CMS Beginning Teacher Development & Support

Engagement Friday: What routine worked well this week? Share your thoughts and ideas with us!💬📌

Throwback Thursday: In 1900, North School opened—designed from a Texas hospital blueprint! 🏥➡️🏫

Did You Know? Swann v. CMS (1971) shaped national desegregation policy. 🚌⚖️

Feel‑Good Friday: Progress > perfection. 🌱✨

Throwback Thursday: CMS origins began in 1882 with its first city and African-American schools. 🏫📜

Congrats to our January award winners! 🎉 Beginning Teacher of the Month: Jasmin Harrison (Hickory Grove Elem) 🍎 Mentor of the Month: Rickita Banks (Long Creek Elem) 🤝 Thank you both for your incredible impact every day! ✨

Teachers, take advantage of this FREE Professional Development offered by MELT (Math Education Leadership Training) at App State! Visit the website for more info: mathsci.appstate.edu/melt

HBD to our Director, Ted Mueller! 🎂 We celebrated with an “everything but a balloon” prank 🎈❌ and “everything but a cup” challenge ☕❌. Ted, thanks for bringing joy and authenticity to the team every day. We’re so lucky to have you! 🥳💙 #BeginningTeacherSupport

HBD to the man behind the mission, Director Ted Mueller! 🎂🎈 Your passion for new educators is unmatched. Have an amazing day! 🥳🙌 #BeginningTeacherSupport #TeamLead

💕Happy FriYAY the 13th all! 💝Team BTD&S hopes you have a frightfully wonderful weekend! #cmsbtds #FridayThe13th #ValentinesDay

☃️ ☃️ ☃️ All CMS district, school, and work locations will be closed on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026. The safety and well-being of our students, staff, and families remain our top priority. Thank you for your continued support of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. ☃️ ☃️ ☃️

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." — Nelson Mandela ✊🏾 This #BlackHistoryMonth, we celebrate the legacy of Black educators. To our new teachers: you are following in the footsteps of giants! 📚✨ #NewTeachers #RepresentationMatters

Happy New Year, CMS Educators! ✨🍎 Welcome back! To our beginning teachers: every day is a fresh start—your impact matters! We’re here to support you all semester. Let’s make 2026 amazing! 🚀 #CMSStrong #BeginningTeachers #NewYearNewGoals @CharMeckSchools

🎄 The uglier, the merrier! ✨ Happy #UglySweaterDay from BTD&S! Celebrate bold patterns, bright colors & holiday cheer. Show us your best (or worst!) sweater! 👇 #FestiveFun #BTDS

🧁 Life is sweeter with cupcakes! ✨ Happy #NationalCupcakeDay from BTD&S! Celebrate the little treats that bring big smiles. What’s your favorite flavor? 🍫🍓🍋 Share below! #SweetSuccess #BTDS

🎉 Welcome, December! ❄️ Let’s celebrate the growth & resilience of beginning teachers! 🌟 Reflect, embrace new learning, & finish strong—every challenge has shaped you into the educator your students need. 💪 #BeginningTeachers #FinishStrong #WelcomeDecember

🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from Beginning Teacher Development & Support! We’re grateful for your resilience, dedication & the impact you make every day. What’s one thing you’re thankful for this season? Drop it below! 👇 #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #BeginningTeachers #TeacherLife

Today we honor all who’ve served 🇺🇸—especially the veterans now serving in classrooms 🍎. Your dedication inspires us daily. Thank you for your service to our country & our students! 💙 #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #ServiceAboveSelf

Heads up, CMS community! Here's a quick look at important dates coming up in November.

🍂 Hello, November! 🍁 A season to slow down, reflect & embrace gratitude. Cozy moments, meaningful connections & the magic of change await. ✨ What are you most looking forward to this month? #HelloNovember #GratitudeSeason #FallVibes #NewMonthNewGoals