Brittanie Howard, M.S.A. GraduateThe UNC School of Education is one of both grit and grace. The programs are challenging, and require much of their students in study, diligence, and pursuit of field experience. However, the school also extends much in grace – understanding that everyone’s journey does and will look different, and allowing room for students to explore what success looks like for their specific journey.
Preparing Highly Effective School Leaders
In 2021, the UNC School of Education launched its Master of School Administration program with in-person and virtual class options, enabling aspiring school leaders from any North Carolina district to access classes and expert faculty members in Chapel Hill. Martinette Horner, Ed.D., MSA program director, reflects on the shift to HyFlex learning. Our Master of…
Elena Ashburn (’12 M.S.A., ’18 Ed.D.) has been named the 2021 Wells Fargo North Carolina Principal of the Year. Ashburn, who received the award during a ceremony on Friday (May 21) at the Umstead Hotel in Cary, serves as principal of Broughton Magnet High School, a position she has held since 2017. Ashburn started her…
Carolina's Master of School Administration program has a long record of preparing educators for leadership roles in schools and communities. The MSA program's course of study is aligned with state and national association standards. Completion of the program leads to eligibility for licensure as a K-12 principal in North Carolina and qualifies one for principal…