Watauga County Childcare Study Data Released Apr 18, 2024
The Watauga Economic Development Commission and the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce the results of a comprehensive study of the childcare landscape in Watauga County. ... In the Media, Child Development, Department of Child Development, Literacy, and Special Education
Grantee Spotlight Apr 9, 2024
Empowering Teacher Learning (ETL) focuses on shifting the way teachers engage with professional learning to maintain licensure in rural, western North Carolina, from district-directe
In the Media, College Access PartnershipsCounty partnerships hold key to teacher recruitment and retention, new report finds Mar 25, 2024
North Carolina schools are working to build a more solid pipeline of teachers.
In the Media, Teacher Education, Public School Partnership
Who are North Carolina’s teachers of the year? Jan 18, 2022
Congratulations to alumni Ashley Bandy '15, Ashtyn Berry '13 '21, Meghan Dugan'16, Charlene Horton '19, Ryan Mitchell '11, and Kayleigh S... In the Media, Alumni Update, Teacher Education
Disabled students find unique opportunities at App State Jan 18, 2022
Nicholas Curry just wrapped up his first semester at Appalachian State University.
In the Media, Scholars with Diverse Abilities
ADPi’s Macey Barnes crowned Top of the Rock Nov 23, 2021
Congratulations to elementary education major, Macey Barnes on being named Top of the Rock!
In the Media, Elementary Education
App State professor highlights importance of Native American history Nov 23, 2021
A professor is sharing positive stories about Native American history for students in Appalachia.
In the Media, Inclusive Excellence
Teacher exchange program enlightens students Nov 16, 2021
An “exchange teacher” program has brought teachers from all over the world to local schools, where they shared their culture with stud
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Teachers from 15 countries visit Elkin schools Nov 16, 2021
Elkin City Schools recently hosted visiting teachers from countries around the world through a partnership with Appalachian State University.
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Kim Hindman Recognized As Outstanding Secondary Math Teacher – Congratulations! Nov 9, 2021
Congratulations to alumna Kim Hindman '09! She received her M.A. in middle grades education from App State.
In the Media, Alumni Update, Middle Grades Education
After school: The work of the heart Nov 2, 2021
Emily Neff '14 graduated with her degree in child development and now works as a director of youth development for W.A.M.Y.'s after-school... In the Media, Alumni Update, Child Development
PEP Teacher Recognized for Student Engagement Oct 20, 2021
Congratulations to alumna Alyson Smith '16 '17 on being named Teacher of the Year!
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Justice Named Principal of the Year for Henderson County Public Schools Oct 20, 2021
Congratulations to alumna Marsha Justice on being named Principal of the Year!
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