PIM Receives Special Recognition! PIM’s SYSTEM program was one of 10 centers across North Carolina to participate in a NASA Design Challenge along with being an evaluation site to highlight the need for authentic, hands-on, real-world applications of STEM. The design challenge is a partnership between NASA and the U.S. Department of Education’s 21st Century… Continue Reading→
“Public Education Advocacy and Faith: Why the Church Should Care” Event
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – 9/9/2020 CHURCHES TO HOST “PUBLIC EDUCATION ADVOCACY AND FAITH: WHY THE CHURCH SHOULD CARE” EVENT RALEIGH, N.C. – Pastors for NC Children is co-hosting a public education advocacy event with The United Methodist Advocates for Public Schools (UMAPS) from Saint Francis United Methodist Church in Cary and the UMAPS Team of… Continue Reading→
C4C (Congregations 4 Children)
A recent letter from David Rockefeller, the Conference Director of C4C/UMAPS to District C4C Coordinators, is a great reminder to all of us to make the holistic welfare of ALL children a priority. “I have spent the morning reading article after article from a variety of reliable news and public education sources that all paint… Continue Reading→
Litany for Blessing of the Backpacks
This litany for blessing of the backpacks was written by the Rev. Kathie Wilkinson, Mt. Sylvan UMC, Durham. God of all knowledge and wisdom, Bless these backpacks and each student that will carry them every day of this school year. As students carry these backpacks, may they be reminded of the love and… Continue Reading→
2017 C4C Summit
~ It’s not too late to register! The purpose of this summit is to inform, educate and inspire those involved in leading or participating in a C4C church/school partnership. Whether you are already involved in C4C or you are in the process of considering it for your church, you will find this event helpful. The… Continue Reading→
Bishop Ward Honored as a “Champion for Children”
Bishop Hope Morgan Ward was honored by the North Carolina Foundation for Public School Education as a 2017 “Champion for Children” at a gala held on May 5. Six honorees, including Bishop Ward, were recognized for supporting North Carolina public school children and ensuring that all students have access to a sound basic education. Bishop… Continue Reading→
2016 Key Taylor Award Recipient
This year’s Key Taylor Award was presented to Trinity UMC in Fairmont, NC on Sunday, July 10. This award recognizes the mission and ministry of a rural church that is engaged in their community. Trinity is a small but active church, giving of their time, talent and financial resources to local, state, national and international… Continue Reading→
C4C Summit July 30 ~ Sign up now!
This year’s C4C Summit will be held on Saturday July 30, 2016, 10am-3pm at Garner UMC. The purpose of this summit is to inform, educate and inspire those involved in leading or participating in a church/school partnership. The agenda will encompass a variety of speakers to include: Dr. June Atkinson, Superintendent of NC Public Schools… Continue Reading→
Congregations For Children (C4C) & Summer Learning Loss
With summer drawing closer, now is a good time to start thinking about how your church might help minimize “summer learning loss” which can occur when a child is out of school for summer vacation. Many children, especially those living in low income families, do not receive sufficient educational stimulation during the summer. The result… Continue Reading→