2025-2026 NCDPI K-12 Science Office Hours
The K-12 Science Section will offer office hours during the 2025-26 School Year. Each session will focus on a particular topic and target a specific audience. A certificate of attendance will be issued for participants attending the full hour. Information about upcoming sessions and registration can also be found on the DPI website as well as on the Professional Development Button found on the NC K-12 Science Standards Resource Hub. You can view the session descriptions, intended audience, as well as register for the upcoming Office Hours on the Registration button below.
The Office Hours session recording and presentation slides for September is available to view on the K-12 Science Resource Hub on the Professional Development button.
Free K-12 Science Professional Development Sessions: Formative Assessment in the Science Classroom
Join us for an engaging opportunity to learn with renowned science education leader Page Keeley, author of the widely used Uncovering Student Ideas in Science series.
Transform STEM Teaching and Learning! Page Keeley has authored more than 20 books and numerous journal articles on formative assessment in science and mathematics. Her award-winning, bestselling books are used by thousands of teachers and STEM educators across the U.S. and internationally.
During the session, Page will share practical strategies, evidence-based insights, and classroom-ready tools to help educators uncover and respond to students’ ideas in science. Whether you’re new to formative assessment or looking to deepen your practice, this is a session you won’t want to miss!
Session Dates:
- March 24, 2026 – Pitt County
- March 25, 2026 – Guilford County
Registration information along with specific times and locations are being finalized and will be sent to district leaders soon. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Teaching Positions open for the 2026 session of NC Governor’s School!
Come and work with talented and intellectually engaged high school students in a thriving learning community this summer – without grades!
NCDPI is specifically seeking creative, engaging teachers. This is an opportunity to play a role in shaping a life-changing summer for these amazing students. More information can be found on the employment page of our Governor’s School Website. Teachers are needed for both Governor’s School campuses, hosted by Greensboro College and Meredith College. GS is currently seeking instructors for Area II/Philosophy, Instrumental Music, Math, Natural Science, Social Science, Spanish, and Visual Arts. Along with openings for office positions and coordinators for Communications and Technology.
We also have openings for our GS Fellows program, a five-week paid internship. Being a GS Fellow offers an opportunity to gain leadership experience through working with students in residential life, assisting in classrooms, and leading campus events. For more information and to apply, visit the employment page of our Governor’s School Website.
Governor’s School will take place June 21-July 18, with employees arriving on June 15 to begin orientation. We will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews in the coming weeks. If you have questions regarding any openings, reach out to us at ncgovschool@dpi.nc.gov. We look forward to hearing from you!
Webinar Opportunity: Effective Content Instruction for ML Students in Speaking and Listening
This session provides educators with strategies to enhance the speaking and listening skills of ML students during content instruction. Participants will learn to blend explicit language teaching with engaging, content-based activities and peer discussions, such as clear modeling, structured practice, and targeted feedback.
January 21st, 2026; 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Dr. Debra Hall
K-5 Science
debra.hall@dpi.nc.gov
Gavin Fradel
6-8 Science
gavin.fradel@dpi.nc.gov
Benita Tipton
9-12 Science
benita.tipton@dpi.nc.gov
Alexis Wood
9-12 Science
kathryn.wood@dpi.nc.gov
Additional Contacts
Dr. Charles Aiken
Section Chief K-12 Mathematics, Science and STEM
charles.aiken@dpi.nc.gov
Howard Ginsburg
K-12 Integrative STEM Specialist
howard.ginsburg@dpi.nc.gov
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