
Alec Rogers Recognized as the App State Student Teacher of the Year
May 6, 2025
Alec Rogers was named the Appalachian State University Student Teacher of the Year for the 2024-2025 academic year. Rogers, originally from Angier, No...
Gaston County Schools names ‘Of the Year’ winners for 2025-2026
May 5, 2025
The 2025-2026 Gaston County Schools Principal of the Year is Jaime Wallace from Brookside Elementary School.Wallace holds a bachelor’s deg...

Future Mountaineer Library Opens Its Doors with Over 1,000 Books Donated
Apr 29, 2025
The Future Mountaineer Library at Appalachian State University’s Hickory Campus has officially opened its doors — and it’s already making a big ...
4 Under 40 winners announced as 16 emerging leaders recognized
Apr 10, 2025
Congratulations to App State alumni Justin Carver and Jessica Yates! A class of 16 emerging leaders and a longtime industry and community me...

Thanks to Teachers: Carrie Carpenter
Jan 31, 2025
Congratulations to alumna Carrie Carpenter on being featured on WLOS's Thanks to Teachers! Read and watch how she is making an impact in education....

Meet the Patterson Scholars 2024-2025
Jan 21, 2025
The Patterson Family Foundation funds the James Patterson Teacher Education Scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students who are studying educ...

App State students, faculty and staff volunteered to help neighbors after Hurricane Helene
Dec 5, 2024
In the wake of the historic and devastating storm, Appalachian State University students, faculty, staff and alumni stepped up to help those in need â...

Appalachian State student teachers navigate the realities of teaching
Nov 27, 2024
Student teachers Savannah Epley and Laiken Baker from Appalachian State University are nearing the completion of their education as they engage in the...
Student and Teacher Come 'Full Circle' as J.V. Washam Educators
May 28, 2024
Olivia Bartholomew-Schoch discovered her love of reading in fourth grade while attending J.V. Washam Elementary. She credits her teacher, Jessica Mize...
Hakanson named top teacher
May 17, 2024
Charleston County School District (CCSD) staff members surprised North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary School (NCCAES) teacher McKenna Hakanson on...