8/18/2022

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Teamship: A new way to approach work-based learning

by Cheyenne McNeill | August 17, 2022

This summer, businesses across the state partnered with local school districts to hear pitches from students attempting to solve problems. This program, known as a Teamship, is just one way that the organization District C invites students to be part...

‘A multifaceted win’: Sanford faith leaders host back-to-school event with Central Carolina Community College

by Hannah Vinueza McClellan | August 17, 2022

Hundreds of people gathered in Sanford last Saturday to celebrate the coming school year with 1,000 hot dogs, 400 book bags, 150 dental care kits, and 30 adults connected to Central Carolina Community College’s (CCCC) short-term training programs. Local Black...

Perspective | Helping Latinx students and their families navigate the complexities of the college-going process

by Juana Hernandez-Lira and Carol Bono | August 17, 2022

I entered the United States at the age of 4. From such a young age, I learned how difficult it is to navigate and adjust to the American systems. My family and I often felt lost, invisible, uncomfortable, powerless, lonely,...

The Editor’s Notes

The Flood Center is looking for an equity and opportunity fellow. Check it out here.

The GoldenLEAF Foundation has two job openings. Please take a look and spread the word.

Director of Operations

Based in Rocky Mount (no hybrid), posted range of $75,000-$85,000, must have experience in a similar role. It’s a combination facility management, accounting/finance, and some HR.

Food Distribution Assistance Program – Program Associate

Based in Rocky Mount (hybrid work from home 2-3 days per week with frequent travel expected), posted range of $48,500-$55,000. Some experience in a similar role or with similar expectations desired.

Need to know

• Low parent interest in COVID-recovery interventions should worry educators and policymakers alike

  Brookings | August 16, 2022

• This new $10M program will help CMS students see a doctor — without leaving school

  The Charlotte Observer | August 16, 2022

• For the first time in 20 years, teachers can deduct more for school supplies

  npr | August 17, 2022

• Citing Safety and Challenges Serving Marginalized Students, Principals Eye the Exit Door

  Education Week | August 16, 2022

• Inside the Massive Effort to Change the Way Kids Are Taught to Read

  TIME | August 11, 2022