledge the challenging role of the teaching profession, and to provide service and leadership within my school and community.
Membership
Membership is open to any student who is interested in exploring teaching as a career, and who has the high qualities of character, service, scholarship, and leadership that are essential to becoming a good teacher.