Investing in Teachers to Build Strong Communities

Exceptional Professional Development

Our transformative professional development consistently receives high marks from educators across NC.

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Education-Industry Partnerships

We connect K-12 educators with top-notch experts from research and industry to advance student learning.

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Trusted Brand

Unique recognition in K-12 education. People seek out Kenan Fellows for our leadership and expertise.

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Inclusive

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our work and champion those same principles in the field of education.

Programs & Resources

We provide teacher-centered workforce experiences and high-quality professional development that builds bridges between NC educators and their communities with the goal of preparing every student for their chosen career path.

Industry-Based Fellowships

Immersive fellowships for K-12 educators include a three-week STEM industry summer work experience and 80 hours of high-quality professional development.

STEMworkInstitute

Hybrid professional development program focused on project-based learning and forming partnerships with local STEM industries.

Industry Partnerships

Connecting outstanding educators with mentors in local industry and business settings to create opportunities that build meaningful relationships.

School District Partnerships

K-12 classroom educators, district leaders, and business partners collaborate to build talent pipelines and create sustainable partnerships.

Lesson Plans

Original vetted curricula grounded in inquiry and created by Kenan Fellows and STEMwork Scholars.

Academic Journal

Journal of Interdisciplinary Teacher Leadership publishes the latest education research year-round.

100%

Of Fellows said they now have the skills to work with business leaders and other stakeholders.

45hrs

Average of professional development led by each alumni per year.

100%

Of Fellows said the program made them a better teacher.

Alumni: : Taylor Waters

Fidelity Investments Kenan Fellow Taylor Waters designed financial literacy lessons for her fourth grade students as well as financial literacy learning resources for Fidelity employees

Investing in Teachers to Build Strong Communities

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Sustainable Resources

Exceptional Professional Development

Education-Industry Partnerships

Trusted Brand

Inclusive

Programs & Resources

Industry-Based Fellowships

STEMworkInstitute

Industry Partnerships

School District Partnerships

Lesson Plans

Academic Journal

100%

45hrs

100%

Alumni: : Taylor Waters

Empowering Educators: Education-Industry Partnerships that Strengthen Schools