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SparkNC

SparkNC

The Spark NC logo features a star and the words 'Igniting Futures in Tech'.

Welcome to Granville County Public Schools SparkLab!

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Dr. Daniel DuLany

dulanyd@gcs.k12.nc.us

(919) 693-2521

Ext. 240032

Meet Your SparkLab Coordinator
Hello everyone. My name is Dr. Daniel DuLany this is my thirteenth year in education. Prior to becoming the SparkLab Coordinator for GCPS, I worked as an assistant principal, instructional coach, interventionist, and have taught second, fourth, and fifth grade, primarily English Language Arts and Social Studies. I graduated from Missouri State University with a degree in Hospitality and Restaurant Administration. It was during my time as a restaurant manager that I realized my love for teaching. I earned my MSEd. in Elementary Education from Missouri State University, Academically and Intellectually Gifted certification through Duke University, my MSA from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, through the Sandhills Region Education Consortium Principal Development Program, and my Doctorate in Educational Leadership from the University of North Carolina-Wilmington.  

If you are interested and ready to find your "Spark", please complete this form!

What is SparkNC?
SparkNC is a new way to do school. Each learner is in a lead role, following their interests, building the skills they want to learn, and charting their own path toward high-tech careers of their choice, all while earning high-school credit. Through SparkNC, every learner has access to an inter-district network of teachers and tech industry partners to guide and shape their learning. To earn credit, learners will first complete the SparkNC Orientation Unit, then choose and complete six high-tech Units, and pull it all together with a final capstone project. Learners have the opportunity to complete SparkNC Units in three different ways: live, on-demand, and experiential.

Along the way, Spark Scholars track their progress on SparkNC’s adaptive learning platform, build rich networks with industry professionals, and create robust portfolios of work to demonstrate their readiness for college and careers.

The SparkLab is located in JF Webb High School and we are open to all students grades 8-12 in the Granville County School District!

Topic Areas of Study Quick Links In the News
  • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning 
  • Computer Systems Engineering 
  • Cybersecurity 
  • Data Analytics 
  • Design UX/UI 
  • Game Development & Esports 
  • Software Development 
  • Exploring Tech Fields 

SparkLab Google Site

Catalog of Units Offered

District C Teamship

Student Platform

 

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