July 21-22, NCCAT is hosting a free Virtual Math Conference! Topics include AI, differentiation, cuisenaire rods, BTC, data talks, daily routines, and more. The event will run from 9:00 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. Learn more and apply at the link below.
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NCCAT celebrates expansion and renovation project with groundbreaking ceremony
Cullowhee, NC
The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) hosted a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, April 23, 2026, celebrating its Cullowhee Campus expansion and renovation project. Senator Kevin Corbin was in attendance, along with members of NCCAT’s Board of Trustees and the Development Foundation of NCCAT, Inc. Board of Directors.
Wake County teacher named NCCAT 2026 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Beginning Teacher of the Year
The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) proudly announces Molly Todd, a special education teacher at Panther Creek High School in Wake County Public Schools, as the NCCAT 2026 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Beginning Teacher of the Year. The award was presented at a recognition event held on March 12 at Brendle Recital Hall on the campus of Wake Forest University.
Pender County Schools teacher named NCCAT 2026 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Beginning Teacher of the Year Runner-up
The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) proudly announces Sophia Foster, a sixth grade ELA teacher at Burgaw Middle School in Pender County Schools, as the runner-up for the NCCAT 2026 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Beginning Teacher of the Year.
"Sophia fosters a classroom environment where students feel both challenged and supported,” one of Foster’s instructional coaches said. “She is encouraging yet firm, maintaining consistently high expectations while ensuring that every student feels seen, valued, and cared for.”
Claims Conference partnered with NCCAT, offering Holocaust education opportunities
In 2025, the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching offered two Holocaust education opportunities generously supported by the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany (Claims Conference).
Finalists announced for NCCAT 2026 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Beginning Teacher of the Year Award
CULLOWHEE, N.C. — Twenty-seven educators from across North Carolina have been selected as finalists for the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) 2026 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Beginning Teacher of the Year Award. These outstanding educators are recognized for their dedication, innovation, and ability to inspire students to succeed.
Buncombe County Schools teacher named NCCAT 2026 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Career & Technical Education Teacher of the Year Runner-up
Greensboro, NC
The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) proudly announces the runner-up for the NCCAT 2026 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Career & Technical Education (CTE) Teacher of the Year Award is Lacey Davis, a Consumer and Family Sciences teacher at Clyde A. Erwin High School in Buncombe County Schools.
Perquimans County Schools teacher named NCCAT 2026 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Career & Technical Education Teacher of the Year
Greensboro, NC
The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) proudly announces Michaelle Overman, a Health Science teacher at Perquimans High School in Perquimans County Schools, as the NCCAT 2026 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Career & Technical Education (CTE) Teacher of the Year. The award was presented at a special ceremony held at the Koury Convention Center in Greensboro, NC on Thursday, December 4, 2025.
NCCAT in the Classroom: Explore the Immersive World of Fluencia
Holly Day, an ESL teacher at East Rowan High School, attended NCCAT's "Gamify Secondary Literacy" program in June.
Following the week of game mechanics, literacy strategies, and adrenaline-driven learning, Holly returned to her classroom, inspired. She used the tools she learned in Cullowhee to form an immersive fantasy world for her students, called Fluencia.
Learn more about Fluencia from this overview Holly that shared with NCCAT Senior Literacy Specialist, Kendra Cameron-Jarvis.
Collaboration at the Core: WNC Elementary STEM/Science Community of Practice PD Day at NCCAT
Educators from across Western North Carolina came together on June 13th at the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) in Cullowhee for a powerful day of professional development, collaboration, and innovation in elementary STEM and science education. A dynamic event focused on exploring what excellent collaboration in elementary science and STEM can look like.
Registration Open: NCCAT Fall Professional Development Programs
276 NCCAT Dr | Cullowhee, NC 28723
Opportunities Available September–December. The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) invites North Carolina educators to register now for a new season of transformative professional development programs happening from September through December. Whether your focus is on literacy, digital learning, beginning teacher support, or educational leadership, NCCAT offers tailored programs to meet your professional goals.
Finalists Announced for NCCAT 2026 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC CTE Teacher of the Year Award
Twenty-four outstanding educators from across North Carolina have been named finalists for the NCCAT 2026 Burroughs Wellcome Fund North Carolina Career and Technical Teacher of the Year Award. These educators exemplify outstanding commitment, excellence, and ability to inspire and empower their students.
Music, Movement, and Connection at NCCAT Ocracoke in August
Gather together and receive content support unique to the needs of elementary music teachers. This program's topics include building advisory councils, folk dancing, incorporating children’s literature, movement using props, purposeful inclusion of puppets, designing meaningful transitions, collaboration, reflection, and more.
Teacher Spotlight: Fatima Sail of New Hanover County Highlights NCCAT’s Impact for Students
New Hanover County teacher Fatima Sail is quick to share why the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) is a must for educators seeking meaningful professional development. Sail recently participated in the NCCAT program “Applying MTSS Best Practices in the Secondary Classroom” in Cullowhee.
“Teaching the Holocaust” Program Returns: NCCAT Offers Two Immersive Learning Opportunities this Fall
Teachers from across North Carolina have an opportunity to take part in “Teaching the Holocaust: Resources and Reflections” program at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C., in October and November with the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT).