Why I Teach Quotes

Find several "Why I Teach" graphics in multiple sizes for social media, websites, and email. Each graphic includes sample text you can use. 

To download, visit TEACH Colorado's Brandfolder and scroll to "Social Media."

Flyers & Slide Decks

TEACH Colorado can help prospective students apply to your program, with application fee reimbursements, scholarships, and help with their statement of purpose or resume. 

Use these flyers and presentations during recruitment events. 

Visit the Brandfolder to find the latest flyers and presentations. 

$1,000 Scholarships & Application Fee Reimbursements for your prospects

Use these graphics on your website, in your presentations, and on social media to let prospective students know about the financial aid TEACH Colorado offers.

Find all the assets in Brandfolder, here.

Let your website visitors know!

Copy the text below and add to your website or promotional pages. Pair it with any of the visuals in Brandfolder. 

Considering our program? We’ve got you covered. Our partners at TEACH Colorado will help you apply with confidence. Sign up today for free access to: 

• $100 towards program application expenses
• 1-on-1 career coaching from local teachers
• Applications Made Easy how-to guides
• $1,000 scholarships to fund your education, and more!

Encourage and support your prospective applicants

Copy and paste these sample emails and edit to make them your own. Pair them with any of the images in our Brandfolder. 

Subject: Scholarships and other free support for your application

Email message:

[Greeting],

I hope this email finds you well. We are so excited that you are continuing to explore our educator preparation program. Teachers are community leaders, and we need more great teachers now more than ever.

I want to be sure you have all that you need to apply with confidence. I know that financing your education can be stressful and may be holding you up from finishing your application. So, I have some good news.

Our friends at TEACH Colorado are offering up to $1,100 in financial support to help you cover costs!

Cashing in is easy. Just follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Sign up to get unlimited access to TEACH Colorado’s free future teacher support services.

Step 2: Complete your [institution] application using TEACH resources like the Applications Made Easy Guides.

Step 3: Request your payback for up to $100 for application, testing, or enrollment-related expenses and fees.

Step 4: Enter to win the $1,000 TEACH Colorado scholarship by [date].*

Please, let me know if there’s anything else I can do to support your application process!

[Signature]

*Insert the most relevant of these deadlines, January 31, April 30, May 31, August 31, or December 31

Refer applicants you’re unable to admit for assistance

Subject: Connecting you to free career support

Email:

[Greeting],

Thank you for your interest in [your institution’s name]’s teacher preparation program. Although we are not able to admit you into our program at this time, our friends at TEACH Colorado can support you in getting certified to teach in Colorado through another program that may be a better fit for you.

When you’re trying to start a teaching career, there can be a lot to consider and keep track of. That’s why the Colorado State Department of Education created TEACHColorado.org, an online platform to support aspiring educators in becoming certified teachers. With TEACH Colorado, you can sign up for tools and services to help you navigate the process of becoming a teacher, including a free, 30-minute, 1-on-1 career coaching call with a current CO teacher to help you get started in choosing another program that’s right for you.

 Creating a free account gets you access to other free features, including:

• 1-on-1 expert advice and program recommendations from current CO teachers
• $100 in fee reimbursements towards application expenses
• How-to guides and resources about licensure, eligibility, applications, testing, and finances
• $1,000 scholarship opportunity, exclusive to TEACH Colorado

More than ever, Colorado students need dedicated teachers who will prepare them to shape the future of our state and nation. We hope you’ll consider taking advantage of these free resources to take steps towards becoming a Colorado teacher, and we wish you the best of luck on your journey.

 [Signature]