Yakima Valley College’s Bachelor of Applied Science in Teacher Education (BAS-TE) program, in partnership with Central Washington University, will host an Ed After Hours event on October 17 from 5 – 7 p.m. in the Kaminski Conference Center, 1704 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Building #38. The free event includes an evening of conversation featuring local education leaders offering advice for new teachers. Participants will also learn about YVC’s BAS-TE program and the master’s education programs at CWU.

October's event will center around counter-storytelling, truth-telling and inclusive curriculum. Attendees will learn about ways to create and hold space for diverse voices and student experiences. Participants can register to attend in person or join the session via Zoom.

About the Speaker

Kenderick O. “K.O.” Wilson manages the development and implementation of the Department of Black Male Teacher Recruitment, Retention, and Certification for the Kingmakers of Oakland group and is a program manager for the Washington State Professional Educator Standards Board. Wilson is the founding program manager of the Academy for Rising Educators program based in the Seattle Public Schools' "homegrown" teacher talent initiative which focuses on assisting high school students, instructional assistants and community members in entering the field of education as certified teachers. Wilson has a doctorate of educational leadership from the University of Washington. His identity and experiences influence his commitment to behavioral economics and critical race research.

YVC’s BAS-TE program offers multiple pathways leading to teacher certification in K-8 schools with optional endorsements for English Language Learner and Early Childhood Education. The program is residency-based with candidates completing an intensive residency experience (student teaching) that provides hands-on work in K-8 classrooms under the guidance of a mentor teacher and field supervisor within local partner schools. In addition to residency experiences, candidates complete core courses, which are delivered in a hybrid format combining face-to-face evening and online classes.

For more information about the BAS in Teacher Education program or this event email bas-te@yvcc.edu or call 509.834.4537.