TEACH Scholars will also qualify for the following benefits
- PDHs
- VIP access to upcoming Academy events
- Access to University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign teacher resources
- Invitations to quarterly networking events
- $400 stipend
- General University/District recognition
- Opportunities to engage in year-long coaching cycles with teacher collaborators from the Center for Education in Small Urban Communities
- And more!
Eligibility
Selected teachers must commit to attend afternoon sessions on July 22-23 that include breakout sessions with keynote presenters, peer collaboration, and coaching cycles. Priority will be given to teachers in Champaign Unit 4, Urbana 116, and Rantoul Schools.
Registration for TEACH Academy 2026 is now CLOSED.
If you submitted an application prior to the April 17 deadline, you will be notified of your acceptance via email by May 1, 2026.
Please contact teach-academy@illinois.edu with any questions.