Eastern Wayne Middle School teacher Amanda Holmes has been named the recipient of the prestigious Richard A. Schwartz NCCAT Honored Educator Scholarship. Amanda, who teaches 6th-8th grade Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Life Skills in Wayne County Schools, is celebrated for her dedication to inspiring and shaping young minds.
The Richard A. Schwartz NCCAT Honored Educator Scholarship recognizes the significant contributions of Richard A. Schwartz, a nationally renowned attorney and passionate advocate for North Carolina public education. Schwartz also serves as the president of the Development of the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching, Inc., further solidifying his commitment to advancing educational excellence in the state. The scholarship also honors his father, Dr. Norman Schwartz, whose ideals and lifelong dedication to public education continue to inspire.
Amanda recently attended the NCCAT program, "Teaching the Holocaust: Resources and Reflections," held in Washington, D.C., where she is pictured with scholarship presenters. This program offered her a unique opportunity to enhance her teaching strategies and engage her students with meaningful, impactful lessons.
The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) supports teachers across the state with professional development programs that foster growth, innovation, and leadership in education. Scholarships like the Richard A. Schwartz Honored Educator Scholarship enable teachers like Amanda to participate in these transformative experiences.
Please join us in congratulating Amanda Holmes on this well-deserved recognition and her outstanding commitment to education.
For more on the information on the NCCAT Honored Eductor Scholarship please visit https://www.nccat.org/programs/honored-educator-scholarship-application
Amanda (center) is pictured attending the NCCAT program, "Teaching the Holocaust: Resources and Reflections," in Washington, D.C.
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The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) is dedicated to supporting teachers through high-quality professional development, empowering educators to positively impact student learning and success across North Carolina.