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January 21, 2025 News, news release

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Celebrate 25 Years of Reigniting Teacher Passion

By Amneris Solano Pre-register for our anniversary conference. Join us on Aug. 4-5, 2025 at the McKimmon Center in Raleigh for a celebration of teaching, learning and community....

August 6, 2024 News, news release

A students holds a container of Shad fry to be released in the Neuse River during an immersive learning STEM lesson.

Teacher Innovator: Janice West ‘24 infuses whimsy into high school science lessons

By Amneris Solano BENSON, N.C.⸺Janice West’s science classroom at West Johnston High School is a vibrant space filled with thriving plants and active animal tanks. Amid this lively...

March 25, 2024 News, news release

Male fruit fly (Drosophila Melanogaster) on a blade of grass

Teacher Innovator Spotlight: Christine Sudzina’s inquiry-based learning unit on the life cycle of fruit flies ignites students’ curiosity in science

By Amneris Solano CHAPEL HILL, N.C.⸺Over six weeks, students in Christine Sudzina Schut’s classroom at Culbreth Middle School with Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools observed the life cycle of...

January 22, 2024 News, news release

Beth Campbell at the NC Museum of Natural Resources where she completed her fellowship.

Alumni Spotlight: Beth Campbell is an advocate for students and teachers in alternative education

By Amneris Solano Our Alumni Spotlight series highlights the contributions of Kenan Fellows, showcasing their significant roles in schools, districts and communities. This month, we feature Beth Campbell,...