Why Peabody?

Peabody’s Graduate Elementary Ed. program offers a unique, educative experience that serves graduates in many ways beyond their time at Vanderbilt.

Take a look at what a few of our alumni have to say!

“Perhaps what sets Peabody apart from other education programs is that students not only learn about educational theory, they also have numerous opportunities to put that theory into practice in the classroom, reflect on those experiences with classmates and professors, and grow as educators from the thoughtful and regular feedback they receive.”

Lauren

“Vanderbilt prepared me well for teaching. Because of the university’s dedication to create an excellent teacher preparation program, I had a good idea of what to expect in my first year as a teacher. At Vanderbilt, I learned more than just academics. Working with a small, dedicated, and enthusiastic cohort helped me discover how to collaborate well with other teachers, which is invaluable in my career. In my future as a teacher, I will always be grateful to the university for instilling in me the foundation I needed to be a great teacher.”

Theresa

As a first year teacher, every day I appreciate how my graduate work and mentors at Peabody readied me to guide my own classroom of students.  Peabody prepared me to create a challenging, respectful learning environment that supports my students to be motivated learners, risk-takers, and critical thinkers. Furthermore, my graduate studies trained me to focus on meaningful, skill-based lessons.  My professors, coursework, and student teaching experiences taught me to be a reflective educator–analyzing and sharpening my instruction to best meet the needs of my students each day.

Caroline