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From the First Session of ElevateNC Cohort Four to the Hunt-Kean Leadership Fellows Cohort Nine Session Two, we have a number of exciting updates to share with you this week!

* This Week at THI (#thiweek)
* Our Team IRL (#elevate)
* Join Our Team (#hiring)
* Upcoming Webinars (#anchor3)
* What's On Our Radar (#anchor4)


** ElevateNC: Fourth Cohort Selection
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The Hunt Institute is thrilled to announce ([link removed]) the selection of participants for the fourth cohort of the ElevateNC: Higher Education program ([link removed]) . The Institute has curated an exceptional group of influential leaders from various sectors, including state policymakers, K-12 superintendents and teachers, higher education administrators and faculty, business community members, advocacy organizations, and representatives from local government. This cohort will meet four times thorough this year.


** The Hunt-Kean Leadership Fellows Cohort Nine, Session Two
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On August 9-11, the Hunt-Kean Leadership Fellows Cohort 9 Session 2 took place in San Diego, California. This session focused on the educator workforce, career and technical education, and higher education. Fellows learned about state attainment goals and policies designed to improve postsecondary access, completion, affordability, and career and technical education.


** ElevateNC Cohort Four Session One
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On August 21-22, the first meeting of the fourth cohort of ElevateNC commenced. This session focused on North Carolina's Higher Education Landscape, including discussions surrounding myFutureNC's attainment goals, utilizing data to identify barriers to students, and understanding today's students.


** We are currently hiring for the following positions:
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* Director of Events & Engagement ([link removed])
* Director of Media Relations and Communications ([link removed])
* Human Resources Assistant ([link removed])

To apply, please submit a cover letter, along with a résumé and a writing sample (no more than 5 pages; sections from a longer paper can be submitted) to [email protected] with the subject line “Insert position title– your last name.”
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** Postsecondary Pathways | Rural Postsecondary Pathways: Separating Fact from Fiction
In Partnership with Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research
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Join us for this important conversation to explore national trends related to rural student engagement, the role of higher education in rural student economic mobility, and considerations for states as they work to define rural to increase postsecondary attainment.

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** Early Efforts: Building a Sturdy Bridge to Kindergarten
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Kindergarten serves as an essential bridge between preschool and K-12 education. How can we make the transition a productive one? Join The Hunt Institute and an expert panel for discussion of the kindergarten transition and how federal and state leaders are helping to ensure a sturdy bridge.

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** Postsecondary Pathways | Sports Gambling in Today's Higher Education Landscape
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Our panel will explore the multifaceted dynamics between sports gambling legislation, state regulations, and the academic landscape. From examining the potential financial implications and revenue opportunities for higher education institutions to discussing the ethical considerations and potential risks associated with student athletes, this webinar offers a holistic perspective on this complex issue.

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** Homeroom with Education Leaders | Across the Aisle: Parent and Voter Priorities One Year from the ESSER Deadline
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As the one-year ESSER deadline approaches, join The Hunt Institute and national education and survey research leaders for this timely conversation around what matters most to families in education – literacy, workforce development, school safety, mental health, and more – and how state and district leaders can leverage remaining dollars and time to meet their priorities.

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** What we're paying attention to across teams:
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* Early Childhood:
+ Zaentz Navigator ([link removed]) from the Zaentz Early Ed Initiative
+ Early Years Expert Reveals Important Reason you Should Copy your Baby ([link removed]) from Yahoo! Finance
* K-12 Ed:
+ Start the School Year Strong: How K-12 Leaders Can Create Thriving Schools for Teachers and Staff ([link removed]) from Education Week
+ Connecting to Students' Interests can Deepen Learning, Engagement ([link removed]) from K-12 Dive
* Higher Ed:
+ Biden Administration Moves Forward with New Repayment Plan ([link removed]) from Inside Higher Ed
+ Persistence Rate in Fall 2022 Returned to Pre-Pandemic Normal ([link removed]) from Higher Ed Dive
* Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion:
+ Policies to Increase Teacher Diversity ([link removed]) from the National Council on Teacher Quality
+ Credit for Work in Community College Apprenticeships ([link removed]) from Community College Daily

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach our team by email at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) .

All the best,
The Hunt Institute Team


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