What is the Call Me MiSTER Program? Call Me MiSTER (Mentors Instructing Students Toward Effective Role Models) is a nationally acclaimed teacher recruitment and preparation program designed to increase the number of highly qualified teachers in South Carolina public schools.
History Founded in 2001, Call Me MiSTER was created to address the critical shortage of minority male teachers in America’s classrooms.
Accepted Education Majors Early Childhood Education Elementary Education Middle Level Education Secondary Education (Math, English, Science) Music Education Art Education
How We Support Future Educators Tuition Assistance for students declaring a major in education Academic support and professional mentorship A cohort system designed for growth and development Clinical experiences throughout the school year and summer Living-Learning Community Housing
Tuition Assistance 0 – 59 credit hours $5,000 each academic year 60+ credit hours $10,000 each academic year
Who Should Apply? High School Seniors who: Have a heart for servant leadership Desire leadership development Want to become a transformational educator
Application Process Admitted to Claflin University Submit Application to the program Interview (Virtual or In-Person)