North Carolina Center for Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) Senior STEM Specialist Dr. Jennifer Redfearn is a recipient of the North Carolina Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education Center Outstanding Instructional Leaders Award in Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education.
This esteemed award recognizes and honors her outstanding contributions as an instructional leader to systemically improve performance in STEM Education as a means of providing all children with the necessary knowledge and skills to have successful careers, be good citizens, and advance the economy. The award will be presented at the NC SMT Annual Celebration on April 26 in Cary, NC.
Redfearn joined NCCAT in August of 2023. Before joining NCCAT, she was an educator with Guilford County Schools, serving as a high school science teacher and central office administrator. In 2022, she was honored with the Distinguished Service in Science Education in North Carolina Award from the North Carolina Science Teachers Association. Dr. Redfearn holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and a Master of Arts in Teaching degree in Biology Education, both from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. She also holds a Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction, Secondary Education from Liberty University.
"We are incredibly proud of Dr. Jennifer Redfearn for receiving the Outstanding Instructional Leaders Award from the North Carolina Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education Center. Jennifer’s dedication to STEM education and her commitment to supporting educators across North Carolina embody the mission of NCCAT,” NCCAT Executive Director Dr. M. Brock Womble said. “This well-deserved recognition highlights her passion, expertise, and impact in shaping the future of science and mathematics education."
For more on joining NCCAT professional development with Dr. Redfearn and other faculty please visit nccat.org.
Join Dr. Redfearn for some upcoming meaningful programs at NCCAT.
17046 - Preparing for Ambitious Science Teaching in April at Cullowhee
This hands-on, minds-on, interactive session will support science teachers with the new science standards by using the Ambitious Science Teaching Framework. Participants will learn how to leverage the AST tools and resources to make their classes fun and accessible for all students. Please come prepared to collaborate and support one another as we work to gain a deeper understanding of 3D science teaching and learning!
17052 - Project Zero: Thinking Routines for STEM in April at Cullowhee
In the STEM classroom, the 4 C's are of utmost importance! Many times, we will have our students doing hands-on activities lifting collaboration, communication, and creativity, but fall short on the critical thinking component that is necessary for deep learning. Join us for an interactive seminar where we will use the Thinking Toolbox to support rich and meaningful engagement in STEM learning spaces! The grade levels for this program are K-6.