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Winston-Salem State University says the notification that the teacher training grant had been canceled stated that the program promotes or takes part in DEI initiatives. Image courtesy of Winston-Salem State University

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U.S. Department of Education cancels teacher training grants for Triad universities

Amy Diaz

Winston-Salem TEACH is a partnership between Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem State University and Salem College working to create a pipeline of quality teachers for local high-need public schools. The bulk of their funding comes from a U.S. Department of Education grant that was canceled last week.

Alis Mulero, principal of Easton Elementary School, gasps when she learns about a $10,000 donation to the school on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024 in Winston-Salem, N.C. SANTIAGO OCHOA/WFDD

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Community celebrates reveal of newly renovated teachers' lounge at Easton Elementary School

Amy Diaz

The teachers’ lounge at a Winston-Salem elementary school got a makeover this year. Local elected officials joined school staff and volunteers to celebrate the reveal on Wednesday.

High school student demonstrates experiment using pipettes

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Wake Forest University pairs high schoolers with mentors to conduct scientific research

Amy Diaz

A group of Forsyth County high schoolers spent six weeks conducting scientific research with mentors from Wake Forest University. They presented their findings at a symposium last week.

Guilford County Schools has raised more than $2 million for various classroom projects through DonorsChoose, a crowdfunding site, since 2005. KERI BROWN/WFDD

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Guilford County Schools teachers use crowdfunding site for classroom supplies

Amy Diaz

There are more than 130 Guilford County Schools projects currently listed on DonorsChoose.

LEAD Girls of NC currently works within six Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Title 1 schools, meaning children from low-income families make up at least 40% of enrollment. In January, the program will expand into two more middle schools. Image courtesy of LEAD Girls of NC

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LEAD Girls of NC expanding to 2 Winston-Salem/Forsyth County middle schools

Amy Diaz

LEAD Girls of North Carolina, a program for at-risk preteen girls, is expanding into two more Winston-Salem/Forsyth County schools in January. During a…