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UNCG’s Educational Leadership Prepares Administrators

SOE Building Square Photo

UNCG’s Department of Educational Leadership and Cultural Foundations (ELC) plays an important role in the preparation of administrators who are capable and ready to elevate students in schools. Researchers in the department take an interdisciplinary approach, studying educational philosophy and sociocultural analysis, and using their findings to train new principals … Continued


Principal and SOE Alum Ashely Westmoreland speaks about those a-ha moments

Ashley Westmoreland SOE Alum and Principal at Alexander Wilson Elementary School

“The role of education is to serve.” And for alumna and Alexander Wilson Elementary School Principal Ashley Westmoreland ‘13 Certification, there’s always work to be done. It’s about knowing the people you serve, having support, and creating the time and space to allow for big conversations about how to promote … Continued


Principal and SOE Alum Kevin Wheat Cultivates an Environment of Care

Kevin Wheat, Principal at Allen Jay Middle

North Carolina’s principals and superintendents have done wonderful work, particularly in the face of the pandemic. Many of these school administrators are Spartans, proud alumni of the UNCG School of Education. Each alumnus has a fascinating story and a unique perspective: An educator is an advocate, and as an administrator … Continued