Marymount University’s Early Learning Academy earns recognition as Certified Schoolyard Habitat

The National Wildlife Federation (NWF) has recognized Marymount University’s Early Learning Academy (ELA) for successfully creating a Certified Schoolyard Habitat, demonstrating the University’s commitment to environmental stewardship and hands-on learning.  With this designation through the NWF’s Garden for Wildlife program, Marymount joins over 11,000 schools nationwide that have transformed their grounds into thriving wildlife habitats that provide essential elements all wildlife need — natural food sources, clean water, cover and places to raise their young. The […]

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Culturally Responsive Teaching in Elementary and Secondary Classrooms

Today’s teachers assume a powerful responsibility: They not only help students develop academic or social skills but also ensure that they understand their worth (and see worth in others). This is an undertaking built into every classroom, lesson, and interaction. Culturally responsive pedagogy gives today’s passionate and empathetic teachers the tools, support, and inspiration needed to […]

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MU expands access to graduate education for ADW teachers

MU expands access to graduate education for ADW teachers

  Marymount University’s School of Education and the Archdiocese of Washington (ADW) have signed a memorandum of understanding that establishes a partnership between the two institutions, which will result in expanded access to Marymount graduate programs for ADW teachers through an innovative pathway to licensure. Seeking to provide access to high-quality and accredited academic courses […]

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Marymount program among top in the U.S. for preparing future teachers in the science of reading

Marymount program among top in the U.S. for preparing future teachers in the science of reading

  The Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education program at Marymount University has been recognized by the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) for its rigorous preparation of future teachers in how to teach reading, earning an ‘A’ grade in NCTQ’s new report, Teacher Prep Review: Strengthening Elementary Reading Instruction. The program is among just […]

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MU graduate programs achieve national rankings for first time

Graduate programs at MU achieve national rankings for first time

  Three of Marymount University’s graduate programs were nationally ranked this week with the unveiling of the U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 Best Online Programs list. The University’s online Master’s in Business, Master’s in Education and Master’s in Nursing programs all debuted on the list, a first for the institution. This news follows Marymount’s […]

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