9/19/2024
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North Carolina education leaders discuss cellphone use in schools
Educators, elected officials, and other stakeholders gathered in Raleigh last week to discuss diverse viewpoints regarding the use of cellphones in schools. The convening, hosted by the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation on Sept. 12, focused on making policies to...
Applications for a new NC State program for students with disabilities are open
North Carolina State University is accepting applications for their inclusive postsecondary education program, Elevate, until the beginning of October. Elevate is a new university-wide initiative that is designed to award non-degree credentials to students with intellectual or developmental disabilities. It...
‘Lead, learn, win’ with Iredell-Statesville Schools
“Are you in?” 2024-25 Iredell-Statesville Schools (ISS) Teacher of the Year Adrien Bowie posed this question at the conclusion of this year’s convocation. As the district ushers in a new academic year, Bowie encouraged her colleagues to set their intentions...
Perspective | A partnership to address teacher shortages and strengthen educator training
Amid a teacher shortage and a decline in enrollment in educator preparation programs, four Kenan Fellows are helping train the next generation of educators. Supported by the Burroughs Wellcome Fund, these educators from three different school districts have joined forces...
The Editor’s Notes
We’ve heard a lot about cellphone use in schools in recent months. Laura Browne’s article today covers a broad spectrum of views and concerns regarding the issue, and shows how nuanced the topic is. Take a look at the article, and let us know what your schools and districts are doing by emailing me at [email protected].
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