PEMBROKE, N.C., July 1 -- The University of North Carolina at Pembroke issued the following news release:

UNC Pembroke's Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education program has received an A+ from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ), the organization's highest rating for preparing future elementary teachers to deliver evidence-based reading instruction grounded in the science of reading.

The recognition places UNCP among a select group of teacher preparation programs nationwide earning the organization's highest distinction.

"This recognition reflects what we've always believed - great readers begin with great teachers," said Dr. Tracy Mulvaney, dean of the School of Education. "Our faculty work intentionally to ensure future ...