Friend of NCACTE Award
The Friend of NCACTE Award recognizes an individual or organization whose partnership, advocacy, and support have made a meaningful difference in advancing educator preparation across North Carolina. This honor celebrates champions who strengthen connections between colleges, schools, communities, and policymakers; promote the teaching profession; and help create stronger pathways for preparing and supporting future educators.
Congratulations to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction!
Recipient of the 2026 Friend of NCACTE Award!
Andrew Sioberg accepted the award on behalf of NCDPI, recognizing DPI’s continued partnership and support of educator preparation across North Carolina.

