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MEETING NOTICE: NCCAT Board of Trustees Meeting Friday, April 26, 2024 in Cullowhee

The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) Board of Trustees will convene a meeting at 9:00 am on Friday, April 26, 2024, at the NCCAT Cullowhee campus, located at 276 NCCAT Drive, Cullowhee, NC 28723. The purpose of the meeting is to update the Board members on NCCAT’s progress.

Discover NCCAT Science Professional Development

Are you ready to elevate your science teaching to new heights? Join us for an exciting professional development science opportunities at NCCAT. These science programs at NCCAT offer educators a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in hands-on learning, discover best practices, and collaborate with top instructors and fellow teachers from across the state. With a focus on enhancing teaching methodologies and aligning with the New North Carolina Science Standards, these programs empower educators to create meaningful and impactful learning experiences for their students.

Inspiring Excellence in Math Education! NCCAT in schools

NCCAT Senior Math Specialist Emily Myers and other faculty have been working across North Carolina in empowering teachers and transforming math education. Did you know NCCAT can come to your school? NCCAT offers a variety of K-12 school-based programs to public schools and districts across the state. Onsite and virtual trainings in schools or districts have an immediate impact on a large number of teachers. To find out more visit https://tinyurl.com/bdd8b49u

Shanna Good Awarded NCCAT Lynda Petty Honored Educator Scholarship for 2023-2024

The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) is proud to announce Shanna Good, a Math and ELA Teacher at Trinity Middle School in Randolph County Schools, as the recipient of the NCCAT Lynda Petty Honored Educator Scholarship for the 2023-2024 period. The NCCAT Honored Educator Scholarship covers all expenses related to participation in an NCCAT program, including program materials, instruction, food, lodging, transportation, and substitute teacher costs. Additionally, the honored educator receives a $250 grant for use in their classroom. Applications for the 2024-2025 NCCAT Honored Educator Scholarships are currently open until April 30th.

NCCAT Online Courses Begin in April – Register Now for Professional Development

The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) is excited to announce the launch of NCCAT Online Courses starting April 15th. These self-paced modules offer valuable professional development opportunities for North Carolina licensed teachers, with participants able to earn either 5 or 10 contact hours depending on the course. Register now! Don't miss this opportunity to expand your professional development and enhance your teaching skills with NCCAT Online.

Celebrating Excellence in Education! NCCAT visits Haywood County Board of Education to honor BTOY

NCCAT had the honor of attending the Haywood County Schools Board of Education Meeting on Monday night, where we celebrated the outstanding achievement of Abigail Bentley, a teacher at Pisgah High School. Abigail was recently named the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) 2024 Empower NC Beginning Teacher of the Year! Thank you, Haywood County Schools Superintendent Dr. Trevor Putnam and Haywood County Schools, for all you do!

Unlock Creativity with "Your Move": Harnessing Design Thinking using Tabletop Games!

276 NCCAT Dr | Cullowhee, NC 28723
Dive into the fascinating world of tabletop gaming and design thinking with our upcoming program - "Your Move: Harnessing Design Thinking using Tabletop Games" at NCCAT Cullowhee! Participants will learn a variety of contemporary game mechanics then tap into design thinking approaches to build original tabletop games and consider how this experience might be used to create powerfully engaging classroom lessons. Sessions coming up in May and July.

MEETING NOTICE: NCCAT Cullowhee Campus Building Project Committee Meeting

276 NCCAT Dr | Cullowhee, NC 28723

The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) Cullowhee Campus Building Project Committee will convene a meeting at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, March 18, 2024, at the NCCAT Cullowhee campus, located at 276 NCCAT Drive, Cullowhee, NC 28723. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the NCCAT Cullowhee Campus Capital Project.

NCCAT March professional learning opportunities available

In March, North Carolina educators have several opportunities including literacy-focused programs to digital learning to STEM, math, science and more. All residential programs include free lodging, meals and materials. Increasing teacher effectiveness is fundamental to improving public education. NCCAT provides teachers with knowledge, skills, teaching methods, best practices and information to take back to their classrooms. Join us! Educators are the reason we are here!

Elevate your teaching with NCCAT Summer Programs

Calling all North Carolina educators! Summer registration is now open for The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT), a renowned national leader in professional development. Programs are available at both the Cullowhee and Ocracoke campuses, online, and through NCCAT faculty visiting school districts. NCCAT is dedicated to providing professional development to meet the unique needs of North Carolina teachers. Residential programming offers the added benefits of free lodging, meals, and materials, creating a collaborative environment for NC educators.

Haywood County teacher named NCCAT 2024 Empower North Carolina Beginning Teacher of the Year

Abigail Bentley, a teacher at Pisgah High School in Haywood County Schools, was named the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) 2024 Empower NC Beginning Teacher of the Year in a special ceremony at the John W. Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center on the campus of Western Carolina University Thursday February 15th.

NCCAT 2024 Empower NC Beginning Teacher of the Year Award in Cullowhee tonight

276 NCCAT Dr | Cullowhee, NC 28723
The NCCAT 2024 Empower NC Beginning Teacher of the Year Award process was developed to honor beginning teachers and to retain teachers who show promise as excellent teachers and education leaders in North Carolina public schools and public charter schools. One of these talented educators will be named the 2024 NCCAT Empower NC Beginning Teacher of the Year after being selected by a panel of judges. They will participate in a week for professional development at NCCAT February 12-16, 2024. The award will be presented on February 15, 2024, at the John W. Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center on the campus of Western Carolina University in Cullowhee.

Elevate your Science Teaching Game with NCCAT experience!

Calling all passionate science educators in North Carolina! NCCAT is your gateway to a world of cutting-edge knowledge, skills, and teaching methods. Dive into high-quality professional development that transforms classrooms and empowers students! Programs coming in March and April explaining the new North Carolina Science Standards. Explore the exciting Science programs lined up at NCCAT, where innovation meets education. Immerse yourself in hands-on learning, discover best practices, and collaborate with top instructors and fellow teachers from across the state.