The purpose of the Zucker Family School of Education’s undergraduate and graduate programs is to serve the community by providing high quality programs to prepare middle and secondary teachers, professional educators, and school counselors. The mission of the Zucker Family School of Education at The Citadel is to support the development and preparation of individuals who are knowledgeable about the learning process and learners who are effective, ethical, and reflective educators prepared to assume leadership roles in the profession and community. With a focus on learner-centered education, they are effective in educating a diverse learner population to high academic standards.