UNC School of Education

06/02/2026

Professor Annemarie Hindman partners with Person County Schools to help caregivers teach children the skills they need for school.

06/02/2026

Congrats to Rachel Bringewatt (’26 Ed.D.), a teacher at Cary Academy in Cary, N.C., on being named as a recipient of the Leadership in Teaching Award, presented by the Curran Family Foundation, during the Cary Chamber's “Honor A Teacher” ceremony in May! 🎊

The Honor A Teacher program is an annual initiative that celebrates exceptional educators across the local community. Each year, hundreds of nominations recognize teachers for their dedication, impact, and ability to inspire students.

We are proud to celebrate Bringewatt and the difference she continues to make in the lives of learners! 🩵

06/02/2026

“I love and appreciate the sense of service our campus embodies every day to try to not only make our students better, but our faculty and state better. Whether it’s research, public service, medicine, all the myriads of things we as a public University do every day through our people.”

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill shares more about Norman’s journey at and the role she has played in shaping the University community. ⤵️

The Massey Award winner connects the Carolina community through her role at the UNC School of Education.

05/29/2026

📣 Apply to join the School’s community!

The UNC School of Education is seeking a teacher for Carolina Community Academy, a laboratory school established in partnership with The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Person County Schools. This full-time, 10-month position is based in Roxboro, NC, and will support instruction in kindergarten through second grade, depending on school needs.

In this role, the teacher will foster a culture of innovation and collaboration, implement effective instructional strategies, and support the academic, social-emotional, and physical development of all students. The position also works closely with the school principal, University faculty and staff, and may coordinate and direct the work of teacher assistants.

For full consideration, apply by June 11, 2026. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4dTrQZE

05/28/2026

Congrats to Stephanie Anne Shelton, Ph.D., the Donald G. Tarbet Faculty Scholar in Education, on receiving Division D’s Significant Contributions to Research Methodology Award at the 2026 American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting. 🎉

Shelton and her colleagues Jennifer R. Wolgemuth, Ph.D., of the University of South Florida and Kelly W. Guyotte, Ph.D., of The University of Alabama, were recognized for their book, “Expanding Approaches to Thematic Analysis: Creative Engagements with Qualitative Data.”

The award recognizes published research that represents a significant advancement in the theory and practice of educational research methodology. Their book pushes the field of qualitative inquiry to think more expansively about thematic analysis, exploring creative approaches to engaging with qualitative data through annotations, poetry, photography, comics, memos, listening, writing, and more. Read more.

Stephanie Anne Shelton, Ph.D., the Donald G. Tarbet Faculty Scholar in Education at the UNC School of Education, was recognized at the 2026 American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting with Division D’s […]

05/27/2026

Please join us in congratulating Brad Smith, Ed.D., a clinical assistant professor in the School's online Ed.D. concentration in Organizational Learning and Leadership and the HOLD at UNC School of Education, on being named the 11th president of the NCACTE-North Carolina Association of Colleges for Teacher Education 🎉

Effective July 1, Smith will lead the NCACTE, the state’s leading advocacy organization for teacher preparation, bringing together public and private educator preparation programs across North Carolina. During his three-year term through 2029, he will help advance teacher education and support the success of educators, students, and schools statewide.

With nearly 20 years of experience in teaching, accreditation, strategic planning, and program development, Smith brings a strong foundation of expertise and leadership to this role. Read more.

Brad Smith, Ed.D., a clinical assistant professor in the UNC School of Education’s online Ed.D. concentration in Organizational Learning and Leadership and the undergraduate Human and Organizational Leadership Development program, […]

05/23/2026

The academic semester may have concluded, but UNC School of Education faculty are continuing to bring research, expertise, and leadership into key conversations.

Last week, faculty members Eric Houck, Ph.D., and Constance Lindsay, Ph.D., served on panels at a convening of The Hunt Institute’s Mayors Leadership Fellowship, a program that strengthens mayoral leadership in education by bringing together mayors and education professionals from across the country for dialogue, peer learning, and policy exploration.

During the convening, Houck and Lindsay shared insights that amplify topics and conversations shaping education policy and practice.

Houck’s research examines how teachers and students are distributed across schools and districts — and how salary structures and student assignment policies drive those patterns. Lindsay’s research centers on teacher quality and diversity, racial achievement gaps, and adolescent development.

05/22/2026

On Wednesday, following Carolina Community Academy's kindergarten graduation and awards ceremony, second graders had their own moment to celebrate the end of a fantastic school year and the milestone of moving on to third grade at nearby elementary schools in Person County Schools. 🎉

Students enjoyed popcorn, ice cream, games, and time with their peers, teachers, staff, families, and loved ones who came together to celebrate their achievements.

We are so excited for our Tar Heels and all they have accomplished this year, and we wish every CCA student, family, and staff member a wonderful summer! 🩵

05/22/2026

The last day of school has arrived at Carolina Community Academy in Roxboro, North Carolina — and our tiniest Tar Heels had so much to celebrate. 🩵

On Wednesday, CCA hosted its kindergarten graduation and awards ceremony, recognizing kindergarteners for their growth, hard work, and achievements as they prepare to move on to first grade. First graders were also recognized with awards that celebrated their classroom accomplishments and the ways they supported their teachers and peers throughout the year.

Families and loved ones gathered to cheer on students and celebrate all they have accomplished. Congratulations to each young learner! 🎊

05/20/2026

Laurie Norman’s story began when she was 4 years old, visiting Chapel Hill with her family and imagining that one day she would become a Tar Heel herself. 🐏 After graduating in 1983, she built a decades-long career rooted in service to the University, first through Carolina Alumni and later at the UNC School of Education.

As director of alumni relations for the School, Norman manages the alumni council, helps lead the Distinguished Alumni Awards, supports graduation planning, launched a student-alumni mentoring program, and finds meaningful ways to connect students, alumni, faculty, and staff.

Now honored as a recipient of the 2026 C. Knox Massey Distinguished Service Award, Norman’s more than 35 years of service reflect her commitment to , the School, and the people who make both feel like home. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill shares more about Norman’s lasting impact on the Carolina community. 🩵 https://unc.live/43jnwOq

Photo Credit: 📸 Jon Gardiner (Office of University Communications and Marketing)

The Massey Award winner connects the Carolina community through her role at the UNC School of Education.