 Information about flag alerts
Over the past few months, DPI has received questions from LEAs and schools regarding alerts for lowering U.S. flags at North Carolina public schools. Please know the following information:
- Flag alerts from the President of the United States do not apply to state facilities
- Flags at N.C. public schools are lowered based on action from the governor
- DPI does not control flag alerts, but does communicate them to LEAs as soon as we receive them from the governor
- Anyone can check flag alerts at the Department of Administration's website: https://ncadmin.nc.gov/flag-alerts
Please contact drew.elliot@dpi.nc.gov with any questions.
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Opt into the full suite of Home Base for 2018-19
Opt into the full suite of
Home Base and take advantage of this comprehensive system of integrated tools
at a great price! Only district finance officers and charter
school principals may submit requests through the online opt-in tool for
their district/school.
What should you expect?
- PowerSchool (included at no
additional cost) users can expect a cleaner interface with PowerTeacher
Pro Gradebook!
- Schoolnet users can expect
more reporting features, including Benchmark Reporting Dashboard,
Standard Performance Reports, and an updated Teacher Dashboard with one
click access to pre-formatted reports.
- Canvas (available with
state-negotiated convenience pricing) users can expect a robust learning
management system with LTI connections available for many popular
learning tools, such as Flipgrid, Khan Academy, Nearpod, and Quizlet.
- Truenorthlogic users can
expect to see updates to Educator Evaluation Instruments based on
Framework for 21st Century Learning and NC Teacher Standards.
For complete details, see the Home Base Opt-in Tool and Pricing letter located
on the Home Base website. Got questions?
Visit our updated 2018-19 Home Base Opt-in FAQs. You may
also contact Yolanda Wilson, Home Base Opt-in Administrator, at 919-807-3485 or yolanda.wilson@dpi.nc.gov.
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Digital-Age Learning Initiative dashboard
DPI and The Friday Institute for Educational Innovation at N.C. State University are pleased to announce the North Carolina Digital-Age Learning Initiative Dashboard for Policymakers. This dashboard is intended to provide a high-level synopsis of digital learning initiatives across the state.
Policymakers and administrators are encouraged to use this dashboard to see how digital learning has changed and what support is needed to continue the efforts in progressing digital learning initiatives forward across the state.
Visitors will see seven categories: Device Trends, Devices, Content, School Internet, Personnel, Professional Development, and Funding. As you are exploring this dashboard, if you have any questions, please contact Jeni Corn (jocorn@ncsu.edu) or Verna Lalbeharie (verna.lalbeharie@dpi.nc.gov).
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How are your schools demonstrating Character, Leadership, and Service?
Share your examples by
sending photos, videos, articles, websites, etc. to Justyn.Knox@dpi.nc.gov with
a brief explanation of an activity or project that exemplifies good
character.
Selected exemplars will be placed on the Character
Matters website. To receive the Character Education
Update please sign up here.
Character Matters is now on Facebook.
To like and follow our page click here.
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Textbook evaluation advisers needed for Grades K-8 math
Highly
motivated, experienced teachers and instructional leaders are needed as
advisers for the 2018 Textbook Evaluation and Adoption process. Advisers will
work with the Textbook Commission to review, evaluate and ensure adopted
textbooks and materials align with the N.C. Standard Course of Study for grades
K-8 mathematics.
Advisers must be certified for the grade level/area of interest, and will receive training on
reviewing textbooks and instructional materials using criteria developed by DPI. Adviser services
are needed July 17-21.
Interested teachers and instructional leaders are
invited to complete and submit an interest form no later than May 21,
2018. For more details, see this flyer.
Interest will be considered in these areas:
- Grades
K-5 Mathematics
- Grades
6-8 Mathematics
- Exceptional
Children
- English
Learners
If you
have any questions, please contact Carmella Fair at textbooks_advisors@dpi.nc.gov.
 K-8 Mathematics SCOS implementation summer meetings
The DPI Math Section and Tools
for Teachers MSP is hosting two days of professional development designed for
teacher leaders and math coaches centered on the implementation of the 2017 K-8
Mathematics Standard Course of Study.
- Each LEA will be allowed to
register up to five participants
- LEAs may send their team to any
of the four sessions
- Due to meeting location restrictions,
registration will be cut off at 120 participants at each location
- Meals will be on your own
- There will be no reimbursement
for travel expenses
Registration Links
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 Promotional materials design contest for Summer Nutrition Programs
DPI’s School Nutrition Services has announced its Summer Nutrition Programs Promotional Materials Contest. The contest asks middle and high school students to help design promotional content, such as music, a theme song, jingle, rap, dance, skit, PSAs or other animated creation, to get the word out across the state to children and teens about NC Summer Nutrition Programs.
More than 1 in 4 N.C. kids struggle with not knowing where their next meal will come from. During the school year, many students rely on the nutritious meals served through the School Breakfast Program, School Lunch Program, and Afterschool Meals Program. Hunger does not take a summer break.
For NC Summer Nutrition Programs info, contest rules, including deadlines, and the entry form, go to: https://childnutrition.ncpublicschools.gov/.
For contest questions, contact Cynthia Ervin, NCDPI, Summer Nutrition Programs Manager, at cynthia.ervin@dpi.nc.gov.
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21st Century Community Learning Centers grants
DPI has issued the 2018-19
request for proposals for the 2018-19 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC)
competitive grant program. The 21st CCLC grants support the creation
of community learning centers that provide academic-enrichment opportunities
during non-school hours for children, particularly students who attend
high-poverty and low-performing schools.
The CCLC program helps students
meet state and local student standards in core academic subjects, such as
reading and math; offers students a broad array of enrichment activities that
can complement their regular academic programs; and offers literacy and other
educational services to the families of participating children.
The 2018-19 RFP, including application
guidance, application worksheets, and other resources are available on the 21st CCLC webpage. Applications
are now being accepted through the web-based grants management system, the
Comprehensive Continuous Improvement Plan (CCIP). The deadline for submitting the 2018-19 application is May 30. If
you have any questions, please contact donna.brown@dpi.nc.gov.
“The Advising Challenge” Gates Foundation grant opportunity: K-12 to post-secondary connectivity
The Gates Foundation is interesting in funding efforts of local school districts to promote greater connectivity between K-12 and post-secondary education by supporting strong “to and through” advising approaches for high school students.
The Advising Challenge will support up to 20 school systems to enact the conditions and develop capabilities needed to adopt a more comprehensive and thoughtful approach to high school advising. Applications are due May 31.
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