Saint Paul Public Schools and the University of St. Thomas are extremely excited about our Urban Teacher Residency (SUTR) program!

This program aims to recruit, prepare, support and retain highly qualified teachers from underrepresented backgrounds who reflect our diverse student population in SPPS. SUTR provides an affordable, accelerated program to earn a Minnesota teaching license and master’s degree in 15 months from the University of St. Thomas.

Video: About the SUTR Program

View a short presentation about how the SUTR program works.

Form: Inquire about the SUTR program here

Want to learn more about the SUTR program? Fill out this form and we will contact you.

Resident and Mentor Teacher Handbook

This SUTR Program Handbook outlines policies and procedures for residents and mentor teachers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to frequently asked questions about the SUTR program.