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These NCCAT programs are designed to inspire and equip educators with innovative strategies, practical tools, and fresh perspectives to enhance student learning.
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Participants will explore trauma-informed classroom management techniques and proactive approaches to behavior management, de-escalation strategies, and creating trauma-sensitive routines and rituals.
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Participants will engage in interactive and hands-on sessions diving into the world of Computer Science for all K-12 classrooms. Sessions will focus on developing digital fluency and problem-solving skills.

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NCCAT BTOY Apples
Twenty-seven educators from across North Carolina have been named finalists for the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) 2025 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Beginning Teacher of the Year Award. These exceptional teachers have been recognized for their dedication, innovation, and ability to inspire students to succeed. The award celebrates promising beginning teachers and supports their retention as outstanding educators and leaders in North Carolina public and charter schools. One finalist will be named the 2025 NCCAT Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Beginning Teacher of the Year, following a rigorous selection process by a panel of judges.
Teachers working together at Ocracoke.
As the demand for healthcare professionals' skyrockets, inspiring the next generation begins in the classroom. High school educators can play a pivotal role in shaping students' career aspirations and academic achievements by introducing them to the world of healthcare early. Join us at NCCAT Ocracoke in March for an empowering week dedicated to The Role of Nurse Educators in the High School Classroom. Participants will engage with NC DPI Health Science consultants and staff to dive deep into a variety of essential topics. Apply today!

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