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Have an interest in PK-12 Leadership? Don't miss our PK-12 Leadership Webinar on Tuesday, January 14! To learn more and register visit the webinar link in the bio or education.wm.edu/webinars. #EduSky #WMSOE #Education #WMtransforms #EdLeaders #EdLeadership #K12Leadership
January 13, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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As highlighted in William & Mary's announcement regarding the 2025 U.S. News & World Report graduate school rankings, the School of Education has risen nearly 10 spots, now ranking 49th nationally.

Learn more at go.wm.edu/MWZXBc.
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April 8, 2025 at 8:52 PM
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If you're in the Milwaukee area or want to try the online signal, a friend of mine will be spinning tunes on 91.7 WMSOE with Transcentral Radio!

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December 5, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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Congratulations to Alison Mayer ’25 on receiving the James Monroe Prize in Civic Leadership! Read more about her outstanding accomplishment at go.wm.edu/Nrb842. #wmsoe #wmtransforms
January 31, 2025 at 6:53 PM
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Research by W&M Counselor Education faculty & students selected by ACES journal as Article of the Week bit.ly/4cd0yfu #wmsoe #CounselorEd #counseling #EduSky
ACES journal recognizes article by W&M Counselor Educators
The Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES) journal, "Counselor Education and Supervision" (CE&S), has selected an article published by a team of Counselor Educators and doctoral st...
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March 31, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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It's almost time! Join us TOMORROW on our annual day of giving back and paying it forward as we celebrate school memories through the decades: donate.wm.edu/one-tribe-on...

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April 1, 2025 at 6:12 PM
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Join us in welcoming Jori S. Beck, an Associate Professor of Research Design, Methods, and Analysis in Educational Policy, Planning & Leadership.

To learn more about her, visit: education.wm.edu/news/news-ar...

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September 25, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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Interested in exploring your options in PK-12 Leadership?

Join us for a webinar about our online M.Ed. and Certificate programs on November 6.

To register, visit bit.ly/4huXQF6

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October 29, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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We are officially TWO WEEKS away from One Tribe One Day! Join us on Wednesday, April 2 for a day of giving back and paying it forward. Learn more at otod.wm.edu #wmsoe #OneTribeOneDay
Save the Date for One Tribe One Day 4-2-25
March 19, 2025 at 9:11 PM
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Congratulations to doctoral candidate Glory Munthali Ph.D. ’26! She has recently received both the Donald Matteson Outstanding students award from AMHCA and an ACES diversity scholarship award.

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October 15, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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Hosted by the SURN at the SOE, the Joy of Children’s Literacy & Literature Conference hosted more than 200 educators from 45 school divisions across Virginia with the goal of helping students develop a lasting love of reading.
Learn more about the conference at go.wm.edu/V83PlT
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Joy of Children’s Literacy & Literature Conference Explores How to Inspire Lifelong Readers
Hosted by SURN, the Joy of Children’s Literacy & Literature Conference brought together more than 200 educators from 45 school divisions across Virginia. The annual conference allows educators to expl...
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March 24, 2026 at 2:20 PM
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On December 17, Swathi Menon successfully defended her dissertation study, "Mastering the Craft: Unravelling the Key Qualities Defining Effective Selected K-12 Teachers in Mumbai, India.”

Congratulations, Dr. Swathi Menon!

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Two people stand outdoors on a wooden deck beside a brick building on a sunny day. They are both smiling and facing the camera. A large silver bell is mounted on a brick pillar behind them, and winter plants fill a small garden area nearby. The scene conveys a friendly, welcoming moment on campus. Four people stand together on an outdoor wooden deck beside a brick building on a sunny day. They are positioned near a large silver bell mounted on a brick pillar. All four are facing the same direction, appearing to pose for a group photo. Green rocking chairs sit to the right, and fall plants add color along a raised garden bed. The scene conveys a friendly, professional moment on campus. Three people stand together on an outdoor wooden deck beside a brick building on a sunny day. They are smiling and facing the camera, posed near a large silver bell mounted on a brick pillar. Fall plants add color along a raised garden bed in the background, creating a warm and welcoming campus scene.
December 18, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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Great news for #veterans & #students: @ProudtoEducate at @WMSOE receives $1.9m grant f/@VDOE_News & @DeptofDefense to expand program recruiting vets to 2nd career as #teachers #TroopsToTeachers https://bit.ly/2MowOA2
W&M School of Education receives $1.9 million to expand e...
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November 16, 2024 at 8:31 PM
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Our 2026 Admitted Students Day was filled with energy, connection & celebration from start to finish. Of course, no visit is complete without a photo with the Griffin!

Welcome to the newest members of the Tribe.

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At the William & Mary School of Education's Admitted Students Day, a smiling student holds a sign that reads "Newest Member of the Tribe." At the William & Mary School of Education's Admitted Students Day, two smiling students pose with the Griffin mascot holding a sign that reads "Committed to W&M School of Education." At the William & Mary School of Education's Admitted Students Day, a smiling student poses with the Griffin mascot holding a sign that reads "Newest Member of the Tribe." At the William & Mary School of Education's Admitted Students Day, a happy student poses with the Griffin mascot holding a sign that reads "Committed to W&M School of Education."
April 21, 2026 at 6:59 PM
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Join us for a free, public lecture on “When Founding Fathers and Mothers Pledged Allegiance: Nationalism, Race and Division in America’s Curriculum,” with Professor of Education Jon N. Hale from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Please RSVP at go.wm.edu/By3p1P

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April 9, 2026 at 4:36 PM
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Join us for a webinar on Monday, April 13 at 5 p.m. EST to learn more about our Literacy Leadership and Reading Specialist programs.

Register at go.wm.edu/5BpdQb

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March 30, 2026 at 7:26 PM
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Lily Silverman B.A.Ed. '26 (on the left) and Sarah Zakreski B.A.Ed. '26 (on the right) are two of the 10 Elementary Education students who received F.U.S.E. funding this spring.

To read more, please visit go.wm.edu/Db6jvx

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William & Mary funding supports student teachers
William & Mary’s School of Education student teachers received F.U.S.E. funding for the first time this spring, helping ten seniors cover living costs during full‑time teaching internships. The suppor...
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March 5, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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2025 was a standout year for Curriculum & Instruction (C&I) faculty at William & Mary School of Education, marked by an impressive array of scholarship, presentations and community engagement.

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March 5, 2026 at 4:20 PM
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The demand for trained counselors is surging. Find out where the opportunities are-and how the Online M.Ed. in Counseling can get you there.

Save the date and time: March 12, 6 p.m. ET.

To register, visit go.wm.edu/Z8V1fM

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March 4, 2026 at 6:28 PM
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A youth mentorship initiative led by the William & Mary School of Education and the Youth Volunteer Corps of Hampton Roads is empowering students to grow as leaders and engaged citizens.

To learn more, visit go.wm.edu/ybwvvK

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Several people are gathered around a classroom table working together on a hands‑on activity. Two individuals at the center are leaning over the table, focusing on a small project involving plastic bags and classroom materials. Additional participants stand and sit nearby, also engaged in the activity. The table is covered with worksheets, small containers, and supplies. In the background, more people are talking and moving around the room, which has bright windows and posters on the walls. The scene captures a collaborative, workshop-style environment where participants are actively involved in a shared learning task. A classroom scene where a person wearing a blue shirt is leaning over a desk, assisting a student with a hands‑on activity. The desk has a clear plastic cup partially filled with liquid and a small packet of materials. Other students are seated nearby, watching or working on similar activities. Behind them, colorful posters, handwritten charts, and classroom labels cover the walls, including a prominently displayed chart about sound. Soft blue lights illuminate part of the wall near the desk. The environment appears to be an interactive learning session with students engaging in a science-related project. A busy classroom scene where several students and an adult are gathered around a long table working on a hands-on activity. The table is covered with papers, plastic bags, small containers, and other classroom supplies. One person in the center is leaning over the table, helping another participant with a project. Additional students are seated along the table, appearing focused on their materials. In the background, shelves with stacked bins and a globe are visible, along with a whiteboard on the wall. The overall setting reflects a collaborative learning activity with multiple people engaged in a shared project. A group of students are gathered around a classroom table working on a hands‑on activity. On the table, there is a clear cup filled with layered materials—white liquid at the bottom, a blue funnel-shaped filter in the center, and dark objects on top—suggesting a science or engineering experiment. Several worksheets, plastic rulers, and classroom supplies are spread across the table. One student seated at the table is gesturing with one hand while others lean in to participate in the activity. The setting appears interactive and collaborative, with students engaged in a group learning project.
February 18, 2026 at 9:03 PM
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Developed by Katherine Barko-Alva and Jennifer Bickham Mendez, Immigrant Communities and Education in the U.S. has launched to strengthen the William & Mary–WJCC Schools partnership.

To learn more, visit go.wm.edu/SzY6Rx

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A classroom filled with students seated at small grouped desks, facing a person at the front who is leading the session and pointing toward a large whiteboard. A screen beside the whiteboard displays a slide with red and blue text. The classroom is brightly lit with overhead lights, and large covered windows line the back wall. Coats and backpacks hang on the backs of chairs, and students appear to be engaged in a structured lesson or workshop. A classroom setting where a group of students are seated at desks facing a large screen at the front of the room. The screen displays a slide with four colored boxes labeled with instructional topics. A person at the front of the room stands near the screen, appearing to lead the session. On the wall to the right, a red banner with a sports team logo hangs. The desks are covered with papers, notebooks, sticky notes, and drinks as students follow along with the presentation. The room has pale-colored walls and classroom lighting.
February 18, 2026 at 6:40 PM
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SURN's Math Day featured an inspiring keynote by Stanford University Professor Jo Boaler & ended with an uplifting message from Virginia Regional Teacher of the Year, Avanti Yamamoto. Virginia educators attended interactive sessions to strengthen K–12 math instruction. #matheducation #EduSky #wmsoe
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February 11, 2026 at 5:42 PM
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On January 23, William & Mary’s Careers in Education Day successfully connected School of Education students with a wide range of education careers and various professional schools, districts, and education organizations.

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Two people stand and talk at an information table during an indoor outreach or recruitment event. One person stands at a small podium using a laptop, while the other gestures while speaking, suggesting an active informational exchange. The table is branded with school-related signage and displays flyers, promotional items, and printed materials. Other organizations’ tables and attendees are visible throughout the room, creating a lively, professional atmosphere focused on sharing information about school programs, services, or career opportunities. A person stands behind a Fauquier County Public Schools information table at an indoor event. The table and backdrop display the Fauquier County Public Schools logo and recruitment-style messaging, along with brochures, printed materials, and small display items. The person gestures toward items on the table while engaging with attendees. The overall tone suggests a welcoming outreach or informational event focused on school programs, careers, or community involvement within Fauquier County Public Schools. Several people stand and talk at an indoor outreach or recruitment event. One group is gathered near a table covered with a Fauquier County Public Schools tablecloth and informational materials, including brochures and giveaway items. Attendees hold pamphlets and branded tote bags while engaging in conversation with staff. Additional organizations and tables are visible in the background. The scene conveys an active, welcoming environment focused on sharing information about school programs, services, or career opportunities with the community. Two people sit across from each other at an information table during an indoor outreach or recruitment event. One person reviews printed materials while the other speaks and gestures, suggesting an informational conversation or one-on-one discussion. The table is covered with a school-branded tablecloth and holds brochures, flyers, small display items, and a sign-up or informational sheet. Other tables, banners, and attendees are visible in the background, creating an active, professional atmosphere focused on learning about school programs, services, or career opportunities.
February 4, 2026 at 6:03 PM
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Join Assistant Professor Amber Pope for our Multicultural and Social Justice Considerations in Counseling Supervision webinar on Friday, January 30!

To register, visit go.wm.edu/7MMkkv

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January 23, 2026 at 8:05 PM
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2026 Exploring Careers in Education Fair, formerly known as K-12 Education Recruitment Day, offers districts, schools, and organizations the opportunity to meet and engage in one-on-one conversations with W&M students.

To register, visit go.wm.edu/xm75V0

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January 15, 2026 at 7:30 PM