Welcome to the Center for Teacher Leadership (CTL)

The Center for Teacher Leadership (CTL) within the School of Education of Virginia Commonwealth University’s is an excellence-driven institution of multiple programs that single-mindedly work to transform education. A strong belief held is that one of the fastest ways to improve student learning is to support and develop the teachers themselves, transforming them into confident, passionate leaders. Explore our site to learn more about our programs, mission, resources, and recent news.

Our Programs

RTR Teacher Residency Program (RTR)

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Virginia Adult Learning Resource Center (VALRC)

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Career
Switcher Program

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News

Jan. 16, 2025

VCU, CodeRVA to celebrate launch of VCU x CodeRVA Lab School

Virginia Commonwealth University and CodeRVA Regional High School will celebrate the official launch of the VCU x CodeRVA Lab School on Wednesday, January 17th, with a kickoff event featuring remarks from Gov. Glenn Youngkin, VCU President Michael Rao, Ph.D., and a student from the new lab school.

Nov. 21, 2024

VCU Names Kim McKnight a 2024 Alumni Star for Impact on the Teacher Shortage and Securing More than $30 Million in Funding

Virginia Commonwealth University has proudly named Kim McKnight, Ph.D., a 2024 Alumni Star, honoring her extraordinary impact on teacher preparation and her unwavering commitment to solving Virginia’s teacher shortage.

Oct. 2, 2024

US. Department of Education Awards $2.3 million to VCU’s RTR Teacher Residency

Virginia Commonwealth University’s RTR Teacher Residency program has received a $2.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to enhance and expand its efforts in preparing teachers and school leaders for high-need schools across Virginia

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