RCS Rock Star Teachers
Join our first cohort of RCS Rock Star Teachers
We want to celebrate you!
We know that we have amazing teachers doing phenomenal things for our children and we want to share your awesomeness!
So, we welcome you to apply to be part of our first cohort of RCS Rock Star Teachers. Teachers who are chosen will be asked to complete one of the following two projects.
Action Research
Rock Star Teachers may choose to conduct action research by investigating a problem, designing and testing a solution, collecting evidence, and reporting on the findings.
Create an Instructional Unit
Rock Star Teachers may choose to create an instructional unit aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study that utilizes effective instructional strategies, including student-centered learning opportunities and multiple means of assessment.
Benefits
- Be recognized for your commitment to educating our children.
- Network with other outstanding professionals.
- Participate in inquiry-based, self-directed learning.
- Document evidence for the NC Professional Teaching Standards.
- Earn 4 Academic/Content CEUs.
- Receive the RCS Rock Star Teacher badge.
Additional Requirements
- Attend 2 required face to face planning sessions
- Review professional literature
- Complete online components
- Utilize a project template provided by the district
- Share your project with others
Timeframe
We will have our first face to face meeting before the end of school this year so that participants will gain a better understanding of the project requirements. The selected project must be completed by December 31, 2016.
How to apply
Complete this brief application. All entries must be received by 5 pm on April 29, 2016.
Questions
Contact Christy Barham: cbarham@rock.k12.nc.us