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Emily Rubio Pérez ’25 named 2026 North Carolina Council for the Social Studies Student Teacher of the Year Mar 3, 2026

Emily Rubio Pérez ’25, a graduate of Appalachian State University's History/Social Studies Education program from Sanford, has been named the 2026 North Carolina Council for the Socia

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From 800 picture books to one: App State’s Jewel Davis leads Caldecott Medal selection Feb 24, 2026

App State professor Jewel Davis read over 800 picture books to lead the selection of this year’s Caldecott Medal winner — an opportunity to elevate stories that spark a love of reading

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A cozy early‑learning classroom with two adults standing among bookshelves, children’s artwork, a couch, and play materials. The room features natural light from large windows, comfortable seating, and organized activity areas designed for young children.

App State offers accelerated training to help address child care shortages in Western NC Feb 17, 2026

To address child care staffing shortages in the region, App State and the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services are partnering to offer three Child Care Academies in Western NC... At Appalachian, Department of Child Development, Literacy, and Special Education, Child Development

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A new lesson plan for App State student teachers May 5, 2020

For education majors at Appalachian State University, student teaching is the capstone experience that provides the opportunity for seniors to... At Appalachian

Diana Nelson

App State College of Arts and Sciences announces new director of college advising Mar 24, 2020

Congratulations to RCOE alumna, Diana Nelson! She received her M.A. in higher education in 2019.

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Retired Col. Edna W. Cummings ’78, center, is inducted into the U.S. Army Women’s Foundation Hall of Fame.

US Army Women’s Foundation honors Edna Cummings — App State alumna and military trailblazer Mar 24, 2020

Congratulations to RCOE alumna, Edna Cummings! She received her B.S.

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App State alumnus applies critical thinking skills behind the lens Mar 12, 2020

An appreciation for critical thinking and research skills, both fostered during his time as a psychology major at Appalachian State University,... At Appalachian

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App State named No. 1 nationally for certified teachers Jan 14, 2020

Appalachian State University has been recognized — for the fourth consecutive year — as a national leader for the number of 

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Student and child

App State Child Development Center expands services through federal grant funding Dec 20, 2019

Completing a higher education degree while parenting involves a multitude of demands that student parents must balance, including finding care... At Appalachian

Staff Excellence Winners

App State recognizes 4 staff members for excellence Oct 28, 2019

Katie Howard  is a graduate from the RCOE masters in library science program.

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Faculty Excellence Winners

7 App State faculty members recognized for teaching excellence Oct 28, 2019

Dr. Aleica Jackson and Dr. Peter Nelsen are faculty in the Reich College of Education.

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App State’s Academy at Middle Fork reports significant progress Sep 17, 2019

Data on first-year student achievement released by the ... At Appalachian, Lab School News