We are statewide force for teacher leadership and growth in North Carolina.
Investing in Teachers. Strengthening Communities.
When we commit to teachers’ growth with intention and care, students, schools and communities benefit in measurable and lasting ways. That belief drives everything we do at the Kenan Fellows Program for Teacher Leadership, and it’s why we treat teacher professional learning as a statewide priority.
Our professional development programs and services invest in teachers as trusted leaders across our state. Our immersive experiences place them inside the industries and regions shaping communities today. Teachers bring that learning and those relationships back into their classrooms, expanding students’ views of career pathways and what’s possible for their futures. Learn more about our work.
90%
Of educators remain in the classroom five years after completing our fellowship.
100%
Of educators said they developed the skills to work with industry and community leaders.
100%
Of educators said the fellowship made them better teachers.
“This has been the best professional development I have ever experienced. The instruction is relevant and the environment is constantly positive, productive and inspiring.”
Teachers are essential leaders of North Carolina’s future. When we invest in them as trusted, skilled professionals, they reinvest their learning back into our students, schools and communities, expanding what’s possible for our state.
AI won`t replace teachers, but it can help you write your grant draft, build your next PBL unit, and take the busywork off your plate so you can get back to the part of teaching that matters most: your students. 🙌
🌟 Not Your Average PD: Unlock the Power of AI 📅 Tuesday, April 14 | 5–6 PM | FREE & Virtual
@fordbby.t (Dr. Keith Burgess), a Kenan Fellow alum and an award-winning educator with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, is sharing how he uses AI in his classroom and career to save time and focus more on what matters.
In just one hour, you`ll walk away with: 💡 Ready-to-use prompts for lesson planning, grant writing & PBL design ⏱️ Strategies to cut through the busywork: think rubrics, emails, and unit outlines 🏆 Tools to strengthen your professional portfolio and funding applications
Free. Virtual. Worth every minute. 👉 Register now — link in the bio!
Thanks to the generosity of this community, we surpassed our goal of 50 gifts, reaching 72, and earned bonus funds that extend the reach of your contributions.
Strong teachers build strong communities. Your investment in Kenan Fellows supports teacher leadership that reaches far beyond schools, creating lasting impact across North Carolina.
We are grateful to each person who gave, shared, and advocated for this program. Stay connected with us as we share the difference your support makes throughout the year.
