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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

What may be driving higher grade retention among boys? A recent Hechinger Report feature includes insights from Constance Lindsay, Ph.D., on the role school discipline may play and reports that Black boys are held back at nearly 3 times the rate of white boys. bit.ly/3VcgZnW

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Congrats to faculty member Matthew L. Bernacki, Ph.D., who has been named a 2026 Fellow of the American Psychological Association’s Division 15, Educational Psychology, in recognition of his contributions to research on how students use information to improve their learning. unc.live/4iiSvmB

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Bernacki named APA Division 15 Fellow - UNC School of Education

Matthew L. Bernacki, Ph.D. — an associate professor at the UNC School of Education and leading scholar focused on self-regulated learning, motivation, metacognition, and learning analytics — has been ...

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Faculty member Annemarie Hindman, Ph.D., developed the Transition to Kindergarten Toolkit with Person County Schools, drawing on her early learning research to give families and caregivers across a variety of settings practical strategies they can use before the first day of school. unc.live/3UVrhIV

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How can I help my child get ready for kindergarten? - UNC School of Education

As children prepare for their first K–12 classroom, many families focus on learning the alphabet, counting to 20, or recognizing colors and shapes. While those foundational skills certainly matter, UN...

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

The UNC School of Education welcomes five faculty members who bring to Carolina a range of expertise, including artificial intelligence, school counseling, teacher education, organizational leadership, and educational improvement. bit.ly/4wZv7io

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Meet the UNC School of Education’s new faculty members - UNC School of Education

The UNC School of Education welcomes five new faculty members: Leonora Kaldaras, Emily Kitching, Adjoa Mensah, Dustin Evatt, and Brad Smith. Kaldaras, Kitching, and Mensah join the School for the 202...

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Kathryn Leech, Ph.D., Richard “Dick” Coop Faculty Scholar in Education, recently joined other leading child development experts at Sesame Workshop to help inform a new initiative focused on preparing young children to become confident, lifelong learners. bit.ly/3TMDFut

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Ready to Face the Future: Preparing Preschoolers for Success in Careers and Life - Sesame Workshop

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

In a recent conversation with @wchlchapelboro.bsky.social, Marisa Marraccini, Ph.D., discussed the new school re-entry guidelines report she led, sharing how individualized planning and school environments can help students return after mental health crises with continued support. bit.ly/43TDPlt

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

For faculty member @jeffgreene.bsky.social, preparing students for a future shaped by generative AI begins with self-regulated learning: the ability to set goals, monitor progress, adjust strategies, seek feedback, and keep learning when familiar approaches no longer work.⤵️

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Through the newly released “School Re-Entry Guidelines," Marisa Marraccini, Ph.D., in collaboration with national mental health experts, offers a roadmap for supporting students as they return to school after a suicide-related crisis or psychiatric hospitalization. unc.live/43iKLZh

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Bridging the gap: Supporting students returning to school after mental health crises - UNC School of Education

This story discusses suicide and mental health. If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available. In the U.S., you can call or text the Suicide & Crisis […]

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

We extend a huge congratulations to Brad Smith, Ed.D., clinical assistant professor, who has been named the 11th president of the North Carolina Association of Colleges for Teacher Education — the state’s leading advocacy organization for teacher preparation — effective July 1. 🎉 unc.live/4dxKNlN

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Smith to lead as next president of N.C. Association of Colleges for Teacher Education - UNC School of Education

Brad Smith, Ed.D., a clinical assistant professor in the UNC School of Education’s online Ed.D. concentration in Organizational Learning and Leadership and the undergraduate Human and Organizational L...

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Casey Calhoun, Ph.D., clinical psychologist and assistant professor, is using his “Likely Study” project to examine how teens’ daily experiences with social media, including connection, comparison, and feedback, affect adolescent stress, mental health, and well-being. unc.live/4v0QWwR

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The stress of social media - UNC School of Education

In a high-school hallway, one student posts a photo to her social media feed and watches with anticipation as she waits for likes and comments to start rolling in. Online […]

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

FACULTY NEWS | Dorothy Espelage, Ph.D., has been named as a recipient of the 2026 Robert E. Bryan Public Service Award by the Carolina Center for Public Service in recognition of her community-centered work to strengthen youth well-being across North Carolina. 🎉 unc.live/4cJmfom

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Espelage named recipient of the Robert E. Bryan Public Service Award - UNC School of Education

Dorothy L. Espelage, Ph.D., William C. Friday Distinguished Professor of Education at the UNC School of Education, has been named a recipient of the 2026 Robert E. Bryan Public Service […]

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Cheryl Bolick, Ph.D., has co-authored the newly published 16th edition of “Those Who Can, Teach,” a foundational textbook for preservice and early-career educators that addresses topics including artificial intelligence, policy changes, and professional identity development. ➡️ unc.live/3Q626RO

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

Congrats to doctoral students Stephanie Adams and Dwayne Johnson, who have been recognized as 2026 David L. Clark Scholars by the University Council for Educational Administration! 🎊

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

From April 8–12, members of the UNC School of Education community, including faculty, students, staff, and alumni, will present at and attend the 2026 Annual Meeting in Los Angeles. Explore the sessions featuring members of our School community. ➡️ unc.live/41DuXiE

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UNC School of Education at AERA 2026 in Los Angeles - UNC School of Education

UNC School of Education faculty members, students, staff, and alumni will present at and attend the 2026 Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association, held April 8–12 in Los […]

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Congrats to Stephanie Anne Shelton, Ph.D., who has been elected chair @aeraedresearch.bsky.social's Qualitative Research Special Interest Group, the largest of AERA’s more than 150 special interest groups, for the 2026–2029 term! 🎊✨ Read more about Shelton and this recognition. unc.live/4sITX3O

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Shelton elected chair of AERA Qualitative Research Special Interest Group - UNC School of Education

Stephanie Anne Shelton, Ph.D., the UNC School of Education’s Donald G. Tarbet Faculty Scholar in Education and co-coordinator of the School’s Graduate Certificate in Qualitative Studies, has been elec...

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

In fall 2025, the School announced the relaunch of its Bachelor of Arts in Education in Elementary Education program, welcoming a new cohort in fall 2026. Discover more as three alumni share how the program equipped them to lead with care in schools and communities. unc.live/4rEJw0c

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Educators credit Carolina’s elementary education program with their success | UNC-Chapel Hill

Three UNC School of Education alumnae share how they’ve used what they learned throughout their careers.

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Congrats to faculty member Troy D. Sadler, Ph.D., who has been selected president-elect of NARST, a worldwide organization for improving science teaching and learning through research and the most prominent international association of science education researchers in the world. 🎊 unc.live/4dcbLzv

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Sadler to serve as NARST president in 2027 - UNC School of Education

Troy D. Sadler, Ph.D., the UNC School of Education’s Thomas James Distinguished Professor of Experiential Learning, has been selected president-elect of NARST, a worldwide organization for improving s...

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Exciting News! 🎊 Thurston Domina, Ph.D., associate dean for academic affairs and the Robert Wendell Eaves Sr. Distinguished Professor in Educational Leadership, has been selected as a 2026 @aeraedresearch.bsky.social Fellow! Learn more about this recognition and Domina's research. unc.live/4awUyiL

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Domina selected as 2026 AERA Fellow - UNC School of Education

Thurston “Thad” Domina, Ph.D., the UNC School of Education’s associate dean for academic affairs and the Robert Wendell Eaves Sr. Distinguished Professor in Educational Leadership, has been selected a...

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

This week, we celebrate Read Across America Week — the nation’s largest celebration of reading, designed to foster a love of literacy in children and young adults nationwide. 📚 During a visit to Carolina Community Academy, Dean Jill V. Hamm, Ph.D., read “Something, Someday” by Amanda Gorman.

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AERA @aeraedresearch.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

AERA is thrilled to announce the selection of 34 exemplary scholars as 2026 AERA Fellows. Congratulations! Read the full announcement here: www.aera.net/Newsroom/AER...

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Congratulations to faculty member Matthew Bernacki, Ph.D., who co‑edited the recently published “Handbook of Personalized Learning,” a comprehensive volume that brings together leading research on designing learning experiences responsive to students’ strengths, motivations, and identities. 🎉

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

📣 Apply to join the School’s community! The Clinical Partnerships and Licensure Manager supports educator preparation by securing clinical placements in public school settings and advancing student learning outcomes and continuous program improvement. Apply by February 18, 2026: bit.ly/4rbr93x

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Congrats to faculty member Constance Lindsay, Ph.D., on being named to the 2026 EdWorkingPapers Board at the Annenberg Institute at Brown University.🎊 Members of the EdWorkingPapers Board review submissions and help guide the scholarly and strategic direction of the series. ➡️ bit.ly/4alrJo7

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Roger Mills‑Koonce, Ph.D., studies how early childhood experiences in family/caregiver settings from birth to age 4 impact psychobiological functioning as children develop, showing how the emotions of those first trusted adults shape the brain as it grows. Explore this research: unc.live/49RneBp

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Stephanie Anne Shelton @sashelton.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

FREE VIRTUAL "Critical Conversations in Qualitative Research" Speaker Series: Dr. Sophia Rodriguez: "Qualitative inquiry in the moment: Reflections on ethnography & fieldwork in schools and communities & equity for immigrant youth." **Register: tinyurl.com/RodriguezQua... @uncschoolofed.bsky.social

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

On this day, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His work reminds us of the importance of education for all and service to others as we recognize his contributions to building a more just society. Today, we reflect on his continued impact in our schools and communities.

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

Happy FDOC, Tar Heels! 🩵 Welcome back, and here’s to the start of a new semester. Wishing you a great semester ahead!

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

Exciting News: 🎊 Faculty members Dorothy L. Espelage and Marisa E. Marraccini will lead North Carolina’s efforts in a $16 million, multi-state study funded by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute to reduce adolescent suicide risk through school-based prevention programs. unc.live/4s9j3cr

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

BIG NEWS🎊: With approval from the UNC Office of the Provost and the UNC College of Arts and Sciences Administrative Board, the School will relaunch the Bachelor of Arts in Education in Elementary Education program, offering its first classes in fall 2026. ➡️ ed.unc.edu/news/elementary

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

In a recent interview with @wchlchapelboro.bsky.social, faculty member Ethan Hutt, Ph.D., discusses a recent co-authored study from the American Enterprise Institute examining how student absences have affected academic performance in the post-COVID era. bit.ly/4rtvi3o

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On Air Today: Chronic Absenteeism In Schools After COVID - Chapelboro.com

A new study out of UNC finds that chronic absenteeism is still a serious issue in schools, five years after the COVID pandemic.

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

RESEARCH | In a APA Division 15 podcast, faculty member @rodriguesjm.bsky.social and Christina Barbieri, Ph.D. (University of Delaware), joined host and faculty member @jeffgreene.bsky.social to discuss frameworks used to better support students experiencing mathematics difficulties. bit.ly/3LGnSJt

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Congrats to faculty member Diana Lys, Ed.D., on her appointment to the Board of Directors for the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education! 🎊 Lys will help shape the organization’s strategic direction through program initiatives, policy development, and governance. unc.live/4oHbgzU

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Lys appointed to AACTE Board of Directors - UNC School of Education

Diana Lys, Ed.D., assistant dean for educator preparation and accreditation at the UNC School of Education, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the American Association of Colleges […]

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UNC_ETM @uncetm.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

We are proud to highlight our team’s most recent executive hires. Learn more about these individuals and the leadership they bring to Carolina. 🎉🩵🐏 Dr. Jill Hamm Dean and William C. Friday Distinguished Professor of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social

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American School Counselor Association @weareasca.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Congratulations to the #SCOY26 Finalists🎉

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Congrats to Annie Goldberg (’16 B.A., ’17 M.Ed.) on being named a 2026 School Counselor of the Year Finalist by the American School Counselor Association! 🎊 Read the full announcement: bit.ly/4702fuT

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

National Principals Month Feature: Meet Raymond Robinson III ('18 M.S.A.), recently named principal at Southern Middle School in Person County Schools. He shares how the School not only gave him the tools he needed to lead but also connected him to an incredible network of educators. bit.ly/3Wv2wko

Raymond Robinson III poses indoors with a costumed cougar mascot dressed in a black basketball uniform that reads “Cougars.” Both smile and strike playful poses for the camera.

Raymond Robinson III runs through a cloud of green powder during an outdoor event, wearing a white T-shirt and jeans. A student follows closely behind as trees and a parked car appear in the background.

Raymond Robinson III stands with five colleagues in front of orange lockers, all wearing matching black Adidas tracksuits with white stripes.

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Congrats to Jennifer Diliberto, Ph.D., who has been named to the Carolina Center for Public Service’s tenth class of Thorp Faculty Engaged Scholars, where she will receive additional funding to advance her research focused on increasing literacy among students with disabilities. unc.live/4nsoTTt

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Diliberto named Thorp Faculty Engaged Scholar - UNC School of Education

Jennifer Diliberto, Ph.D., a clinical associate professor at the UNC School of Education, has been named to the Carolina Center for Public Service’s tenth class of Thorp Faculty Engaged Scholars […]

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

In a Q&A, Jill V. Hamm, Ph.D., newly named dean of the UNC School of Education, reflects on her Carolina journey, her first months as dean, and her goals of bolstering collaborative relationships with schools and units across campus, along with her vision for the School's future. unc.live/48b5jq4As

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Meet Jill V. Hamm, Carolina’s newest dean - UNC School of Education

As students return to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for the 2025-26 academic year, Jill V. Hamm, Ph.D., also begins her first full year as dean of […]

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

📣 Apply to join our School’s community! The UNC School of Education is seeking a scholar with professional experience in artificial intelligence techniques to design and implement tools and solutions that enhance K–12 learning. ➡️ bit.ly/4oVfLrM

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

Happy FDOC, Tar Heels! 🩵🐏 Welcome back as we begin another academic year filled with opportunities to learn and continue to transform classrooms and communities through education. ✨

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

📣 Apply to join the School’s community! We’re seeking scholars with professional experience in organizational learning and leadership for a faculty appointment at the rank of clinical assistant or clinical associate professor. bit.ly/3J7nqCX

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

In a Print Magazine Book Club recap, faculty member Keith Sawyer, Ph.D., shared insights from his latest book, "Learning to See: Inside the World’s Leading Art and Design Schools," offering a look at the project-based pedagogy that art and design educators use for student engagement. bit.ly/3UfInxU

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Embrace the Wandering Process: Book Club Recap with Keith Sawyer – PRINT Magazine

Miss our PRINT Book Club with Keith Sawyer? Register to watch the recording and buy your copy of 'Learning to See: Inside the World's Leading Art and Design Schools.'

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Carolina students are learning to lead through programs within the School that are part of the #UNC Office of the Provost’s Learn to Lead initiative. 💡 Check out the new site and learn from Kassandra Ciriza-Monreal (’26 B.A.), a LÍDER Fellow, in “Student Spotlights.” learntolead.unc.edu

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

Having recently completed her first year as an assistant principal in the Wake County Public School System, Carla Baptista Tavares (’24 M.S.A.) is committed to supporting students and community partnerships — a commitment strengthened by experiences gained within the School. unc.live/4l1eAE5

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Guiding school communities in support of students and families - UNC School of Education

Carla Baptista Tavares, a career educator, is guided by mentorship and a passion for lifelong learning. Her commitment to academic accessibility and community partnerships fosters growth and lasting r...

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

Selah Bekele-Piper (’24 B.A.Ed., ’25 M.A.T.), the UNC School of Education’s 2025 Student Teacher of the Year, aspires to create accessible learning environments that support students of varying abilities, integrating research and reflective teaching to ensure every learner thrives. unc.live/4lN1FH6

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Leading with heart and championing every learner - UNC School of Education

“What I enjoy most about teaching is the academic and intellectual part of it,” said Selah Bekele-Piper, a 2025 graduate of the UNC School of Education’s Master of Arts in […]

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FPG Institute @fpginstitute.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

FPG is proud to announce Jessica Amsbary as the recipient of the 2025 Abecedarian Award. The Abecedarian Award honors a FPG staff member's early career research that is scientifically rigorous and addresses an issue of significant social concern. fpg.unc.edu/news/2025-ab...

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UNC School of Education @uncschoolofed.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

The North Carolina Learning Research Network — a partnership between the School, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, and the North Carolina Collaboratory — hosted its third annual convening on June 26 to explore how research can improve education in North Carolina. bit.ly/3IrLQq8

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School-NCDPI-Collaboratory efforts advance North Carolina research-practice partnerships - UNC School of Education

The North Carolina Learning Research Network – a partnership between the UNC School of Education, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, and the North Carolina Collaboratory – hosted its...

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Jeff Greene @jeffgreene.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

Grateful to @wchlchapelboro.bsky.social and Aaron Keck for inviting me to talk about how to curate a good online information diet and make the most of the Internet. chapelboro.com/the-aaron-ke...

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On Air Today: Fighting Online Misinformation, Focusing on Positive 'SHARES' - Chapelboro.com

Aaron welcomes UNC education professor Jeffrey Greene for a conversation about how to curate your online news feed.

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