MS EMMA CARTER

is a big sister, poet, graphic designer, and aspiring secondary educator.

She is a member of the 2025 Master of Arts in Teaching (in Secondary English) cohort at Duke University, where she is also a Durham Teaching Fellow

A 2023 graduate from NC State’s graphic design and English CRW  programs, she is interested in the dance between language and visuals, and how language and design can (and must!) inform one another.

She particularly enjoys layout and publication design, information architecture, quiltmaking and other fiber crafts, frogs, southern literature, media analysis, Appalachia, and café beverages of all kinds.

She is a Virgo sun, Libra moon, and Aquarius rising.


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Philosophy of Teaching
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01 THE ADOLESCENT BRAIN 

Teenage decision-making is often emotional; effective learning involves seeking patterns and positive environments; trauma impacts student well-being, emphasizing the need for supportive educational practices.

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02 CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE TEACHING 

Culturally relevant teaching involves understanding and respecting the diverse backgrounds of students beyond just race, fostering an inclusive environment where differences are valued; committing to social justice means creating an equitable space by addressing biases and supporting each student's success.

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03 CLASSROOM CULTURE + CLIMATE 

Creating a safe and engaging classroom involves understanding students' diverse backgrounds and adapting teaching methods to their needs, while fostering meaningful relationships and a supportive environment for their growth and success. 

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