WHAT IS EDUCATORS RISING?
Educators Rising is a national program designed to cultivate a new generation of skilled educators by guiding young people on a path from high school through college and into their teaching careers.
Indiana Educators Rising works to support and provide professional development opportunities to aspiring educators who will one day become educators in our Hoosier public schools.
To find more information about our national program, visit the website.
Curriculum and Programming
Educators Rising Curriculum provides experiences in which students work in real classrooms under the guidance of a cooperating teacher, allowing them to gain real-world experience and practice to refine their teaching skills.
Lessons are strongly anchored by the seven Educators Rising Standards and define what students exploring teaching need to know as they take their first steps on the path to accomplished teaching.
Review the following lesson plans:
February - Implementing Instruction
March - Using Assessments and Data Lesson
April - Engaging in Reflective Practice
Competition and Recognition
As students develop teaching skills, they deserve recognition for their growth. Educators Rising offers:
- National Competitions: Skill-based competitive events to stretch their creativity, commitment and professionalism.
- Micro-Credentials: Performance-based assessments that allow rising educators to showcase their growing skills.
- Honor Society: A way to elevate the image of teaching by highlighting high-achieving students who are dedicated to a career path in education.
Educators Rising State Conference
The Indiana Educators Rising Conference will take place on Feb. 13 at Vincennes University Jasper Campus. This conference is hosted by ISTA for high school students interested in pursuing a career in education.
National Conference
The 2026 Educators Rising National Conference is scheduled to take place June 20-23, 2026, in Portland, Oregon, at the Portland Convention Center. The 2026 Conference Theme will be Teach with Purpose, Lead with Passion.
Newsletters
ISTA Educators Rising staff liaison is Alene Smith.