Teacher Education

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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App State alumni lead the nation in earning teaching’s top credential for 10th year in a row Feb 3, 2026

For the 10th consecutive year, App State leads the nation for its number of alumni who are National Board Certified Teachers, with 2,461 alumni having earned the national credential to date.

Features, Alumni Update, Public School Partnership, Teacher Education

App State's Office of Rural Promise fortifies student and teacher success in North Carolina Jan 14, 2026

Building on its 126-year history as a rural-serving institution, Appalachian State University has launched the Office of Rural Promise (ORP)

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Student teacher

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 Media, Department of Learning, Teaching, and Curriculum, Elementary Education, Teacher Education

Dean Spooner at hearing

Chair Bean Holds Hearing on Improving Teacher Preparation Oct 30, 2024

The hearing included witnesses with varying perspectives on the teacher preparation pipeline, such as ... In the Media, Teacher Education

House Committee Holds Hearing on Helping Teachers Succeed Oct 30, 2024

Amid a nationwide crisis in training, recruiting, and retaining teachers, the House Committee on Education and the Workforce held a hearing on... In the Media, Teacher Education

WCS, App State RCOE receive $6,000 grant for Teacher Cadet Program Oct 30, 2024

Appalachian State University’s Reich College of Education and Watauga County Schools received a $6,000 gift from the Sun Belt Conference as

In the Media, Public School Partnership, Teacher Education
Gracie receives certificate

Gracie Bullington ’23 Named Finalist for NCACTE’s Student Teacher of the Year Sep 24, 2024

History, social studies education alumna Gracie Bullington ’23 was named one of the top five finalists for the... Features, History Education, Teacher Education

Extra Yard for Teachers Holding check

Grant Supports Teacher Cadet Programming for RCOE and WCS Sep 17, 2024

Appalachian State University’s Reich College of Education (RCOE) and Watauga County Schools (WCS) received a $6,000 gift from the Sun Belt C

Features, Public School Partnership, Teacher Education
Graduates jumping

App State partners with 27 NC community colleges to expand Aspire Appalachian program Aug 21, 2024

From the Appalachian Mountains to the Coastal Plains, transfer students across North Carolina stand to benefit from the expanded ... At Appalachian, Teacher Education, Features

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.

In the Media, Department of Learning, Teaching, and Curriculum, Elementary Education, Teacher Education
Cara Buckwell

Alumni Update: Cara Buckwell ’19 Apr 23, 2024

Cara Buckwell, originally from Concord, North Carolina, graduated from Appalachian State University with a Bachelor of Science in building... Features, Alumni Update, Teacher Education