The Maryland State Teacher Academy is designed to prepare high school students for future careers in the education profession. Students who wish to explore possible careers as teachers, paraprofessionals, guidance counselors, child psychologists, youth workers, and camp directors will develop fundamental knowledge, skills, and dispositions to prepare them for an education degree. The program includes traditional classroom instruction, field experiences at various grade levels, the creation of a professional portfolio, and ultimately, a professional internship completed with an experienced teacher.