Student U is a community organization that uses the power of education to build a just and equitable Durham.
We empower and equip first-generation college students in Durham Public Schools, their families, and educators to become the leaders that will transform our city. Together, we’re creating a Durham where all students succeed.
We support this transformation with an approach that combines three key elements:
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Applications are open for our Summer Academy teachers!
We are very excited to announce that we are hiring for paid summer teaching positions at Student U during Summer 2020! Student U teachers work full-time in the summer, creating lesson plans, teaching their own classes and working collaboratively with other teachers to engage and inspire students.
Extended Deadline: Wednesday, February 19, 2020
Restorative Practices in Education: Mindset, Theory, Practice
March 5-6, 2020 at The W.G. Pearson Center
Student U and Peaceful Schools NC are partnering to bring you a day and a half of Restorative Practices training. A full-day training on March 6 will support educators in confidently using a restorative model with students. Principals, administrators, and school leaders are invited to join us for a half-day workshop on March 5 focusing on both mindset and infrastructure that will allow Restorative Practices to thrive within a school.
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