elementary education

Aug 15, 2023

Meet Our Incoming Students: Three of Our Newest Transformational Scholars

The NC State College of Education will welcome 20 incoming Transformational Scholars this fall. Meet some of them and learn why they chose the College of Education. 

Jun 29, 2023

How Can Teachers Effectively Lead an Inclusive Elementary School Classroom? Assistant Teaching Professor Jordan Lukins Shares Skills, Tips and Online Resources

About 15% of all K-12 students have some type of disability for which they receive special education services. Of those students, two out of three will spend the entire school day, or a majority of their school day, in a general education classroom. For this reason, Assistant Teaching Professor Jordan Lukins believes that it’s important to bridge the gap between special and general education in schools and when preparing preservice teachers. 

Jun 27, 2023

My Student Experience: Elementary Education Majors Complete Student Teaching in South Africa

A group of NC State College of Education students completed their student teaching in Stellenbosch, South Africa, where they had an opportunity to gain a global perspective on the field of education. 

Apr 27, 2023

Why Gifts Matter: Scholarship Support Allows Elizabeth Stavrakakis ’23 to Build Foundation for Students’ Learning

Elizabeth Stavrakakis '23 plans to use skills gained in the NC State College of Education to provide elementary school students with a strong foundation in education. 

Apr 27, 2023

‘I Am a Proud Wolfpack Mom:’ College of Education Employee Celebrates Graduation of Son, Daughter From the College This May

Gabriella Sinkovic-Story '23MED was the first member of her family to join the Wolfpack. Then, her brother, Garin Sinkovic '23, and her mother, Gail Sinkovic, both joined the NC State College of Education as a student and an employee, respectively. Now, this Wolfpack family is looking forward to celebrating Gabriella and Garin's graduation. 

Apr 26, 2023

Eduardo Herrera-Rodriguez ’23: ‘I Chose Elementary Education Because of the Positive Impact That Education Has Had on My Own Life’

Eduardo Herrera-Rodriguez ’23 is looking forward to serving as a role model for his future students while providing them with educational experiences that build their confidence and help them succeed.   

Apr 26, 2023

Danielle Robin Scharen ‘15, ‘19MED, ‘23PHD: ‘I Feel Honored to Contribute to the Important Work of Improving Science Education for Students of All Ages’

Danielle Robin Scharen hopes to use everything she has learned during her time in the NC State College of Education to transform the field of elementary education, which she has been passionate about since childhood. 

Apr 26, 2023

Kailee Storie ’23: ‘I Chose Education Because I Want to Be Another Pivotal Figure in a Student’s Life’

Growing up, Kailee Storie ’23 constantly saw the impact her mother and grandmother, who were both teachers, had on their students. Wanting to impact children’s lives in the same way, Kailee Storie enrolled in the College of Education to become an educator herself.  

Apr 25, 2023

Why Gifts Matter: Scholarship Support Allows Kianna Johnson ’23 to Inspire Students’ Love for Learning

When Kianna Johnson '23 was growing up, teachers played a major role in encouraging her to achieve her potential. Now, as she prepares to graduate from the NC State College of Education with a bachelor's degree in elementary education, she hopes to inspire her future students in the same way. 

Apr 14, 2023

Michael Jarry-Shore Joining College of Education as Assistant Professor in Elementary Education

Michael Jarry-Shore will join NC State’s College of Education as an assistant professor in elementary education with a math emphasis beginning Aug. 15.