Stage IV: Precondition 2. Enrollment and Completion

Precondition 2	Examples of Acceptable Evidence	Statement of Assurance
Once a candidate is accepted and enrolls in an educator preparation program, the approved program sponsor must offer the approved program, meeting the adopted standards, until the candidate: completes the program; withdraws from the program; is dropped from the program based on established criteria; or is admitted to another approved program to complete the requirements, with minimal disruption, for the authorization. In the event the program closes, a teach out plan, which includes individual transition plans for each candidate as well as a plan for candidates and graduates to access their student records would need to be developed.	A statement of assurance by Unit Head (Dean, Superintendent) that the institution understands that once it enrolls candidates that candidates must be able to complete the program even if the program plans to close. The statement should include an assurance covering all language in i-iv. AND A copy of or link to the institution’s teach out plan in the event the programs would close or a description of the teach- out plan (sufficiently specific) about how the institution will provide for candidates needs and ability to complete a program.	Precondition 2 signed letter Teach-out plan for candidates in the event of program closure Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation (MLFC) is committed to supporting students in completing the program they started, even in the unlikely event of program discontinuation. Our extensive experience in program management and commitment to student success ensures a well-structured and transparent teach-out process. Below is our plan, aligned with the ASU Graduate College Policy Manual and our Statement of Assurance: Notification of program closure The associate division director will formally notify the admission office at ASU to close applications for future semesters, ensuring no new students are admitted into the program. The associate division director will also notify the executive director of marketing and advancement to remove the program from the MLFC website and cease all recruitment activities. EdPlus will be informed of the closure to discontinue all advertising efforts for the affected program(s). Advising and support for current students The associate division director will immediately engage with the Graduate Advising Team to develop a detailed plan for supporting all currently enrolled students. This plan will include an audit of each student’s progress and a pathway for completing their degree requirements. Per ASU Graduate College policy, active students in a disestablished program are guaranteed the ability to complete their program of study, provided they maintain continuous enrollment and satisfactory academic progress. Course availability and scheduling The associate division director, in collaboration with the Graduate Advising Team, will meet regularly to determine the specific courses required by students in the teach-out plan. Courses critical to the teach-out process will be prioritized and scheduled in a timely manner to ensure that all students can complete their program without delay. Communication with stakeholders Students will receive clear, ongoing communication about their options, the teach-out plan and available support services. Faculty, staff and external stakeholders (e.g., fieldwork placement partners) will also be kept informed to ensure a smooth transition for all involved. Support services MLFC will provide additional advising and academic support to affected students, including dedicated advising sessions, access to mental health resources and career counseling as they transition through the program’s completion. Faculty and staff involved in the teach-out plan will be trained to address student concerns and maintain the high-quality standards MLFC is known for. Experience in managing program changes MLFC has successfully managed program transitions and adjustments in the past, demonstrating its ability to maintain student satisfaction and program integrity during times of change. Our proactive approach ensures that no student is left without a clear and feasible pathway to completing their educational goals. Through this comprehensive and student-centered teach-out plan, MLFC reaffirms its dedication to upholding the academic and professional aspirations of its candidates, even under challenging circumstances.

Precondition 2

Examples of Acceptable Evidence

Statement of Assurance

Once a candidate is accepted and enrolls in an educator preparation program, the approved program sponsor must offer the approved program, meeting the adopted standards, until the candidate:

completes the program;

withdraws from the program;

is dropped from the program based on established criteria; or

is admitted to another approved program to complete the requirements, with minimal disruption, for the authorization.

In the event the program closes, a teach out plan, which includes individual transition plans for each candidate as well as a plan for candidates and graduates to access their student records would need to be developed.

A statement of assurance by Unit Head (Dean, Superintendent) that the institution understands that once it enrolls candidates that candidates must be able to complete the program even if the program plans to close. The statement should include an assurance covering all language in i-iv.

AND

A copy of or link to the institution’s teach out plan in the event the programs would close or a description of the teach- out plan (sufficiently specific) about how the institution will provide for candidates needs and ability to complete a program.

Precondition 2 signed letter

Teach-out plan for candidates in the event of program closure

Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation (MLFC) is committed to supporting students in completing the program they started, even in the unlikely event of program discontinuation. Our extensive experience in program management and commitment to student success ensures a well-structured and transparent teach-out process. Below is our plan, aligned with the ASU Graduate College Policy Manual and our Statement of Assurance:

Notification of program closure
- The associate division director will formally notify the admission office at ASU to close applications for future semesters, ensuring no new students are admitted into the program.
- The associate division director will also notify the executive director of marketing and advancement to remove the program from the MLFC website and cease all recruitment activities.
- EdPlus will be informed of the closure to discontinue all advertising efforts for the affected program(s).
Advising and support for current students
- The associate division director will immediately engage with the Graduate Advising Team to develop a detailed plan for supporting all currently enrolled students. This plan will include an audit of each student’s progress and a pathway for completing their degree requirements.
- Per ASU Graduate College policy, active students in a disestablished program are guaranteed the ability to complete their program of study, provided they maintain continuous enrollment and satisfactory academic progress.
Course availability and scheduling
- The associate division director, in collaboration with the Graduate Advising Team, will meet regularly to determine the specific courses required by students in the teach-out plan.
- Courses critical to the teach-out process will be prioritized and scheduled in a timely manner to ensure that all students can complete their program without delay.
Communication with stakeholders
- Students will receive clear, ongoing communication about their options, the teach-out plan and available support services.
- Faculty, staff and external stakeholders (e.g., fieldwork placement partners) will also be kept informed to ensure a smooth transition for all involved.
Support services
- MLFC will provide additional advising and academic support to affected students, including dedicated advising sessions, access to mental health resources and career counseling as they transition through the program’s completion.
- Faculty and staff involved in the teach-out plan will be trained to address student concerns and maintain the high-quality standards MLFC is known for.
Experience in managing program changes
MLFC has successfully managed program transitions and adjustments in the past, demonstrating its ability to maintain student satisfaction and program integrity during times of change. Our proactive approach ensures that no student is left without a clear and feasible pathway to completing their educational goals.

Through this comprehensive and student-centered teach-out plan, MLFC reaffirms its dedication to upholding the academic and professional aspirations of its candidates, even under challenging circumstances.