UNC School of Education

At the UNC School of Education, our community is committed to realizing the transformative power of education. We work to better serve all learners and redefine what it means to educate both lifelong and lifewide. Witness how we #PropeltheWorld. 🌎

“I feel like I have a School of Education family, a Carolina family, and my real family. I’ve gotten so much support from those people along the way.” ✨ Learn more from @UNC about Norman’s lasting impact on the #Carolina community. 🩵

We’re partnering with @UNCSchoolofEd to feature relevant research studies in our monthly digest, Measured Insights. The May issue includes a study that focuses on how a tiered texts approach can support multilingual learners and readers who need extra support in accessing complex texts. Read the full research summary here →metametrics.com/resources/meas…

Annemarie Hindman of @UNCSchoolofEd created a free Kindergarten Toolkit to help kids in Person County Schools. The web-based guide for caregivers provides tips on building language and independence. Learn how #UNC is improving early childhood education unc.live/4tc0aVJ

Senior Evianna Merriam found the best of both worlds at #UNC, combining marine science research at @UNCims with teacher training through @UNCSchoolofEd. After graduation, she’ll work at @BHIConservancy. Learn how Merriam combined her passions at Carolina unc.live/4euC193

@UNC is stepping up to address North Carolina’s workforce needs, and #UNCSSW is leading the way alongside @UNCSON and @UNCSchoolofEd. Read more ⬇️ unc.edu/posts/2026/04/…

Leadership Lens Join us tomorrow at the Human & Organizational Leadership Development Capstone Symposium as our intern, Riley Jo Holland, presents Carolina in the Capitol: Building UNC’s DC Alumni Network. This project highlights a leadership-driven approach to strengthening one of UNC’s largest alumni communities, Washington, D.C., by developing a centralized, scalable network that connects students and alumni pursuing careers in public service and policy. By leveraging existing university platforms, the initiative creates new opportunities for mentorship, professional connection, and long-term engagement. Riley Jo’s work reflects the power of thoughtful leadership in building systems that expand access, foster community, and create lasting impact. 📍 Session #2 | Peabody Hall Room G040A 🕝 2:30–2:55 PM 🗓 Symposium runs from 1:30–4:30 PM Register here: go.unc.edu/holdsymposium We look forward to seeing you there.

We’re partnering with @UNCSchoolofEd to feature relevant research studies in our monthly digest, Measured Insights. The April issue includes a study that focuses on whether intensive math tutoring can improve outcomes for economically disadvantaged high school students in Chicago. Read the full research summary here → metametrics.com/resources/meas…

We’re partnering with @UNCSchoolofEd to feature relevant research studies in our monthly digest, Measured Insights. The March issue delves into a research study focused on replicating the decoding threshold in ReadBasix® and its impact on reading skills development. Read the full research summary here → metametrics.com/resources/meas… #reading #Lexile #literacy #UNC

In fall 2025, the School announced the relaunch of its Bachelor of Arts in Education in Elementary Education program, welcoming a new cohort in fall 2026. Three alumni share how the program equipped them to lead with care in schools and communities. unc.live/4rEJw0c

Join CIRSS next week for another “The AI Disruption” talk! Ha Nguyen, assistant professor at @UNCSchoolofEd, will present "Whose Voice is the Chatbot? Designing AI for Science Learning." ▶️ bit.ly/4bsPs6b

Congrats to faculty member Troy D. Sadler, Ph.D., a 25-year active member of NARST, who has been selected president-elect of the organization, the most prominent international association of science education researchers in the world! 🎊unc.live/4dcbLzv

“Intelligence plus character — that is the goal of true education.” On this day, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His work reminds us of the importance of education for all and service to others.

The School's Bachelor of Arts in Education in Elementary Education program aims to prepare highly effective teachers to create impact in today’s — and tomorrow’s — classrooms. Applications are now open, with the first classes beginning in fall 2026. ed.unc.edu/elementary

Happy FDOC, Tar Heels! 🩵 Welcome back, and here’s to the start of a new semester. Wishing you a great semester ahead!

Happy New Year, Tar Heels! 🐏🩵 As we reflect on 2025, we celebrate the achievements and dedication of our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the entire School community. Looking ahead to 2026, we’re excited to continue supporting transformative work within education. 🎉

#UNC alum Savannah Patterson ’19 was named Orange County's 2023 Teacher of the Year for her outstanding teaching at Cedar Ridge High School in Hillsborough, NC. Her path to that moment began with programs in @UNC_Biology and at the @UNCSchoolofEd go.unc.edu/Dr2o9 #GDTBATH

Exciting News: 🎊 Faculty members Dorothy L. Espelage and Marisa E. Marraccini will lead North Carolina’s efforts in a $16 million, multi-state study funded by @PCORI to reduce adolescent suicide risk through school-based prevention programs. unc.live/4s9j3cr

Mission Monday: Preparing Educators to Serve North Carolina @UNC is relaunching its undergraduate elementary education degree, part of @UNCSchoolofEd, reaffirming Carolina’s mission to serve the people of North Carolina through public education. Launching in Fall 2026, the redesigned program prepares future teachers with hands-on classroom experience, evidence-based instruction, and dual licensure in elementary education plus either special education or English as a second language—skills that directly reflect the needs of today’s classrooms. By combining rigorous academics, immersive fieldwork, and a focus on access and innovation, Carolina is preparing the next generation of educators to make an immediate impact in schools across the state. Read more here: unc.edu/posts/2025/12/… #UNC #MissionMonday #PublicService #Education #NCeducation

As we conclude our Carolina Community Academy video series, we’re celebrating the impact of a community that involves innovative teaching approaches and comprehensive wraparound services for @UNC's tiniest Tar Heels. See what they shared about what it means to be a Tar Heel. 🐏