UNCW Language and Literacy Program - WCE

My good friend and colleague, Dr. Katie Schlicting, is retiring this year from Watson College of Ed. Please join me in wishing her the best. We shared many students in the Language and Literacy program, as well as in Elementary Ed classes. You can send her a message in email or pass on best wishes through me.

Photos from the Retirement Reception for Dr. Brad Walker and Mrs. Becky Walker. They have influenced so many and made a tremendous impact on children and teachers across NC. Pictured: Leila Stackleather and Chase Morgan, 2018 graduates of the Language and Literacy Program and fabulous teachers!

2019 Graduates!!

Our wonderful 2019 Language and Literacy Master's Degree graduates!

Start your application for the Language and Literacy Master's Program to begin in the Fall. The application deadline is in the beginning of July. If you have questions, please contact Dr. Swafford ([email protected]), Program Coordinator through June 30.

Congratulations to our 2019 M.ED. graduates: Britta Burrows, Shelley Mongelli, AnaMarie Neville, and Kelly Sheehan!!!

The Language and Literacy Program welcomes two new professors: Dr. Caitlin Ryan and Dr. Laura Szech. We're also welcoming back Dr. Kathy Fox, after her service as department chair and research leave. Dr. Swafford is retiring but will still be teaching a few classes.

Good Saturday morning! I’m sending out a request to all UNCW alumni who had Dr. Brad Walker in either/both the elementary undergrad or MAT program or the Language and Literacy Program. Maybe you also traveled with him to Japan! He is retiring this semester and his celebration at Watson is this Wednesday, April 17, at 4:00. (Incidentally, you’re invited!) This email is a request for favorite memories, quotes, assignments or projects from his classes or experiences. How did being I. A class with Dr. Walker impact your life and work? We are putting together a journal for him but hope to add student quotes and memories to personalize the project.
Please send to me either through email ([email protected]) or in Messenger.
Thank you ahead of time for your contribution. Just a few thoughts will help!

Just 3 more days! Don't miss your chance to apply to join the Fall 2018 UNCW online Language and Literacy Master's cohort. The deadline is Friday, June 15th.

Use the following link to apply to the UNCW Graduate School:
https://app.applyyourself.com/?id=UNCW-GRAD

Check out our website for more information: https://www.uncw.edu/ed/eemls/ll/index.html

Language and Literacy: EEMLS: Watson College of Education at the University of North Carolina Wilmington

2018 Language and Literacy Masters graduates!

Jacqueline Woodson named Ambassador of Young People's Literature. See what she says about the label, "struggling reader." http://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/curriculum/2018/02/stop_using_the_label_st rugglin.html

Stop Using the Label 'Struggling Reader,' Author Jacqueline Woodson Advises The bestselling author of the memoir-in-verse Brown Girl Dreaming was recently named the National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. Here's how she plans to use her new platform.

Announcing the new UNCW K-8 public school, Virgo Preparatory Academy. If you're interested, please go to the following website: http://bit.ly/2Cd28jE
Deadline for applications for K-8 teachers specialists in music, art, health, physical education, and exceptional children is Monday, February 26. To be posted soon are positions for curriculum specialists.

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The UNCW Language and literacy Master's degree will be offered online, beginning in the Fall 2018. Get the convenience of online and face-to- face learning.
Courses will be offered from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Tuesday and Thursday online. Contact Dr. Jeanne Swafford for more information.

Reminder: To begin the LL Master's Program in the Fall, 2017, please apply by June 15th.

The UNCW Language & Literacy Program faculty are hosting the 2nd Annual LL Reunion on Thursday, March 16, 5:30, Education Building. Please save this date on your calendar! Please come and bring a friend who you think would be a great candidate for the Master's Program. Reconnect, encourage others, and spread the word about the fabulous program! We'll have snacks and share. Please let me know if you plan to come. Please spread the word to other LL graduates who may not see this announcement! Stay tuned for more information

Alumni Weekend is coming up!. On February 4, there is a brunch at 10:30 in the Burney Center.

Write a proposal for the 2017 North Carolina Reading Association Conference! I know you have so much to share. The proposals are simple to complete and submit. Please see the link below for the proposal information. The conference is Sunday - Tuesday, March 19 - 21, in Raleigh. The deadline for proposals is September 15th! Please write your proposal today.!!

Another LL graduate..Teacher of the Year at Dixon Middle School. Congratulations Natalie Smith Ostrander! !!!!

Congratulations to Lora Crowley! Teacher of the Year at Eaton Elementary School!!!

See you at 5:00 today, May 23, for LL reunion. WCE, 2nd floor, 232.

LL Reunion...The reunion for grads, current students, perspective students, friends..come 1 come all! Connect, reconnect, encourage....Monday, May 23, 5:00, WCE, Room 232. Can't wait to see you all. If you haven't RSVP ED yet, email Dr. Swafford [email protected]. If you forget to RSVP, come anyway. See you soon!

The UNCW Language and Literacy faculty are hosting an alumni reunion on May 23, 5:00. Bring a friend, reconnect with peers and faculty, and get reinvigorated and encouraged toward the end of the school year. Anyone interested in literacy and maybe a Master's degree is welcome. More information to come.

Join us for Dr. Debbie Powell's Retirement Celebration, Monday, April 25, 4:00, Watson College of Education, Rm. 162.

Don't forget to register for the North Carolina Reading Association Conference on March 14-15, Raleigh Convention Center. Register by Feb. 15th for a discount. Go to www.ncreading.org to register today.

NCRA | A beacon for literacy and lifelong learning

The New Hanover Reading Council meets on Monday, February 15, 4:00 in the Watson College of Education, Rm 162.

The New Hanover Reading Association will have their first meeting on Monday, September 21, 4:00, at the Watson College of Education, Rm 162. Parking is complementary in the parking garage across the street for the first 30 people who attend.

The New Hanover Reading Association is having a mixer on Thursday, Sept 17, 4-6 at Might as Well in Wilmington. Come and meet other members and get a discounted membership for only $15!