Donovan Urban Teaching Scholars Program | Virtual Info-Session
Boston College's Donovan Urban Teaching Scholars Program is a one-year master's program that prepares the next generation of urban educators.
Dr. Ashana Hurd, Ed.D., is hosting a virtual information session exclusively for BPS staff. It's a chance to ask your questions directly and see whether this accelerated pathway fits your career goals.
Why attend:
Finish in one year. The program runs across four semesters (Summer, Fall, Spring, and Summer) in one of these areas:
Early Childhood Education
Elementary Education
Secondary Education
Moderate Special Needs
Significant tuition support. Every Donovan Scholar receives at least 50% tuition remission.
A tailored financial package. The program works with each scholar to build a generous package that may include additional grants, scholarships, and internships.
A purpose-driven cohort. You'll learn alongside peers grounded in social justice, critical inquiry, and community building.
Dr. Ashana Hurd
Dr. Ashana Hurd serves as Assistant Dean of Urban Outreach and Professional Development in the Lynch School of Education and Human Development at Boston College. Raised in Boston with deep roots in her Guyanese Caribbean heritage, Dr. Hurd has dedicated her career to strengthening urban education and preparing high-quality teachers for city schools.
A Boston College alumna, Dr. Hurd holds a Bachelor's degree in History, a Master of Education in Elementary Education, a Certificate of Advanced Educational Specialization in Education Leadership, and a Doctor of Education degree. As a 2003 graduate of the Donovan Urban Teaching Scholars Program, she now directs the program, preparing the next generation of educators for urban classrooms.
Before returning to Boston College in 2019, Dr. Hurd spent nearly two decades in the Boston Public Schools as an elementary school teacher and Vice-Principal at the Jackson Mann K-8 School in Brighton. Her classrooms were known for fostering academic achievement and a genuine love of learning through innovative teaching methods and strong relationships with students and families.
In her current role, Dr. Hurd oversees teacher certification programs, professional development initiatives, and partnerships with school districts, including the Bilingual Education Cohort and paraprofessional pipeline programs with Boston Public Schools. She believes cultural diversity enriches the educational experience and helps all students reach their full potential.
Register today – all are welcome!