2012-2013 - Fayetteville State University

School of Education
SPECIAL
POINTS OF
INTEREST:

From the Dean’s
Desk

Excellence in
Teaching MiniConference 2013

New Faculty &
Staff

SOE Scholarship
Banquet 2013
INSIDE THIS
ISSUE:
NC Counselors
Association Region 4 Training
ECLC “Little
Broncos” Graduation
ASBS Awards
Alpha Kappa Mu
Honor Society
SOE Assessment
Mentoring Tips
by Dr. Thompson
SOE Partnerships
ECLC Program
Symposium
Upcoming Events
SOE Programs
V O L U ME
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Teacher Education At FSU
As one of three academic degreegranting units at Fayetteville State
University (FSU), the School of
Education (SOE) is committed to
educating and to preparing preservice teachers and other school
executives as reflective and knowledgeable facilitators of learning. In
order to achieve our mission of
preparing quality educators to serve
a diverse society, we have strategic
processes in place to validate the
quality of our programs. Although
the SOE is one of only seven institutions in North Carolina on the
First Annual List of NCATE Accredited Institutions for July 1,
1954, we have not rested on our
strong history. We continue to
reevaluate our strategies, processes,
and achievements for growth. The
readiness of our graduates in the
education profession is an effective
measure of “output” quality. However, for those who consider “input”
as a measure of quality, the SOE
requires that all students have a
minimum GPA of 2.5 for admission
to, continuation in, and graduation
from programs. The average admission GPA for the 2012-2013 is 3.37
with an average completion GPA of
3.18.
The SOE collects performance data
on each completer through the
Learning Achievement Tools
(LAT) platform in TaskStream.
There are six major standards-based
assessments plus a cumulative electronic portfolio, which measure the
readiness of prospective completers.
These data are reviewed by each
department. Candidates who are
not demonstrating quality through
measures of efficiency, are retained.
It is also important to note that
mentor teachers and principals at
capstone internship sites must affirm that the candidates are indeed
ready to become teachers of record. Failure to secure this confirmation results in an extended
internship experience guided by a
prescription on expectations from
our partners’ feedback. A full
semester of student teaching
experience is required for all
initial licensure programs, while
a year-long internship experience
is required for both the principal
and superintendent preparation
programs.
During Annual Assessment Retreats, faculty from SOE and the
College of Arts and Sciences
(CAS) review program data and
determine areas for growth as
well as identify strategies to
strengthen those areas during the
next academic year. Annual data
are shared with the SOE faculty
and staff at the opening meeting
each semester. Departmental
meetings during each Bronco
Kickoff provide an avenue for
faculty to drill into their program
data and collaboratively apply
changes for the next academic
year – all with a goal of continued program enhancement.
The SOE seeks input on the effectiveness and quality of our
programs through the services of
external constituents represented
by Local Education Agencies
(LEA), students, the CAS faculty, and other University representatives through their participation on the Teacher Education
Committee (TEC). The TEC,
which is instrumental in the review process, meets twice per
semester and consistently reviews standards, policies, and
processes that guide program
admission, progression, and completion. All teacher education
programs were recently revised
to be 21st century proficient and
are aligned with state standards
and priorities. External partners
supported the program review
process, resulting in approval of
all programs by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction and the State Department of Education. Maintaining
accreditation is a priority for the
SOE and FSU. Standards-based
teams comprised of faculty, students, and external partners meet
regularly to review program and
unit data against strong accreditation standards measures.
The SOE, through its Assessment Office, conducts surveys to
provide information on the satisfaction of our recently employed
graduates. The institution also
conducts surveys of Graduating
Seniors to seek their input on the
quality of their preparation program. The SOE has consistently
received ratings of over 80% on
students’ satisfaction with services provided, as well as their
readiness for employment based
on success measured during their
first 3 years of employment. The
persistence rate of our candidates
is also above 80%. Although
response rate has been limited,
employer surveys, primarily
from principals, also reflect a
high satisfaction in our graduates
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Teacher Education at FSU continued
and their readiness for, and performance on, the job. Our candidates
pass rate on exit examination is always above 90%.
“Do not follow
where the path may
lead. Go, instead,
where there is no
path and leave a
trail.—Ralph Waldo
Emerson
“The function of
education is to teach
one to think
In addition to our internal quality
processes, the SOE is facilitated by
external measures to determine the
quality of our programs through its
products -- our graduates. The University of North Carolina General
Administration, in collaboration with
the North Carolina Public Policy
Institute, conducts annual research to
evaluate the effectiveness of all
teacher preparation programs in the
state. Effectiveness is based on the
value-added impact of teachers on
the students in their classrooms.
Research results have consistently
shown that teachers who graduated
from FSU’s programs have a positive impact on the academic growth
of the children they teach. Our English, mathematics, and science teachers document statistically significant
impact, with teachers of mathematics
demonstrating that they are the best
in the state! Documents providing
details on these external measures of
quality are posted to the SOE website at the link “Program Quality
Indicators” http://www.uncfsu.edu/
soe/program-quality-indicators.
Greater than 90% of our completers
secure permanent employment in
their area of preparation with most
critically.
Intelligence plus
character-that is the
securing employment during
their capstone experience. The
2012 teacher of the year and
principal of the year for Cumberland County Public Schools
are both FSU graduates. These
educators provide relevant
validation of the quality of our
programs. Three graduates of
our doctoral program are currently serving as superintendents in the Sandhills region of
North Carolina.
The SOE is proud of the strong
preparation and qualifications
of the faculty members who
serve the programs. Faculty
members are experts in the
curriculum area they teach and
most are licensed in those areas. Several faculty members
are retired administrators or
administrators who have
changed careers to assist us in
our quest to deliver high quality programs and prepare highly
qualified facilitators of learning for the professional workplace. Our faculty maintains
professional relevance and
readiness through conference
attendance, presentations at
local, national, and international conferences, and multiple
peer-reviewed publications.
As a faculty, we are actively
involved in serving on national
accreditation and state program
approval teams. Since our
programs are closely aligned to
national standards, our faculty
also serves as reviewers on
programs seeking national
recognition from professional
organizations. The SOE is
served by staff members who
have longevity with the institution and participate in professional development activities to
maintain knowledge of not only
institution processes, but also
program content and strategies
for effective customer service.
The SOE will participate in the
continued reaccreditation process with CAEP/NCATE in
spring 2015 when a team of
external reviewers will review
our processes and products to
assist us through continued
quality and effectiveness.
While we have much in place
to measure and validate quality,
we welcome ideas and opportunities to provide a check and
balance on the quality of all
programs. We believe the
preparation of a quality teacher
requires great collaboration;
therefore, we will continue to
engage in strategies that will
support this goal and assist us
in preparing effective teachers
for classrooms and workplaces
that serve our greatest resource
– our children.
GO BRONCOS!!
Leontye L. Lewis, Dean
goal of true
education.”
Dr. M.L King, Jr.
Maxine McFayden (Center)
Administrative Support Associate, SOE Dean’s Office
2011 Staff of the Year
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Excellence in Teaching Conference 2013
Continuing the tradition of preparing individuals at the undergraduate and graduate levels
for service in the field of education, the School
of Education proudly hosted the 5th Annual
Excellence in Teaching Mini-Conference. The
2013 theme was reflective of the immersion of
the Common Core and Essential Standards and
S.T.E.M. Education. The conference, sponsored by Title III and co-sponsored by FSU
Noyce Scholarship Program, was held on the
campus of Fayetteville State University on
Friday, April 19th, 2013.
Professors, Curriculum Specialists, Principals,
classroom teachers, and other leaders in education shared their knowledge and expertise in
order to help teachers prepare to enter the
classroom. Local and out-of-state Human
Resources Departments were in attendance as
well. The conference featured sessions that
were scheduled primarily to support the development of best practices for new teachers.
Two hundred individuals registered for the
conference, including 90 teaching candidates,
39 FSU Faculty, 11 public school teachers,
and a number of other leaders in the educational field.
The director of S.T.E.M. Education for the
Department of Public Instruction, facilitated a
session entitled, “What is a S.T.E.M. School?”
This session informed candidates of the 11
attributes a school or program must meet to
qualify for state recognition as a S.T.E.M.
school or program. Participants in this session
reviewed and discussed these attributes and
the accompanying rubric in order to determine
the significance of the S.T.E.M. education.
An Associate Professor at Fayetteville State
University facilitated a session entitled,
“Collaborating to Support Struggling Students
in S.T.E.M. Subjects”. This session engaged
participants interested in strategic planning to
address the unique needs of struggling students in today’s diverse S.T.E.M. classrooms.
With over 45 sessions available to participants,
topics ranged from “NC Science Essentials
Standards to Next Generation Science Standards: A Road Map to Future Science Instruction” to “How to Keep Your Class Actively
Engaged”; therefore, providing informative
sessions targeted at a plethora of educators’
interests and concerns.
invited to the Capel Arena for an Awards Dinner from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Dr. Gregory
Washington, a Professor of Mechanical and
Aerospace Engineering and the Dean for the
Henry Samueli School of Engineering at the
University of California Irvine, was the keynote speaker for the evening. Staying true to
the conference’s theme, he focused on the
importance of S.T.E.M. Education in society.
Following Dr. Washington’s address, The
Wynton H. Hadley Excellence in Teaching
Award was presented. Dr. Hadley was known
as a person of great humility, patience, and
understanding. The award not only honors the
memory of Dr. Hadley but also serves to inspire current and future educators to strive for
excellence in education. The recipients of this
award were Ms. Denise Payton and Dr. Samuel Heastie.
The SOE is honored by the presence and continued commitment of everyone involved in
the efforts to improve the lives of our future …
our children. We look forward to hosting the
6th Annual Excellence in Teaching Conference
in 2014.
After sessions concluded, all participants were
NC School Counselors Association Region 4 Training for School Counselors
The School of Education collaborated with the
North Carolina School Counselors Association
to host the Region 4 Conference on the campus
of Fayetteville State University on February
18, 2013. Although the conference attracted
201 participants from around the NC region,
the planning was almost effortless due to the
care exhibited by everyone. The FSU planning
team included, Dr. Leontye Lewis (Dean) and
the School of Education with coordination
support by Dr. Shari Herring; Lt. McKoy
(Campus Police) for parking and security services; Ms. Day and Campus Dining support;
Ms. Bowles and the Admissions Office staff
support; and Mr. Bari Snyder & Mr. Paul Jones
from ITTS with connections and general troubleshooting support. Working together we
were able to provide the day our guests ex-
pected.
“I would like to express my sincere gratitude to
you and the kind professionals at Fayetteville
State University for the outstanding job you
did in making the day’s training for school
counselors a successful one. It was an exemplar model of collaboration between NCDPI,
Fayetteville State University and NCSCA. I
cannot begin to express my gratitude to Dr.
Herring for being so welcoming by attending
to every detail for the presenters and the participants. I am so appreciative of her insight and
commitment to collaboratively work together
to improve student achievement through high
quality professional development. She certainly knows how to make the participants feel
special.” - Linda Brannan, M.Ed., NBCT,
Student Support
Services Consultant, Curriculum & Instruction Division,
NC Department
of Public Instruction, Raleigh, NC
Dr. S. Herring, R. MacGregor,
L. Brannan, M.Ed.
We are sincerely grateful that
Fayetteville
State University
was selected as
the host
site. Now that everyone has felt the Bronco
Pride, we look forward to their return.
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“Little Broncos” Graduate from the
FSU Early Childhood Learning Center
The Early Childhood
Learning Center
Friday, June 7,
was a special
day in the lives
of 51 four –year
olds as they
walked across
the stage at the
FSU Seabrook
Au-
ditorium to complete the first leg of
their journey towards greatness. The
pride and dreams of the family reverberated throughout the auditorium as
they cheered on all graduates, who
proudly walked to the stage, eloquently
stated their names into the microphone,
shook the hand of First Lady Anderson, received their diploma from Dean
Lewis, and finished by being greeted
fondly by Chancellor Anderson. Provost Young applauded from his seat on
stage. Graduates and their parents
were encouraged to read during the
summer break and each received a bag
with three books from Ms. Vicky Sellar, who represented the “Raise the
Reader Program” and the Cumberland
County Library. Before these young
graduates concluded their first graduation experience with their rendition of
the ECLC School Song and their pas-
sionate responses to “Attitude Check,”
they received relevant wisdom from one
of Fayetteville State’s oldest graduates,
Ms. Elizabeth Frasier, class of 1945
(pictured above at the microphone). Ms.
Frasier applauded the graduates and
reminded them that in order to secure
the success for which they are poised,
they must respond to the triple A’s –
Attendance, Attitude, and Achievement.
She shared that Attitude is the “King”
and wears a crown, since that powerful
measure will determine achievement – a
great message for everyone in attendance. Ms. Frasier also provided each
graduate with a map she personally
made to guide them on this path to success. Below, a graduate, pictured with
the Chancellor and First Lady Anderson
receives her diploma from Dean Lewis.
“The function of education is to teach one to think critically. Intelligence plus
character-that is the goal of true education.”
Dr. M.L King, Jr.
ASBS Receives Awards
As a graduate student in the
Master of Arts in Teaching Middle
School Mathematics program in the
School of Education, the spring semester
of 2013 was both challenging and rewarding. As I prepare to graduate in
December, one of my main goals is to
answer a call for papers with the opportunity to present at a professional conference. After submitting two papers and
abstracts to two research conferences and
student competitions, my proposals have
been accepted and I am well on my way
to achieving goal. Presenting educational
research in the area of mathematics at the
National Association of African American Studies and Affiliates (NAAAS)
International Conference in Baton Rouge,
Louisiana and the Association of Social
and Behavioral Scientists (ASBS) Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio further fueled
my passion for research as I experienced
the warm reception with which my work
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
was accepted and critiqued by professionals at each of these venues. In addition to
this positive reception was the bonus of
having won monetary awards for the
presentation of my work in each instance.
It truly never ceases to amaze me how
much we can accomplish when we try.
These opportunities have revealed a whole new gamut of roles and
responsibilities in the field of mathematics education. Presenting with both seasoned and novice scholars from different
countries, universities and disciplines,
while engaging in discussions and attending presentations have been humbling,
gratifying, edifying and priceless. This
kind of learning which extends outside
the classroom makes the collegiate experience more fulfilling and robust. These
are experiences for which I am extremely
thankful. As a result, I would like to
thank Dr. Doreen Hilton and Dr. LaDelle
Olion, in the graduate school and the
HBCU-STEM
scholarship
program, for
their consistent
support of
students and
student research. It is
with earnest
gratitude, I
thank you both
for your commitment to
helping students achieve
greater and
Gabrielle Alexander-Lee
better things
through academic
& Dr. Hinton
programs and
through valuable personal encouragement. Thank you for contributing to an
extraordinary semester!
Gabrielle Alexander-Lee
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Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society
New inductees into the Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society with Faculty Advisor, Dr. Peter Eley and Associate Dean Dr. Noran Moffett,
(right) and Chief of Staff, Dr. Thomas Conway (center back in red bowtie)
Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society
Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society is a general
scholarship honor society open to junior and senior
men and women in all academic areas who meet
the requirements of the society.
To qualify for election to membership in Alpha
Kappa Mu students must be classified as juniors or
seniors; have earned a minimum of sixty (60) semester credits; maintain a GPA of 3.3 or higher;
and graduate with fifteen (15) or more credit hours
earned at FSU with a GPA of 3.7 or higher. Transfer students are not eligible for membership in the
organization until they have been in residence at
the university for two semesters.
The purpose of the honor society is to promote
high scholarship; to encourage sincere and zealous
endeavor in all fields of knowledge and service; to
cultivate a high order of personal living; and to
develop an appreciation for scholarship and scholarly endeavor in others.
A chapter of Alpha Kappa Mu National Honor Society, the Rho Beta Chi Chapter, was established
at Fayetteville State University in 1940 to promote
scholastic excellence among the students of the
institution. It was reestablished in 2010 under the
direction of Dr. Peter Eley. Over 70 students from
various majors have been inducted into this honor
society since it restarted.
“Education is the KEY to UNLOCK
the golden door of freedom”
George Washington Carver
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Dr. Thompson’s Mentoring Tips of the Week
Dear Colleague:
On March 21, 2013, I hosted
the School of Education’s “Second Annual Faculty Author Reception.” Last
year, when I initially thought of this
event, I had three goals in mind: (1) to
honor faculty and staff whose books,
journal articles, essays, or book chapters
had been published during the current
academic year, (2) to encourage faculty
and staff who are working on various
writing projects to continue to write, and
(3) to motivate individuals who want to
write but haven’t been writing, to get
started on writing projects. This year,
more than twice as many faculty and
staff had their work published, and the
highlight of the reception was hearing
each author share a writing tip. Ten of
the authors took time to email me their
tips so that I could share them with you.
I’m certain that their wonderful advice
will motivate you to keep writing if
you’re already writing and if you aren’t
to start writing as soon as possible.
What the Faculty and
Staff Authors Said
Author: Dr. Tawannah Allen, Assistant Professor, Department of Educational Leadership, and Director of Doctoral Studies
Writing Tip: “Focus your writing agenda on your community service activities
and projects. This way, you’re writing,
researching, and providing service on
items you enjoy. Then, the writing is
meaningful.”
Author: Dr. Miriam Chitiga, Associate Professor and Interim Chair, Department of Educational Leadership
Writing Tip: “Follow your heart, when
it comes to selecting research areas. As
a naturally inquisitive educator, I am
intrigued by less researched issues that
can affect student learning and academic
success. Therefore, go out there and
develop systematic studies on what you
consider important to the advancement
of a better understanding of student
learning. In order to increase the impact
of your research, select journals that are
read by the most relevant constituencies
for your work. For example, if you are
writing about African American college
students, find journals that those teaching the population represented in the
study are most likely to read. This increases both the chances of acceptance
for publication and of your work being
used by someone! And, if you are really
fortunate, some of your participants may
even get hold of the journal in their college library or in an instructor's office!
Happy researching and writing!”
Author: Dr. Virginia Dickens, Professor, Department of Middle Grades, Secondary and Special Subjects
Writing Tip: Write it down!
“Never underestimate the power of the
story that ‘uniquely you’ have to tell. No
one else has exactly your perspective,
exactly your insights, or exactly your
enthusiasm for the story you have to tell.
While this is true of professional writing, even when it feels less creative, this
is even more true for writing personal
and family stories that need to be told
(and will be lost if they are not). Those
life changing or funny or thought provoking or tragic occurrences in your life
---or the lives of those you love—may
seem insignificant against the larger
than life stories we view on the evening
news. But our stories are, nevertheless,
the history of who we are as individuals
and as family groupings.
Just as we search genealogy and other
resource web sites for bits and pieces of
information about those who came before us, imagine how those after us will
do the same (our children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and on and on).
Let’s make it easier for them, and more
enriching, by writing down the details of
our family happenings (how your father
and I met, what it was like the night you
were born, why Aunt Ruthie never married, how and why Uncle Russell was
never the same after he returned home
from Viet Nam, what it felt like to say
goodbye to my sister, Janie, as we lost
her to cancer, etc. etc. etc.). Imagine
your great grands in fifty years finding
your writings and knowing the stories
they otherwise would never have
known unless you …write it down.”
Resources:
Maybe Someone Should Write That
Down http://
youwhoineverknew.wordpress.com/
tag/writing-family-stories/page/2/
What’s Write for the Family (G. Keer)
http://www.parents-choice.org/
article.cfm?
art_id=180&the_page=consider_this
Writing Triggers for Family Memories
http://www.squidoo.com/writingtriggers-for-family-memories
Author: Dr. Peter Eley, Assistant
Professor, Department of Middle
Grades, Secondary and Special Subjects
Writing Tip: “1. Any work you do
consider writing it up. 2. When inspiration hits write. 3. Consider collaboration; it requires accountability.”
Author: Dr. Mary J. Ferguson, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Department
of Educational Leadership
Writing Tip: “Inspiration is Godsent. Once an idea is given to your
spirit, you should write it down,
whether it's on a napkin, a shoebox, or
a paper bag. Write your aha moment
down. Once it passes you by, it may
never return.”
Author: Dr. Ji Young Kim, Assistant
Professor of English, Director of Composition, and Coordinator of ESL Add
-on Licensure Program
Writing Tip: for publishing in a highquality journal
“Revise, Revise and Revise! If the
journal wants to publish your article
without any revision, it would be fantastic. However, in most cases,
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reviewers offer revision comments, including suggestions and criticism.
Make every effort to comply with their
requests. They want to see your submitted
article improved. When you send your
revised paper back to the journal, expect
additional revision requests. Even if you
get more revision requests, remember it is
good news: The journal wants to publish
your article. Be patient with the revision
requests and communicate with the reviewers. They want to see your paper improved
and published.”
Author: Dr. Priscilla Manarino-Leggett,
Professor, Department of Elementary Education, and Coordinator of Reading Education Program
Writing Tip: “Never give up. Do not let
revising make you discouraged. We revised our manuscript three times! Also,
write about what you are doing and enjoy
doing! We all are doing so many wonderful things. We just have to take the time to
share the information; it does not always
have to be a research study! Also, choose
the journal you would like to get into and
write to their specification and audience.
Check conferences. Many of them have
online journal proceedings which are peer
reviewed. Your presentation can end up
getting published in their journal. Collaboration is fun, so work with your colleagues
in your school or across schools or colleges. Good luck!”
of South Carolina titled, ‘The Cultural
Symphony in Schools: Effectively Teaching African American and Latino High
School students.’ It also helps to always
have a project going. The project I am
currently working on is a multi-state
study on the decision-making practices of
expert high school principals.”
Author: Mrs. Jenny Washington, Director, Office of Teacher Education
Author: Dr. Cynthia Shamberger, Assistant Professor of Special Education,
Department of Middle Grades, Secondary, and Special Subjects
Writing Tip: “Keep a journal or a notebook and a pen with you at all times, so
you can write as topics and thoughts
come to your mind. You do not have to
worry about the format in your journal. Just write. I even keep one on my
nightstand, because my best inspiration
seems to occur in my dreams. I wake up
and write my thoughts down, so I do not
forget them.”
Writing Tip: “My tip is to get my fingers
on the keyboard and words on the
page. Often, the first words are a written
prayer in bold red font (so I remember to
remove it later). I also give myself 15
minutes to write something. After that, I
stop and move on or look up and see that
30-45 minutes have passed, and I’ve been
writing away!”
Conclusion
I hope that you enjoyed reading the great
writing tips from the faculty and staff
authors who recently had their work
published. With this in mind, hang in
there, have a great week, keep writing,
and be on the lookout for next week’s
mentoring advice.
Blessings and peace,
Dr. Gail Thompson
Dr. Dionne McLaughlin, Associate Professor, Department of Educational Leadership, and Director, Masters of School Administration Program
Writing Tip: “Have a clear sense of what
you want to write about, and then find a
journal that matches your interests. Keep
your eyes open. You may come across a
journal that is a great match for your research that you were previously unaware
of. I was searching for journals and came
across the Teacher Education Journal of
South Carolina. It is also helpful to pay
attention to small things. If you are submitting to a journal that has a membership,
join. I love writing, so it makes a difference to write about something that you are
passionate about. This year, I wrote an
article for the Teacher Education Journal
“The purpose of education
is to replace an empty mind with an open on”
Malcolm S. Forbes
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SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP (CHRISTY THOMAS)
The School of Education is committed to honoring the goals of the University-School Teacher Education Partnership (U-STEP). These goals
include:
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Improving teaching and learning through better preparation of teachers, administrators, licensed personnel, and non-licensed teachers
Creating more effective models of pre-service preparation
Strengthening the teaching profession, from initial preparation through career-long professional development and renewal
Redesigning the written and taught teacher education curricula in order to reduce the gap between theory and practice
Redefining and clarifying the professional roles of teachers and university professors to be consistent with the demands of the 21st
century learning environment
Improving P-16 learning experiences through university-school collaborative efforts
Increasing the number of elementary schools in the partnership
Providing educational technology services to schools in the partnership district
There are currently 37 schools in the Cumberland County School (CCS) District that partner with FSU’s SOE. These placement sites consist of
18 elementary schools, 9 middle schools, and 10 high schools. Dean Leontye Lewis, Associate Dean Noran Moffett, and the Professional
Development Schools (PDS) Coordinator, Christy Thomas met with CCS superintendents and selected associate superintendents, throughout
the course of the Spring Semester, in a concerted effort to revise and strengthen the partnership’s Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
agreement formed between the university and school system. The revisions made to the MOU will ensure the U-STEP goals are successfully
met.
While CCS District is our largest partner, surrounding local educational systems collaborate with the SOE in our U-STEP goals, as well. These LEAs include (but are not limited to) Fort Bragg, Bladen, Harnett, Hoke, Lee, Robeson, and Sampson County Schools. Elementary school
partners receive the greatest number of intern placements. See tables below.
FALL 2012 Placements ( by County)
FALL 2012 Placements ( Elementary, Middle, High)
SPRING 2013 Placements ( by County)
FALL 2012 Placements ( Elementary, Middle, High)
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Additionally, the SOE aims to provide candidates with an opportunity to experience a diverse population of students, including students
form military families. The chart below is a “snapshot” of the highest concentration of military-connected schools serviced by FSU candidates during Spring Semester 2013.
SPRING 2013: Military-Connected Student Population
Miller Elementary, E.E.
39.23%
Hefner, Elementary, Bill
36.92%
Smith High, E.E.
36.49%
Britt High, Jack
33.99%
Baldwin Elementary, Ed. V., Jr.
33.93%
Chesnutt Middle, Anne
30.55%
Brown Elementary, W.T.
29.45%
Easom Primary, Alma
25.10%
Seventy-First High
24.66%
The School of Education is committed to placing candidates in our schools who are dedicated to pursuing a career in education. It is our
mission to continue to address the needs of participating PDS schools through needs assessments/planning and providing continuous support
to FSU graduates as they acquire employment in our service LEAs.
THE EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER
The Early Childhood Learning Center (ECLC) is housed in the Lauretta J. Taylor Building and its
hours of operation are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The Center follows FSU’s schedule for holidays and
closings with the exception of the NC Pre-Kindergarten that follows FSU’s holidays and closings,
as well as Cumberland County Schools’ yearly calendar. We presently have 79 children from ages
5 months to 5 years.
The ECLC provides a program of experience designed to attain the following goals:
 to provide many opportunities for social development and adjustment.
 to promote development of good health habits.
 to provide opportunities for self-expression through language, music, art, role playing,
dramatizations, and other play experiences.
 to provide an atmosphere in which a child can succeed, thus building confidence in his
or her own ability and worth.
 to provide an atmosphere in which creativity is stimulated.
 to develop a feeling of adequacy with emphasis on independence and good work habits.
 to lay foundations for subject matter learning and intellectual growth.
The Early Childhood Learning Center along with the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), participate in various fundraisers. They include, annual King & Queen of Hearts Pageant, Scholastic
Book Fair, and Spaghetti Dinner. Individual class fund-raisers include, a children-centered lemonade stand, original creative art work created by students, which include hand painted artwork
(mouse pads, tumblers, t-shirts, key chains, and more). The purposes of the fundraisers are to
provide teaching and learning supplies, materials and activities not provided by FSU, the State, or
Partnership for Children.
The funds secured from these activities help to offset parental expenses for field trips and other
fun, educational, and cultural activities for children. In addition, it provides funds for extracurricular activities for students and families and workshops. It’s the goal of FSU Early Childhood
Learning Center to ensure children from the ages of six weeks to five years old are prepared for
success in school and in life.
The “LOOK” of the FSU Early Childhood Learning Center
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School of Education Facilitators of Learning Second Annual Scholarship
“Educators: Celebrating the Past, Giving to the Future” was the theme of the 2012 School of Education Scholarship Banquet, which was held on Friday, November 16, 2012 at the Double Tree Hotel in
Fayetteville. The goal of the Second Annual event was to secure scholarship funds that would support
teacher education candidates who are completing their required student teaching capstone course. Candidates enrolled in, and completing student teaching, are expected to forgo employment and focus entirely on the student teaching experience. Since many of the candidates enrolled in FSU’s teacher education programs are returning adults or career changers, they struggle with maintaining familial financial responsibilities as they complete this mandatory unpaid experience. The funds from this scholarship banquet also support preparation for, and registration fees to, the Praxis I examination. Praxis I is
a national examination, required by the state of North Carolina for admission to any initial teacher preparation program.
“Develop a
passion for
learning. If you
do, you will
never cease to
grow”
Anthony J.
The strong School of Education alumni base served as an impetus for the successful banquets. Participants represented many of the counties from the Sandhills Region and beyond. Success was evident in
the revenues secured – $32,306.00 in 2011 and $30,089.24 in 2012. For the Spring 2012 semester, the Praxis Committee
awarded the first student teaching scholarships to three (3) candidates. Each scholarship award was in the amount of $500.00.
During the 2012-2013 school year, 10 candidates received the student teaching scholarship for a total of $5, 000.00. Students interested in securing the praxis scholarship are required to participate in tutorial sessions to promote readiness for the
examination. Tutorials were offered to students who demonstrated an average to strong content knowledge in mathematics,
reading, and writing. Twenty-two (22) Praxis I scholarships were awarded. Sixteen (16) of 22 (73%) passed all or at least one
of the three components (Reading, mathematics, and writing) and 6 (27%) failed all three sections of the examination.
The highlight of the event was the words of appreciation offered by candidates currently enrolled in the student teaching experience. Four (4) candidates shared their goals, struggles, support received, and accomplishments with over 150 attendees.
Ms. Luu, Ms. Manning, Ms. Craven, and Mr. Williams were most eloquent and passionate in their presentations. Candidates
are depicted below.
Thuy Luu
Shequita Manning
Terrell Williams
Kristin Craven
During the event, awards were presented in three (3) areas to recognize the strong support to the School of Education. Nominations were made in each category and a subcommittee of the Fundraising Committee, chaired by a SOE alumna, identified
the award recipient.
The Achievement/Service Award recognizes a graduate who has demonstrated service to education and who has promoted
and enhanced the image of Fayetteville State University and the School of Education. This prestigious award was presented
to Mrs. Elizabeth Frasier, Class of 1945. Mrs. Frasier is a service-oriented professional who has served FSU and her community of Durham in various ways, including, but not limited to serving as teacher, administrator, higher education faculty,
tutor, and volunteer.
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Chancellor Anderson presents the Achievement/Service Award to Ms. Frasier. They are joined by Dean Lewis.
The Leadership Award recognizes a graduate who has demonstrated leadership in education and who has promoted and
enhanced the image of Fayetteville State University and the School of Education. The award was presented to Dr. Kelly
Charles, class of 1994 and 2000. Dr. Charles is involved in numerous leadership activities, including, but not limited to,
serving as a board member for Cumberland County CommuniCare and the Arc of Cumberland County. She also serves as
Vice President of NC Charmettes, Inc and is the FSU representative to The University of North Carolina Faculty Assembly.
Dr. Kelly Charles offers words of appreciation after receiving the Leadership Award
The Dean’s Award recognizes leadership, service, and financial support to the School of Education. Wal-Mart (Mr. Mike
Baldwin, Regional General Manager) received the 2012 Dean’s Award. Mr. Baldwin has served on the Dean’s Advisory
Board. He was unable to attend the event.
The Fundraising Committee (a sub-committee of the School of Education Dean’s Advisory Board) is chaired by Ms. Gloria
Moore Carter, Class of 1977 and former FSU Board of Trustee Chair. Other Fundraising Committee members are Ms. Marilyn Berry, Dr. Ethel Gore, Mr. Samuel Greene (Dean’s Advisory Board Chair), Mrs. Dorothy Hardy, Ms. Cynthia McCormic, Mr. Henry McKoy, Ms. Judy Musgrave, Minister Mary Owens, Mr. Greg Reames, Rev. Larry Simmons, Ms. Carrie
Sutton, Ms. Mia Smith, Ms. Maxine McFayden, and Dean Leontye Lewis.
The third annual scholarship banquet is scheduled for Friday, November 22, 2013 at the Metropolitan Room on 109 Green
Street in Fayetteville, NC. (Save the date on next page)
Www.uncfsu.edu/soe
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REFLECTIONS OF MY YEAR AS THE
FSU TEACHER OF THE YEAR
Purposeful reflection is essential to professional growth and development.
As I reflect on my year’s journey as the FSU Teacher of the Year, three
things immediately come to mind. First, I think about the excitement of
hearing my name called at the spring 2012 commencement. I was certainly
proud of the recognition of my work here at FSU and in the community, but
also the dedicated work of my colleagues in the Department of Middle
Grades, Secondary and Specialized Subjects and the entire School of Education. Our work is interconnected, collaborative, and focused on improving teaching and learning. We have a strong legacy
and on-going commitment to making certain that every child has access to a high-quality teacher and
administrator in the districts that we serve. I feel like the award acknowledged our efforts toward that
commitment, and I thank all of my colleagues for their support.
Second, I ruminate on the weight of the University Mace. Not only is it particularly sizable in terms of
physical heaviness, but the weight of its meaning to our Institution also comes to my mind. In ancient
times, the chief marshal’s responsibility was like that of a bodyguard, and he used a mace as a weapon
to defend ceremonial officials. In a similar way, our FSU Mace is a symbol of knowledge and authority, but it reminds us of the importance or “weight” of education in our society, and FSU’s prowess and
academic dignity in our community and around the globe. As the FSU Chief Marshal, carrying the
ceremonial mace symbolized the rich history FSU as a historically black university, but also as North
Carolina's second-oldest public institution of higher education. It was quite an honor, and I am so
thankful to all of the administrators and staff who gave guidance and support throughout the year.
Lastly, I reflect on my students, and specifically those who desire to work with pupils with exceptional
learning needs. I applaud their persistence through the varied and immense requirements for teacher
candidates in public education today. As we work, often online, through course requirements, unit
plans, content projects, professional standards, the integration of 21st century skills, preparation for
licensure exams, management of the electronic portfolio system, and the many other assignments and
tasks, you “hang in there” while working full-time and raising a family. You see the value in our
learning experience; regardless of how difficult it is, because you realize the true challenges of this
career-choice. Teachers are the most important variable in student success. Professional educators are
the single-most significant school-based factor in determining whether a child will achieve, be motivated to learn, read for understanding, and overcome the achievement gap. The key word in the title of
this award is “TEACHER”, and I count myself among one of the most important people in overcoming the education challenges of our nation, and contributing to the success in our public schools. I am,
and will always be an unapologetic, candid and proud “TEACHER”. I thank my students for their
emails of congratulations, letters of support and words of encouragement during my year of service in
this role.
Special thanks to my Department Chair, Dr. Kimberly Smith-Burton, Dean, Dr. Leontye L. Lewis,
mentors Drs. Virginia Dickens and Cathy Kosterman, and my loving family, Dr. Curtis Charles, AJ
and Jessica, for their encouragement and support.
Kelly Charles
ASSESSMENT NEWS
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Summer Happenings in the SOE Office of Assessment
As the 2012-2013 school year comes to a close, select faculty, staff and administrators in the
School of Education engaged in the 3rd annual Assessment Retreat which was held on June 6th 2013
in the FSU Charles Chestnut Library. The purpose of the retreat was to discuss and analyze the
Unit’s Assessment System and key findings in order to facilitate the highest quality educational experience for all candidates in the School. Data collected from student and employer surveys, performance artifacts, dispositional instruments and field experiences that occurred during the 2012-2013
academic year were a few items that were reviewed on the day’s agenda. The retreat will help to
inform the answers to pertinent questions like: what changes, if any, do the results of assessments
suggest for the program faculty, the artifacts, and the rubrics; what faculty development seems to be
needed; and what do the data from evaluations reveal about our strengths and areas for improvement? The retreat offered a focused occasion for key SOE stakeholders, along with partnering faculty from the College of Arts and Sciences, to revisit, refine, and revise the electronic data management system and all assessment processes.
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Welcome: New Faculty and Staff
Dr. Noran Moffett
Associate Dean
Dr. Dionne McLaughlin
MSA Program Director
Dr. Marlina Duncan
Asst. Professor
Educational Leadership
Middle Grades, Secondary &
Specialized Subjects
School of Education
Ms. Christy Thomas
PDS Coordinator
School of Education
Ms. Shameka Johnson
Program Manager
Prep Noyce
Scholarship MGSS
Authors’ Reception
“When anyone in the School of Education does something noteworthy it makes us
all even better,” Dr. Gail L. Thompson
The SOE hosted its second annual Authors’ Reception on March 21, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. in Butler
Room 325. Dr. Gail Thompson, Wells Fargo Endowed Professor of Education originated and
hosts the annual celebratory event. The 2012-2013 celebration provided an opportunity fro honorees to provide writing tips to reception participants. Writings tips from honorees are noted on
pages 6 and 7 in Dr. Thomson’s “Mentoring Tips of the Week.” This year’s honorees are: Dr.
Tawannah Allen, Dr. Kelly Charles, Dr. Miriam Chitiga, Dr. Virginia Dickens, Dr. Peter Eley,
Dr. Mary Ferguson, Dr. Shelton Ford, Dr. Samuel Heastie, Dr. Pricilla Manarino-Leggett, Dr.
Dionne McLaughlin, Dr. Teresa Reynolds, Dr. Cynthia Shamberger, and Mrs. Jenny Washington.
Nest year’s reception is scheduled for Thursday, March 28, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. in Butler 325. We
invite all authors to submit accomplishments for recognition.
Congratulations!!
AMERICAN EDUCATION WEEK!!!
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The School of Education was filled with excitement in celebration of our annual American Education Week.
American Education Week was a weeklong celebration which allowed Americans to experience an enjoyable
opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate public education, in general, while honoring those individuals who
are in fact making a difference to ensure that all children receive an education of quality. As such, Dr. Noran
L. Moffett, as co-chair with Mrs. Mia Smith for the AEW committee, proposed the use of a quote often used
in the History of American Education by Thomas Jefferson as a theme for the C.I. Brown Lecture. Thomas
Jefferson was quoted as writing to Colonel Charles Yancey on January 6, 1816 saying that "If a nation expects to be ignorant and free, in a state of civilization, it expects what never was and never will be." To highlight the significance of the role of education and the military, the committee, through the efforts of Dr. Beatrice Carroll, was able to obtain a commitment from Lt. Colonel Donald Porter (Rt.) to serve as keynote
speaker for the C.I. Brown Lecture.
U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.) Donald Porter brought a powerful message to educators and military affiliates on Thursday, November 15, 2012 at the Dr. C.I.
Brown Lecture. Retired United States Army Col. Donald Porter serves on the
Board of Trustees at Fayetteville State University and serves as the Executive
Director of the Raeford/Hoke County Economic Development Commission.
Prior to his duties with the Raeford/Hoke County Economic Development
Commission, Porter was the Economic Development Officer for the North
Carolina Southeast Economic Development Commission in Whiteville. A native of Portsmouth, Virginia, Porter is a graduate of Norfolk State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Military Science. He also received a Bachelor of General Studies Degree in Recreational Services
from the University of Nebraska at Omaha, a Master of Arts Degree in Human Resources Development from
Webster University, and completed the Economic Development Course at the University of North Carolina at
Chapel Hill. He has lived a life that many young men would like to emulate. He was a football star at Norfolk
State University, played professionally with the Dallas Cowboys, and had a stellar military career that made
him one of the military’s most respected men. He is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
The American Education Week itinerary for 2012 consisted of the following:
Monday, November 12, 2012
 Veteran’s Day
 University Closed
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
 Pot Luck Kickoff Luncheon
 Middle Grades Content Project Presentations
 Social Justice Mathematics Workshops & Data Sharing Session
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
 Excellence in Teaching Mini-Institute
 Dr. C.I. Brown Lecture (Lecturer— U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.) Donald Porter)
Thursday, November 15, 2012
 Author Showcase
Friday, November 16, 2012
 Elementary Education Evidences/Poster & Data Sharing Session
 School of Education Scholarship Banquet (Doubletree Hotel)
Saturday, November 17, 2012
 Elementary Education Symposium
Finally, a highlight of American Week was the Second Annual School of Education Fundraising Banquet. The School of Education looks forward to the 2013 American Education Week celebration and continued collaborations with military partners and school partners who will help us guide future educators!!
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Reflections on my experience as 2012-2013
Board of Governors’ Excellence in Teaching Award Recipient
Linda Wilson-Jones
Recognition of your achievements by your peers is always an honor. I did not take the award lightly, as I felt a
responsibility to my colleagues and students to live up to what the award represents. The highlight of receiving the award was hearing the amazing things my students wrote about my teaching and classroom ethics.
Teaching and caring comes natural and being in the classroom and advising students is my greatest contribution to the field of education. I truly enjoy teaching and sharing both
my personal and professional experiences with students. This award
is indeed the capstone of my higher education experience, and my
desire is to help others in their quest to excel. This year, as an award
recipient, I received several appointments to serve on leading University of North Carolina committees and I had the opportunity to
meet other honorees and share my experiences. Receiving the award
for excellence in teaching confirms that I made the best decision
when I redirected by career to higher education. Read more about
my award at http://www.northcarolina.edu/bog/
teaching_awards/2012/index.html
Journal of Research Initiatives (JRI)
The School of Education proudly announces the launching of the Journal of Research Initiatives (JRI)
with the first volume scheduled for publication August 30, 2013. This two-year project consists of
members from the School of Education serving on the Editorial Team who through regular meetings
planned and organized the anticipated launching. Dr. Linda Wilson-Jones, journal manager and editorin-chief, invited colleagues from across the country to serve as reviewers, the reception was outstanding, and the journal has over 30 committed advocacies pulling for the journal’s success. In an effort to
receive input from the Editorial Review Board members, two meetings were held this academic year
using video and telephone conferencing.
The Journal of Research Initiatives (ISSN: 2168-9083) is a scholarly open access journal. It publishes
extended full-length research articles that have the scope to address current issues in education. The
call for papers has yielded over 30 manuscript submissions and the editorial team is in the final stages
of making decisions and proofreading manuscripts. The JRI editorial team is excited about the overwhelming responses and look forward to the journal being a vital collaborative tool to connect the
School of Education with educational researchers on the local, state, national, and international levels.
Invitations are ongoing to submit manuscripts for possible inclusion in the Journal of Research Initiatives. The journal welcomes articles, book reviews, best practices in education, and commentaries that
are consistent with editorial policy. The journal aims to provide a platform for researchers and educators to present new research and developments in the field of education. Visit the Journal of Research
Initiatives at http://fsuoj01a.uncfsu.edu/index.php/SOE
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Pi Lambda Theta Honor Society (PLT)
The academic year began with interest meeting invitations being extended to education majors who
met the national criteria for membership. These meetings were convened to discuss the benefits of
joining Pi Lambda Theta Honor Society. The interest meetings
were staggered by days and times to accommodate those students with varied work and class schedules. The induction
ceremony that was held on March 15, 2013 was the largest
membership since the FSU student organization establishment
in 2008. Dr. Jon Young, Provost and Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs, greeted the inductees and their families. The
62 inductees received membership pins displaying the national
shield along with the presentation of membership certificates
by university advisors, Drs. Miriam Chitiga and Linda WilsonJones. We held regular chapter meetings to discuss our focus
and at each meeting, we shared information helpful to both beginning and veteran teachers.
One of the requirements of a university chapter is to participate in a community or social activity. The
members selected to participate in the Cumberland County Relay for Life to satisfy this community
project. The Relay for Life was held on April 12-13, 2013 at Jack Britt High School with 20 PLT
members participating. We had fun while fighting for the cure of
cancer. We designed T-shirts and raised almost $400.00 and we
are making plans for next year’s event.
In addition, we celebrated the graduation of 13 of our members at
the School of Education Awards Ceremony. The honorees were
presented with the national honor cords to wear during commencement. Finally, members volunteered at the All American
Jazz Festival that was held on May 11, 2013. We had specific
voluntary assignments ranging from ticket sales, distributing surveys, VIP tents, and sales booth. This was a fun-filled academic
year and we are expecting greater success the 2013-2014 academic year.
For 100 years, Pi Lambda Theta has advocated for accomplished teaching and standards-based professional learning. The purpose of Pi Lambda Theta is to honor the accomplishments of exemplary educators and support the continuing development of knowledge and skills aimed at providing leadership for
colleagues and enhanced learning for students.
Membership in Pi Lambda Theta is limited to students and professionals who satisfy academic eligibility requirements. Membership is a distinctive and well-recognized honor, allowing those who join to
set themselves apart from the crowd. Additionally, Pi Lambda Theta provides members with unequaled professional learning opportunities and resources that will help them to start or advance their
education careers.
Linda Wilson-Jones
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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP UPDATES
During this academic year, six candidates graduated from doctorate degree program. The dissertation
chairs hooded Drs. Pamela Adams, Mamie Allen, James Bass, Paula Coates, Delvon Currie, and Sylvia
Mizzelle during the Winter and Spring Commencements. The MSA program had 14 completers, who will
serve the local school districts as executive leaders.
Fall 2012 Doctoral Degree Graduates
Sylvia Mizzelle, Namie Allen & Pamela Adams
Spring 2013 Doctoral Degree Graduates
Devon Currie, Paula Coates & James Bass
Educational Doctoral Program Remodeling
The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) requires all Institutions of Higher Education (IHE)
with existing educational leadership doctoral programs leading to the superintendent’s license to remodel those programs. The purpose of the remodeling is to ensure candidates demonstrate proficiency on the North Carolina Standards for Superintendents using the Superintendent Candidate Evaluation Rubric. The faculty in the Department of
Educational Leadership has organized a Steering Committee consisting of district senior administrators who will
assist in developing a program blueprint.
The blueprint will offer descriptions on how the proposed remodeled program reflects 21st century knowledge,
skills, and dispositions, as well as, the rationale for the changes. The blueprint must also describe how public school
partners are involved in the remodeling of our program and how we plan to align the evidences with the superintendent’s standards and students’ learning outcomes. We have convened a meeting and receiving feedback from our
school partners on how to align our syllabi based on the expected skills required in the evaluating of practicing superintendents. In order to meet the remodeling deadlines as outlined by NCDPI, the faculty is committed to meeting
during the summer and fall semesters.
Committed to Excellence
 The Chancellor recognized the Department for Educational Leadership for outstanding graduate student advisement during the December 2012 commencement.
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Immediately after completing their doctoral studies, Drs. Pamela Adams and Mamie Allen were promoted to
school principal-ship.
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Dr. Frederick E. Smith, one of the founders of the doctoral program and a former department chairperson,
retied in May after serving the university for 22 years. Dr. Smith retired as a full professor.
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Dr. Jack Freeman retired from the university after serving the department for over fifteen years.
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Faculty made over 35 educational presentations, published 11 scholarly articles in peer-reviewed journals,
and provided both community and public school service in North Carolina and the nation
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Dr. Linda Wilson-Jones and Fayetteville State University were referenced in a recent article
in the Chronicle of Higher Education for the collaborative work of the Faculty Senate and
the Task Force on Collegiality. The article cited how the Task Force established the Statement on Collegiality to be included in the revised Faculty Handbook. The Faculty Senate at
its November 2012 meeting approved the Statement on Collegiality.
Read the article at:
http://chronicle.com/article/New-Test-to-Measure-Faculty/139695/
OFFICE OF RESEARCH INITIATIVES (ORI)
The Office of Research Initiatives held the 2013 Research Symposium on June 21, 2013 at
Fayetteville State University. The over 40 attendees consisted of local school administrators,
parents, teachers, community professionals, and Fayetteville State University employees. This
year’s theme was: Connecting the Family, Community, and Schools to Strengthen Students’ Academic Performance. The second annual symposium featured: (1) parents who eagerly discussed parental involvement strategies that work, (2) public school educators who discussed the
role of stakeholders in (a) retention, (b) graduation, (c) academic achievement, and (d) early
childhood literacy; and (3) community leaders and professionals who discussed family social
issues in education that impacts student achievement. Representatives from the Military Child
Education Coalition also provided resources for educators to assist in supporting military families. Dr. Linda Wilson-Jones is working on the 2014 Research Symposium in collaboration with
the Journal of Research Initiatives’ Editorial Review Board Members. The Editorial Review
Board members consist of professionals from various national and international universities and
public schools. Accommodations for those members, who are within a distance that will not
allow for convenient travel, will have their presentations through Skype or video conference. In
addition to the annual symposium, ORI sponsored several workshops and seminars opened to
faculty, students, and the community on research methodology, APA format, writing the dissertation, and debating qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
The Office of Research Initiatives’ (ORI) mission is to assist in establishing a strong research
record for faculty members in a disciplined, sustained, and focused inquiry that influences practice and professional thought in the educational community. ORI accomplishes this by (a)
providing a space in which research activities are highlighted, supported, and nurtured; (b) being
responsive to faculty research interests and connecting them to research needs at the local, state,
and national levels; (c) assisting faculty and students in obtaining support for research projects;
(d) serving as an advocate for the value of research in an educational setting; (e) enhancing the
importance of campus-based research; and (f) encouraging the use of research to enrich the field
of education.
Please visit the Office of Research Initiatives for upcoming research activities:
http://www.uncfsu.edu/ori
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2012-2013 MSSS NEWS INFORMATION
MSSS Students
Blair Palko, an undergraduate Middle Grades Social Studies and Special Education major, was selected
in the Spring 2013 to participate in Wake County Public School System’s Future S.T.A.R.S.: Strengthening Talent and Realizing Success Program. The WCPSS Future STARS Program is focused on recruiting,
training, creating and retaining a diverse workforce to be Teachers within WCPSS. This program is designed as a 3-month program that will meet weekly. Participants will receive training regarding the key
elements of the job search process and professional learning for future teachers.
Gabrielle Alexander-Lee, a graduate Master of Arts in Teaching Middle Grades Mathematics major,
presented a paper at the National Association of African-American Studies and Affiliates (National
Association of Hispanic and Latino Studies, National Association of Native American Studies, and
International Association of Asian Studies) Conference in Baton Rouge, LA during the week of February 11, 2013. Ms. Alexander-Lee’s paper was titled “Word Problems and CSA Instructional Strategies”. She also presented at the Association of Social and Behavioral Scientists (ASBS) Conference
in Cincinnati, Ohio in March 2013. She received a monetary award for her outstanding papers at both
conferences.
Christopher D. Fairley, a graduate Master of Arts in Teaching Middle Grades Mathematics major,
was awarded a $5,000 STEM Teachers Scholarship sponsored by the Armed Forces Communications
and Electronics Association (AFCEA) Educational Foundation. This scholarship is for students actively pursuing an undergraduate degree, graduate degree or credential/licensure for the purpose of
teaching STEM (science, technology, engineering or math) subjects at a U.S. middle or secondary
school. The scholarships are made possible by generous contributions from Booz Allen Hamilton,
Terremark Worldwide, AFCEA International and several of AFCEA’s regional chapters. Upon graduating from the FSU MAT program, Mr. Fairley will be eligible to receive a $1,000 AFCEA STEM
Teaching Tools grant each year for three years if he continues teaching a STEM subject. These grants
can be used to fund hardware and software, other classroom tools, field trips, STEM-focused clubs and other activities
Thuy Luu, a Fall 2012 graduate with a BS in Middle Grades Education Mathematics and Science
major, attended the 25th Anniversary Awards Gala in New York City (October 24- 28, 2012) and was
selected to give a speech about her experiences at The Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s Teacher
Quality and Retention’s Program. The two week STEM institute was held at Tennessee State University in Nashville, TN during summer 2012. While in New York, she attended the Leadership Institute
& Recruitment Fair. This four-day conference gave talented future leaders a unique professional development experience. A carefully selected group of students were brought together with some of the
nation’s top executives for leadership training, career management, life skills, development and recruitment opportunities. One of the main events during the Leadership Institute was the Recruitment
Fair, where students met with over 60 companies and government agencies offering job and internship opportunities.
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Faculty
Publications
The Department of Middle Grades, Secondary and Specialized Subjects faculty (Dr. Kelly Charles, Dr. Peter Eley, Dr. Virginia Dickens, Dr. Shelton Ford, Dr.
Cynthia Shamberger and Dr. Kimberly Smith Burton) had several journal articles, book chapters and conference proceedings published during the 2012-2013
academic year.
Charles, K., Dickens, V. (2012). Closing the Communication Gap: Web 2.0 Tools for Enhanced Planning and Collaboration. TEACHing Exceptional Children,
45, pp. 24-32.
Eley, P., Charles, K., Leeks, L. (2013). A New Vision for Professional Development. To appear in Journal for Research in Mathematics Education Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School NCTM (May 2013).
Dickens, V. (2012). The Promise Still Holds. In Tucker, R., & Wessner, J. (Ed.), I Choose You (pp. 15-21). Wheaton, IL: Oaktara Publishers. oaktara.com
Dickens, V. (2012). Still... My Love to You Always. Wheaton, IL: Oaktara Publishers. www.oaktara.com
Eley, P. (2013). Students Don't Care until they know you care. Sage.
Eley, P., Stiff, L. V. (2012). A Tale about Access to 8th Algebra in North Carolina. Centroid, 38(2), 7-10.
Hicks, T., Heastie, S., Allen, T., Ford, S., Taylor, R. (2013). College Social Experiences between First-Generation Students and Other Students Enrolled in a
STEM Discipline at a HBCU. Journal of College Orientation and Transition.
Thompson, G., Shamberger, C. (2012). Six Characteristics of Outstanding Teachers in Challenging Schools. ASCD Express, 8(2), 2. www.ascd.org/
ascdexpress
Smith-Burton, K., White, E., Ford, S., Gillespie, P. (June 2013). Fostering a STEM Learning Community to Promote Student Interest in STEM Disciplines.
Honolulu, Hawaii: Hawaii University International Conferences on Education and Technology.
Eley, P., Smith-Burton, K. (June 2013). Learning at my PACE, I can finish the RACE. Honolulu, Hawaii: Hawaii University International Conferences on Education and Technology.
Scholarly Presentations
The Department of Middle Grades, Secondary and Specialized Subjects faculty (Dr. Vikki Armstrong, Dr. Charletta Barringer-Brown, Dr. Kelly Charles, Dr.
Virginia Dickens, Dr. Cathy Kosterman, Dr. Marlina Duncan, Dr. Peter Eley, Dr. Shelton Ford, Dr. Peggy Green, Ms. Chandrika Johnson, Dr. Cynthia Shamberger and Dr. Kimberly Smith Burton) presented at several local, state, national and international conferences during the 2012-2013 academic year.
Armstrong, V., 2013 National Social Science & Technology Conference, "EDUTAINMENT: Best Practices & Innovative Strategies for Teaching & Learning in
Health Education (K-12)," National Social Science Association, Las Vegas, NV. (March 24, 2013).
Barringer-Brown, C., Annual Social Justice and Policy Studies Conference, "Faculty Perceptions of Teaching in Selected Correctional Facilities in the Commonwealth of Virginia," Virginia State University, Petersburg, Virginia. (April 2, 2013).
Barringer-Brown, C., Aldridge, P. R., One Voice International Conference, "Cyberbullying among Students with Serious Emotional and Specific Learning Disabilities," The Institute of Elemental Ethics and Education, Rye Brook, New York. (November 17, 2012).
Barringer-Brown, C., 7th Annual Conference on Policy Analysis, "Evaluation of Selected Pregnancy Prevention Programs Among African American and Hispanic Youth," University of Minnesota, St. Paul, Minnesota. (October 21, 2012).
Barringer-Brown, C., One Voice Collection of Scholarly Works, "Perceptions of Faculty Teaching College Courses in Correctional Programs," One Voice Institute of Elemental Ethics and Education, Montreal, Canada. (September 18, 2012).
Barringer-Brown, C., One Voice Collection of Scholarly Works, "Evaluation of Two Selected North Carolina Abstinence Education Program," One Voice Institute of Elemental Ethics and Education, Philadelphia, PA. (July 14, 2012).
Charles, K., Dickens, V., Lilly Conference on College & University Teaching, "Using Performance Artifacts to Energize Critical Thinking, Problem - Solving,
Communication and Reflection in Teacher Education," UNC-Greensboro, Greensboro, NC. (February 16, 2013).
Charles, K., Dickens, V., NC Chapter of the Council for Exception Children, "Access 2: Authentic Access to the General Curriculum," NC Chapter of the Council for Exception Children, Pinehurst NC. (January 31, 2013).
Charles, K., Dickens, V., Kosterman, C., 62nd Conference on Exceptional Children (NC), "Co-Teaching in the Content Areas: Battlefield or Sanctuary?," NC
DPI, Greensboro, NC. (November 15, 2012).
Charles, K., Dickens, V., National Social Science Association Professional Development Conference, "Broadening Participation in STEM Education: Including
Students with Disabilities in College and Career Readiness," National Social Science Association, Albuquerque, New Mexico. (October 15, 2012).
Kosterman, C. , Dickens, V. , Galberry Farms Elem. Cumb. Co. New Teachers, "Leadership, Rules and Routines in the Classroom," Galberry Farms Elem.,
Cumberland County, NC. (November 29, 2012).
Duncan, M., Lily Conference on College & University Teaching.
Duncan, M., Urban Education Institute, NC A&T.
Duncan, M. , White, E., FSU Excellence in Teaching Institute, "Pedagogy of Inclusion," FSU School of Education, Noyce PrEP, Fayetteville State University.
(April 20, 2013).
Duncan, M. , Excellence in Teaching Conference, "Inquiry Based Science Teaching and the Common Core," FSU School of Education, Fayetteville State
University. (April 19, 2013).
Eley, P., Smith-Burton, K., Hawaii University International Conferences, "At my Pace I finish the Race," Hawaii. (June 10, 2013).
Eley, P., National Council Of Teachers of Mathematics, "Using SmartPens in a Mathematics Classroom," FSU HBCU-Up Grant, Denver, CO. (April 19, 2013).
Shamberger, C., Eley, P., Student Research Conference 2013, "Project PRISSSM: Product Research Involving Smartpens & Students Struggling in Mathematics," The Graduate School & the HBCU Master's Degree STEM Program, Capel Arena, FSU. (April 13, 2013).
Eley, P., GERA, "Flipping out about Algebra," Georgia Education Research Association, Savannah, GA. (October 19, 2012).
Smith-Burton, K., White, E., Ford, S. ,Gillespie, P. , Hawaii University International Conference on Education and Technology, "Fostering a STEM Learning
Community to Promote Student Interest in STEM Disciplines," Hawaii University, Honolulu, Hawaii. (June 10, 2013).
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Ford, S., Science and Mathematics Teacher Imperative, "Co-Teaching between STEM Mentor Teachers and Pre-Service Teachers: Preparation for Student
Teaching and Beyond," Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU), St. Louis, MO. (June 5, 2013).
Ford, S., Building Excellence in STEM Teaching, "Co-Teaching between STEM Mentor Teachers and Pre-Service Teachers: Preparation for Student Teaching and Beyond," Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program National Conference, Washington, DC. (May 30, 2013).
Ford, S. , 2013 NCTM Annual Meeting and Exposition, "Let's Go Bungee Jumping!," National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Denver, CO. (April 18,
2013).
Ford, S. , Proposal Development Workshop for the National Science Foundation (NSF)'s Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program, "The Nuts and Bolts:
Administration of a Noyce Scholarship Program Award," Quality Education for Minorities (QEM) Network, Baltimore, MD. (December 7, 2012).
Ford, S., Proposal Development Workshop for the National Science Foundations (NSF)'s Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program, "Essential Oncampus Organizational and Structural Elements Required for Preparation and Implementation of Noyce Scholarship and Capacity-Building Proposals," Quality Education for Minorities Network, Baltimore, MD. (December 7, 2012).
Ford, S., North Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics, "Using the 5E Lesson Model for Mathematical Thought," NCCTM, Greensboro, NC. (October
24, 2012).
Ford, S., 37th Annual Georgia Educational Research Association Meeting, "Fostering a STEM Learning Community to Promote Student Interest in STEM
Teaching," GERA, Savannah, GA. (October 18, 2012).
Ford, S., NCTM Regional Conference and Exposition, "Investigating Signed Numbers: Why Do the Rules Work?," National Council of
Teachers of Mathematics, Dallas, TX. (October 10, 2012).
Ford, S., STEM Informational Meeting at Fayetteville State University, "NOYCE/STEM Education," University College STEM Learning Community, Fayetteville, NC. (September 20, 2012).
Green, P., AAHPERD National Convention (NASPE), ""Interval Aerobics: A Universal Physical fitness Program"," AAHPERD, Charlotte,
North Carolina. (April 23, 2013).
Johnson, C., Health and Physical Education Week, "Moving in the Direction of Understanding Health," HPE-FSU, Fayetteville State University. (April 4, 2013).
Shamberger, C., AID/EC SPED Interns (Dr. Dickens' class/seminar), "Leadership and Action Research," SOE/FSU. (April 9, 2013).
Shamberger, C., 26th Annual NC Conference: Parents as Partners, "Parents & Teachers Unite! Helping students overcome reading roadblocks & writing wrecks," NC CEC, Pinehurst, NC. (January 31, 2013).
Shamberger, C., 35th Annual TED (Teacher Education Division) Conference, "How Effectively are Teachers Prepared to Co-Teach? A Pilot
Study," Council for Exceptional Children, Grand Rapids Michigan. (November 8, 2012).
Shamberger, C., 2012 DIVAS Conference BUILDING COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS: DIVERSITY IN VARIOUS ACADEMIC SPACES,
"Practical collaboration skills for facilitating learning.ppt Practical collaboration skills for facilitating learning," DIVAS, Elon University, Elon,
NC. (October 6, 2012).
Shamberger, C., AID/EC Meeting, "Special Education: A Global Perspective," SOE, 235 Butler, FSU. (September 25, 2012).
Shamberger, C., School of Ministries, "Day 4 Session 2: Pastors (Effective learning activities that enhance adult learning)," Missionary Athletes International/Barnabas Ministry, Ruiru, Kenya. (August 2, 2012).
Shamberger, C., School of Teachers, "Examining and Exploring Materials used to Strengthen Teaching and Learning.," Missionary Athletes
International/Barnabas Ministry, Ruiru, Kenya. (July 31, 2012).
Shamberger, C., School of teachers, "The importance of developing collaboration skills," Missionary Athletes International/Barnabas Ministry,
Ruiru, Kenya. (July 31, 2012).
Shamberger, C., School of Teachers, "Day 1 Session 2: Teachers (What are Learning Disabilities?)," Missionary Athletes International/
Barnabas Ministry, Ruiru, Kenya. (July 30, 2012).
Shamberger, C., School of Teachers, "Day 1 Session 3: Teachers (What can we do to meet the needs of students with learning disabilities
and other learning needs?)," Missionary Athletes International/Barnabas Ministry, Ruiru, Kenya. (July 30, 2012).
“EXCELLENCE IN GRANTEE” AWARD FOR 2012-2013
Dr. Shelton Ford, a faculty member in the Department of Middle Grades, Secondary, and Specialized Subjects, received the FSU Office of Sponsored Research and Programs “Excellence
in Grantee” Award for the 2012-2013 academic year for securing the National Science Foundation (NSF) Robert E. Noyce Scholarship Grant in the amount of $1.18 million. The grant
award is a 5-year commitment to encouraging and supporting STEM majors to consider
teaching. Scholarship awardees receive up to $10,000 a year up to 2-years of support. In addition, scholarship participants engage in monthly seminars, attend and present at conferences, and participate in summer internships.
Dr. Ford was also elected by the FSU Faculty to serve as a FSU Faculty delegate to the UNC
Faculty Senate.
FSU NOYCE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
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Fayetteville State University’s Noyce Scholarship Program recruited 5 Noyce Scholars for the 2012-2013
Academic Year: 2 Mathematics/Secondary Mathematics Education, 2 Biology/Secondary Biology Education, and 1 MAT Middle Grades Mathematics. The Noyce Scholars, along with their Mentor Teachers,
attended monthly seminars focused on Self-Awareness and the use of Technology. The Self-Awareness
Seminars, through the use of videos and scenarios, forced participants to investigate their personal opinions, beliefs, thoughts, and possible actions, as they relate to themselves, the students they will teach, and
teaching. The technology seminars focused on a variety of different Ipad apps that could be utilized in the
mathematics and/ or science classrooms.
The Noyce
Scholars were also required to tutor and co-teach in the classroom with their respective mentor teachers. The current mentor teachers are practicing teachers in
the Cumberland County and Robeson County School Systems.
FSU Noyce Scholars attended the following conferences, with their mentor
teachers, during 2012-2013: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
(NCTM) Regional Conference, Dallas, TX; Texas Instruments 25TH Anniversary Technology National Conference, Philadelphia, PA; Southeastern Noyce
Regional Conference, Greenville, SC; National Science Teachers Association
National Conference, San Antonio, TX; and the National Council of Teachers of
Mathematics (NCTM) National Conference, Denver, CO.
Noyce Mathematics Scholars and
their mentors co-presented with Dr.
Shelton Ford at the NCTM National
Conference in front of an audience of
55 participants.
Two FSU Noyce Scholars have been selected to travel to the National Noyce Conference in Washington, DC, May 29-31, 2013 to present a poster highlighting their coteaching experiences and the FSU Noyce Program 2012-2013 activities.
FSU Noyce Scholars are also preparing for their summer internship designed to
strengthen their content knowledge and/or pedagogical knowledge and strategies. FSU
Noyce Scholars also attended the School of Education’s Fundraiser Gala, American Education Week Activities, and Excellence in Teaching Conference.
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DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION UPDATES
During the 2012-2013 academic year, exciting things transpired in the Department of Elementary
Education. For example, in November 2012, the department faculty hosted a successful minisymposium “Just Good Teaching: Culturally Relevant Teaching Practices” for pre-and post-service
teachers. The event was led by Dr. Pricilla Manarino-Leggett.
The Birth-Kindergarten Majors club collected school supplies and one box has been successfully
delivered to the Kitezzi School in Uganda, Africa. They have collected three additional boxes of
supplies for students and teachers but funds for postage are needed.
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Dr. Cain attended the Reggio Emilia International Conference held in Reggio Emilia, Italy.
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Dr. Reynolds wrote a children’s book.
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Dr. Reynolds, Dr. Cain, and Dr. Leggett attended and presented at the IRA in Raleigh, NC.
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Drs. Reynolds and Leggett attended a training workshop on DIBELS as they prepare students
to use this reading assessment.
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Mr. Dixon, was named Teacher of the Year for the Department of Elementary Education.
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The School of Education had two Recognition, Pinning, and Awards Ceremonies” (fall and
spring) for teacher education candidates, graduates, and program completers. Elementary
education had approximately fifty to be recognized during these ceremonies.
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During the fall 2012, Dr. Carroll and Dr. Cain, organized a day of workshops during American
Education Week for student teachers, and a day of workshops in the spring during the Excellence in Teaching Institute again for all student teachers.
Dr. Priscilla Manarino-Leggett
Mr. Donald Dixon
Dr. Beverly Cain &
Dr. Beatrice Carroll
Three faculty members retire from the department during the 2012-2013 academic year: Drs. Jordon, Munn, and
Reynolds. We miss these professors because of their wealth of knowledge, teamwork spirit, and ability to work
with students. They all were “teaching giants. ” We wish them success in their future endeavors.
SOE CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT REPORT NOTABLES
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2012-2013 SOE Continuous Improvement Report Notables
Increase in # of completers – from 134 to 167
Increase in Persistence Rate – from 80.8% to 82.2%
Improve in Teaching Evaluation – from 4.23 to 4.30
Increase in Average OPAR Ratings – from 1.7 to 3.07
Increase in SLO Evaluation – from 3.12 to 3.69
Increase in Fundraising
Decline in SCH/FTE ratio – from .94 to .86
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the School of Education has been accredited by NCATE since 1954?
all SOE Bachelor’s and Master’s programs are revised and approved by
the North Carolina Board of Education?
after one semester with a GPA below 2.5, a student majoring in an education program will receive notice of academic suspension from teacher education?
after two consecutive semesters with GPA below 2.5 the student will be suspended from teacher education and not allowed to enroll in education courses?
after completing 30 to 45 credits, a student must declare a pre-education major and major on-line?
a student with up to 45 credits will be advised by the SOEAARC staff? (Butler 242)
a student must complete field experiences as a requirement for select education courses?
a student must complete a Voluntary Disclosure Form in order to complete early field experiences?
a student must have at least a 2.5 GPA to be admitted into, and retained in, teacher education programs?
a student must complete an application and be interviewed to be admitted to teacher education?
the PRAXIS I, program admission test, will be phased out by June 30, 2014?
the program admission test will change from PRAXIS I to the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators effective June 30, 2014?
if a student earns an 1100 on the mathematics and verbal sections of the SAT or score a composite of 24 on the ACT s/he is exempt from the program admission test?
a teacher education candidate must complete a Criminal Background Check in order to complete
methods and student teaching (capstone experiences in area schools)?
a teacher education candidate must apply to, and be admitted to, teacher education and student
teaching at least a semester before s/he can student teach?
effective July 1, 2014, all teacher education candidates majoring in elementary education and special
education will complete the Foundations of Reading for North Carolina and the General Curriculum for North Carolina licensure tests instead of Praxis II in order to secure licensure?
effective August 1, 2014, all teacher education candidates in secondary education, special
subjects, and middle grades program must pass Praxis II examination/s to secure licensure?
after 90 credit hours a teacher education candidate must complete an official audit through CAPP in
Banner?
if a teacher education candidate attempts 180 credits s/he is no longer eligible for financial aid?
if you are a sophomore you should have earned at least 30 credits; 60 credits as a junior; 90 credits
as a senior?
a teacher education candidate has the right to meet with his/her advisor at least twice per semester?
each secondary education major (grades 9-12) has two academic advisors - one in the content area
and one in education?
a student majoring in middle grades education (grades 6-9) must have two areas of concentration?
departments schedule student information sessions each semester to share programmatic changes
with students and to answer students’ questions?
all teacher education candidates and pre-service teachers are required to submit all major assessments to TaskStream for evaluation?
all pre-service teachers are required to successfully meet all standards on major assessments completed during methods courses and student teaching in order to secure license to teach in North Carolina?
there are scholarship opportunities available through the Financial Aid Office?
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
AUGUST: BRONCO KICK OFF 2013 (August 12-16)!
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SEPTEMBER: Convocation (9/5)
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OCTOBER: Dean’s Advisory Board Meeting (10/5)
Homecoming (10/26)
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NOVEMBER: American Education Week (11/17-23)
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DECEMBER: Commencement (12/14)
“The true
purpose of
education is to
make minds, not
careers.”
W. Deresiewicz
UPCOMING SOE NEWS...UPCOMING SOE NEWS...UPCOMING SOE NEWS...
SAVE THE DATE!!!
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION PROGRAMS
UNDERGRADUATE
DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
 BS in Elementary Education (K-6)
 BS in Birth Through Kindergarten (Teaching)
 BS in Birth Through Kindergarten (Non-Teaching)
 Licensure Only Programs - Class A Level
 Reading Education (K-12)
 Elementary Education (K-6)
DEPARTMENT OF MIDDLE GRADES, SECONDARY, AND SPECIALIZED SUBJECTS
 BS in Health & Physical Education
 BS in Middle Grades Education (6-9)
 Secondary Education (9-12)
 Licensure Only Programs - Class A Level
 Middle Grades Education (6-9)
 Secondary Education (9-12)
 Special Education: (K-12), General Curriculum
SECONDARY EDUCATION PROGRAMS (9-12)
In conjunction with the College of Arts and Sciences teaching degrees may be acquired in the following
areas:
 Biology
 English
 Mathematics
SPECIAL SUBJECT AREASPECIAL AREAS (K-12)
Programs offered for K-12 requiring collaboration between the School of Education and the College of
Arts and Sciences:
 Art Education
 Music Education
 Spanish Education
GRADUATE
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
 Master of School Administration, MSA
 Doctor of Education, Ed.D., Educational Leadership
DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
 Master of Education, M.Ed.
 Elementary Education (K-6)
 Reading Education (K-12)
DEPARTMENT OF MIDDLE GRADES, SECONDARY & SPECIALIZED SUBJECTS
 Master of Education, M.Ed.
 Middle Grades Education (6-9)
 Special Education (K-12)
 Secondary Education (9-12)
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Master of Arts in Teaching, M.A.T.
 Middle Grades Education (6-9)
 Special Education: General Curriculum (K-12)
 Secondary Education (9-12)