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Five DPS Teachers Among Kenan Fellows Class of 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Durham, NC – The Kenan Fellows Program announced the Class of 2013, offering fellowships to 44 North Carolina public school teachers – including five Durham Public Schools teachers. The accomplished teachers receiving fellowships this year represent urban and rural school districts throughout the state.

The Kenan Fellows Program is an innovative model to promote teacher leadership, address teacher retention and advance K-12 science, technology and mathematics education. Public school teachers selected as Kenan Fellows participate in the prestigious fellowship while remaining active in the classroom.

An unprecedented number of applications from skilled educators statewide were received this year. Statewide, candidates shared the challenges facing classroom teachers and their ideas for meeting those challenges. When asked why they wanted to become Kenan Fellows, the overwhelming response was that being a Kenan Fellow opens doors.

During the 18-month fellowship beginning this spring, members of the Class of 2013 will collaborate with respected experts in universities, community colleges and cutting edge workplaces. They will tackle innovative projects in biotechnology, aerospace, curriculum design, renewable energy, healthcare, pharmaceuticals and high tech multimedia development.

As every former Kenan Fellow will agree, the strong relationships that develop with other excellent teachers during the fellowship will be a powerful professional asset.

The five teachers from Durham Public Schools are:

  • Michele Josey – Hillside High School
  • Vance Kite – City of Medicine Academy
  • Danial Rowe – City of Medicine Academy
  • Erika Newkirk – Creekside Elementary
  • Shannon Ooten – Durham School of the Arts

Congratulations to the entire Kenan Fellows in the Class of 2013!

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Jeff Nash
Office of Public Affairs
Durham Public Schools
jeffrey.nash@dpsnc.net
919-560-2602