The 2021 Black History Month Theme is “Black Family: Representation, Identity and Diversity” explores the African diaspora, and the spread of Black families across the United States.
Diversity is Black History Month, Inclusion is 365. Please find curated resources for BHM loading February 1, 2021. These resources were curated with the goal for planning and intentional experiences that resets where the history and diaspora of African Americans began and expands narratives of their individual and collective contributions that often are not included in traditional and mainstream resources. If you need additional support, please do not hesitate to contact: darian.jones@dpi.nc.gov
https://tinyurl.com/BHM2021Resources
Professional Learning 101
The Scoop With Coop-All Things Renewals
Ready to Open/Planning Year
EMOTIONAL POVERTY IN ALL DEMOGRAPHICS: HOW TO REDUCE ANGER, ANXIETY, AND VIOLENCE IN THE CLASSROOM
In this workshop, you will learn and practice many techniques and exercises that will help students and parents build emotional resources in school and at home. Using a brain-based approach, this session looks at the underlying causes of anger, anxiety, and violence; how they develop; and the tools that can be used to change those responses.
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
10:00am – 4:00pm
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KNOWING WHO’S GROWING: ASSESSMENT IN THE VIRTUAL CLASSROOM
Join the ImplementEd team for this engaging session focused on new ways to assess your students’ growth and, by extension, the effectiveness of your school’s virtual learning program.
Thursday, February 18, 2021
4:00pm – 5:30pm
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The Office of Charter Schools is delighted to announce the 2021 Charter Teacher of the Year, Jeremy White, of West Lake Preparatory Academy. Jeremy is a Kindergarten teacher with a passion for early grades literacy, model for teacher leadership, a published author, an inspiration to his peers at West Lake, and a superstar to his students and families. We are thrilled to shine a light on Jeremy and hear his voice amplified through the platform of the Charter TOY 2021. Congratulations!
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From Mr. White
My name is Jeremy White. I am 34 years old and was born in Memphis TN. I have lived in 5 different states including, NJ, WI, OH, TN, and currently reside in North Carolina where I teach Kindergarten at West Lake Preparatory Academy. I lived in Japan for five years after graduating from college in 2008. I taught at 2 private English schools and 7 public schools during my time there. I moved back stateside in 2014 and received my Masters in Teaching Elementary Education in 2017. I have been working with and teaching kids for 15 years. I enjoy anything that has to do with Marvel. I am excited to be the 2021 Charter School Teacher of the Year!
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OCS Main number: 984 236 2700 ocs@dpi.nc.gov
Director of the Office of Charter Schools
Consultant, Renewals & Stakeholder Support
Consultant, Planning Year & Ready to Open Process
Consultant, Amendments & Compliance
Consultant, Epicenter Tech Support & Performance Framework
Consultant, Professional Development
Consultant, Charter Applications
Program Administrator, NC ACCESS Program
Program Coordinator, NC ACCESS Program
NC ACCESS Subgrant Program Manager
NC ACCESS Finance Administrator
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