These 30 Cary and Morrisville schools are closing early due to water main break. Wake County school system says it will notify families as soon as possible if the water main break in Cary affects classes on Tuesday. www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e... #nced #wcpss

"Those leaders primarily think North Carolina’s school performance letter grades, which are established in state law, are based on too few measures, with too much emphasis on proficiency rates that often correlate with a school’s poverty level." #nced #ncpol

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Over 3,000 combined schools and libraries in North Carolina received funding in 2024 through the E-rate program. #nced #ncpol #internet

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How the hiring of a transgender teacher put Wake County schools in national spotlight. Speeches at school board meetings and coverage by conservative outlets have helped spread national attention. Will Trump administration intervene? www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e... #ncpol #nced #wcpss

Join Public Schools First NC on Thursday, Sept 24th 7-8:30 pm for a webinar with Dr. Emily King, a child psychologist and public school parent of two neurodivergent sons. Dr. King will discuss her new book, The Neurodivergent Learner
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School counselors are champions for our students, listening, guiding, and supporting them through every challenge and milestone. Let’s celebrate the difference they make every day!

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It's a good question. When does a private school become a public school? How much public money does it have to take before it must have public accountability? #nced #ncpublicschools
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If private schools get public funds, they should meet the same curriculum standards and transparency as public schools. Taxpayer dollars deserve accountability, no exceptions. #nced #ncpublicschools #ncpubliceducation

We Digitized It. But Did We Make It Better?

Moving a bad process online doesn't make it transformation. Sometimes we just automate the same approvals, delays, and unnecessary steps.

Before asking “How do we automate this?” ask: “Do we still need to do this at all?”

#IT #NCED #Helpdesk #AI

Be a public education voter and ask candidates questions like these! The current system is UNfair and should be changed ASAP. Read our fact sheet for more information about the A-F grading system. #nced #ncpublicschools
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Before you vote, ask these must-know questions about public education to you candidates. Your voice matters, make it count for NC’s schools! #nced #ncpublicschools #ncpubliceducation

The voucher promise for students with disabilities is falling short! #nced #ncpublicschools
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‘An ironic inversion.’ Feds say Duke University's medical school discriminated against whites. Feds cited lower MCAT scores and GPAs for Black admits than white and Asian admits. Duke's federal funding is at risk. (Via Jane Winik Sartwell) www.newsobserver.com/news/politic... #ncpol #nced

Fayetteville State University is seeing record enrollment and retention, with over 7,700 students and 80.7% returning. Leaders credit affordable tuition, community partnerships, targeted recruiting, and proactive support using student data. #NCed

North Carolina no longer requires future teachers to pass the Praxis Core exam before advanced education classes. Supporters of the change say the test blocked some students from becoming teachers. Colleges hope removing it will increase enrollment and teacher recruitment. #NCed

Join Public Schools First NC on Thursday, Sept 24th 7-8:30 pm for a webinar with Dr. Emily King, a child psychologist and public school parent of two neurodivergent sons. Dr. King will discuss her new book, The Neurodivergent Learner
Register here: https://ow.ly/B1Vj50ZM7oW
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Your vote shapes the future of our public schools! Stand up for every student; be a PUBLIC EDUCATION voter. Make informed choices, support public schools, and help build a brighter tomorrow for North Carolina’s children. #NCed #ncpublicschools #ncpubliceducation

North Carolina’s future is at stake this 2026 Election season.

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Before you vote, ask these must-know questions about public education to you candidates. Your voice matters, make it count for NC’s schools! #nced #ncpublicschools #ncpubliceducation #ncvoter

Should NC voucher-funded private schools be held to the same academic standards as public schools? We believe every student deserves a curriculum that prepares them for college and career success. It’s time for real accountability and transparency! #nced #ncpublicschools #ncpubliceducation