Our 100 Teaching Fellows
Meet the largest Teaching Fellows cohort in Lander's 25-year history—100 future educators committed to transforming South Carolina classrooms
Class of 2025-2029 Cohort
100 Fellows Strong - Our Largest Cohort Ever!
2025-2026 Cohort Group Photo
Our historic cohort of 100 Teaching Fellows - the largest in Lander's 25-year program history!
📸 Official cohort photo from our fall orientation - showcasing the unity and excellence of our Teaching Fellows community
Teaching Fellows President
Cassy Rollins
Leading 100 Fellows with vision and dedication
Teaching Fellows Vice President
Kylee Carreras
Supporting our cohort's growth and success
Fellows Making a Difference
Our fellows in action, teaching and inspiring students across South Carolina
Teaching Fellows participating in professional development and classroom activities
Success Stories
Alumni making a difference in South Carolina schools
Lisa Martinez
Class of 2019 • Teaching in Columbia
"The Teaching Fellows program gave me the confidence and skills to lead positive change in my school. In just three years, I've helped implement a school-wide literacy initiative that improved reading scores by 25%."
Robert Kim
Class of 2017 • Principal in Charleston
"Starting as a Teaching Fellow shaped my entire career trajectory. The leadership development prepared me not just to teach, but to lead. I'm now a principal at 28, working to create equitable opportunities for all students."
Fellows in Action
See what our fellows are accomplishing in their communities
Reading Programs
Fellows have established after-school reading programs serving over 200 students annually
Mentorship
Current fellows mentor high school students, inspiring the next generation of educators
Community Gardens
School garden projects teaching sustainability and healthy eating to elementary students