By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Horizon Middle School sixth-grade teacher Nicolle Williams meets with students needing extra help whenever she can. She schedules sessions before classes begin in the morning, during her lunch break and after school, but there never seem to be enough hours in the day. “That one-on-one time is critical,” Williams said. “I would love to give that to every student who needs it.” Williams and other teachers at the Kearney middle school … [Read more...]
Education Expo to prepare students for teaching profession
By TODD GOTTULA UNK Communications KEARNEY – Students interested in teaching can learn more about the profession by attending the Nebraska Education Expo in Kearney. Hosted by Educators Rising and University of Nebraska at Kearney College of Education, the event is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 20 at UNK’s Nebraskan Student Union. Cost is $20 and includes lunch. Registration deadline is Sept. 9. To register, visit http://www.educatorsrisingnebraska.org/#!education-expo/xojpy “Students … [Read more...]
Rural Futures Institute taking applications for Competitive Awards
Rural Futures Institute at the University of Nebraska is accepting applications for the fourth round of RFI Competitive Awards. This is an opportunity to turn research and teaching ideas into action that can have an impact on rural people and places. There are two types of awards to apply for: Research & Engagement – Submission Deadline: March 15 The purpose of the RFI Research & Engagement Award is to foster the development of research and engagement work that addresses … [Read more...]
