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Education Matters ep. 169 A Qualified and Well-Prepared Teacher in Every Classroom
Teachers are the backbone of society, they inspire, motivate, and educate the next generation, which is why recruitment and retention are fundamental when it comes to our teachers. Here to talk more about this topic are Jennifer Bryan, 2021 Southeast Regional Teacher...
Education Matters ep. 168 A Qualified and Well-Prepared Principal in Every School
School leadership is a critical component when it comes to effective learning outcomes. On today’s show, we will be talking with some amazing guests about the system of principal development and recruitment for a qualified and well-prepared principal in every school. ...
Education Matters ep. 167 Equity and Education Policy
Today we are coming to you from the second half of the 7th annual Eggs and Issues breakfast presented by the Public School Forum of North Carolina. Today's discussion on Equity and Education Policy will be hosted by Lauren Fox, Senior Director of Policy at the Forum. ...
Education Matters ep. 166 Annual Eggs & Issues Forum Looks at COVID’s Impact on Education
Today we are coming to you from the 7th annual Eggs and Issues breakfast presented by the Public School Forum of North Carolina. Today's discussion on COVID-19 and Education Policy is part of a two episode series on the Top 10 Education issues for 2021. Here to talk...
Education Matters ep. 165 Looking ahead to 2021 NCGA Long Session for Education
Coming into the new year with an eye toward the transition and recovery from COVID-19 brings changes and challenges to education. Here to speak with us on critical issues are statewide policymakers, State Superintendent Catherine Truitt, State Board of Education Chair...
Education Matters ep. 164 North Carolina After 3 pm: Afterschool Programs Rank 6th Nationally
From supporting social, emotional, and academic development, to providing a safe and supportive environment, Afterschool Programs have been a vital resource for students and their parents, especially during COVID-19. North Carolina is ranked among the top 10 states in...
Education Matters ep. 161 Schools and the Community
Classrooms around the world have been looking very different this fall. Between virtual learning, smaller classrooms, and split weeks, learning has evolved into a challenge for many. Here to discuss some of the changes, successes, and the future, are state and local...
Education Matters ep. 163 National Board Certification
While each state determines its own teacher licensure and re-licensure requirements, for over thirty years the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards has worked to advance teaching through a voluntary National Board Certification process. North Carolina is...
Education Matters ep. 162 Schools as Community Partners
Schools do a lot more than providing education, they are pillars in communities that also provide students’ and families’ with supports for social, emotional, and physical needs. On today’s show, we will talk with some amazing guests that are making sure the whole...
Education Matters ep. 160 Career and Technical Education
Programs in career and technical education provide students from middle school through post secondary school an opportunity to learn technical, academic, and career skills. Programs in CTE are crucial, while they help students, these programs also help communities in...
Education Matters ep. 159 Student Success during COVID-19 and Beyond Requires NC to Invest in School Support Personnel
The COVID-19 pandemic has shone a bright light on the critical need for school support personnel. This past week was National School Psychologists Week, and on today’s show we take the time to highlight the amazing work of our school counselors, psychologists, social...
Education Matters ep. 158 Dudley Flood Center for Educational Equity
The culmination of the Color of Education series this week comes with an exciting launch of the Dudley Flood Center for Educational Equity and Opportunity. The Flood Center has been created to connect organizations and people who work to address equity, access, and...