“This is my third year, and I have learned to let go and trust the process, rather than do it for them," Kenisha Brigman, a kindergarten teacher, shared. "They can really do it once you show them and they practice.” ednc.org/more-than-just-play…
Southeastern Community College President Dr. Chris English’s advice to other colleges looking to leverage state or federal dollars? “Get out of the office.” ednc.org/inside-one-rural-co…
"The state has not truly, truly invested," said Nicole Sullivan, an architect of North Carolina's first local reentry councils. "You really need to be doing this everywhere." ednc.org/north-carolinas-loc…
Follow along with EdNC's live coverage of the 2026 midterm election results and what they mean for education in our state. ednc.org/live-updates-on-202…
Democrats get their night. Trump says he will accept election results and work with Congress. - eepurl.com/ozJvlghvwH
On an EdNC visit to GW Carver Elementary School, it suddenly became very important to craft the perfect paper plane. The challenge illustrated how the school’s staff work to problem-solve on the fly. ednc.org/edgecombe-carver-ex…
Follow along with EdNC's live coverage of the 2026 midterm election results and what they mean for education in our state. ednc.org/live-updates-on-202…
Candidates debated critical policy issues present across CMS, including campus safety, mental health funding, educational technology, and access to resources. Official voting for students opened on Oct. 20 and will be open through Nov. 3. ednc.org/cms-student-adviser…
"These eight finalists demonstrate the immense impact that strong administrators have on a district's CTE program and students," said John Kirkman, executive director of the N.C. Association for Career and Technical Education. ednc.org/11-2-2027-finalists…
The Lakewood Community Literacy Partnership is bringing communities together by providing free newspapers for students and families this school year. Learn more here. ednc.org/a-rural-newspaper-a…
“People cannot achieve better health outcomes if they cannot consistently access the trusted, affordable care they need,” writes Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation President Colleen Briggs. ednc.org/perspective-access-…
A rural newspaper and community school district join forces to improve literacy outcomes and strengthen community ties - eepurl.com/9NGUZ7X1U_
"Students remember the fun stuff like theme days, special events, cool technology, and experiments. When those moments are paired with strong instructional decision-making, learning sticks. As an educator, the goal isn’t just to create a fun moment, but one that helps students remember the content too," writes educator Dr. Kayla Norville. ednc.org/perspective-create-…
The EPIC study found that student absences significantly "disrupt" instruction, teaching working environments, and teacher performance. Read more highlights from the report here. ednc.org/11-2-2026-epic-stud…
“It is always good to honor outstanding educators, strengthen teacher leadership, and demonstrate what it means to invest in the people who make our public schools great,” State Superintendent Mo Green said. ednc.org/11-2-2026-wayne-cou…
Election Day, State Board of Education, the five-year facilities report, and more this week at EdNC - eepurl.com/VhO5OYJ9kl
During the 2025-26 school year, Newport Elementary moved from meeting to exceeding expected academic growth, earned a B on its state school report card after previously receiving a C, and saw 91.3% of students meet or exceed individual growth expectations. ednc.org/from-training-to-tr…
Lee Anthony Stiles’ long path to mayor of Morehead City included multiple periods of incarceration. “Everybody deserves a second chance. … I understand what it means. I know what it feels like,” Stiles told the men at Carteret Correctional. ednc.org/morehead-citys-mayo…
There are many important races on the 2026 general election ballot, with high stakes for education in North Carolina. Learn more about these races and how they impact education in North Carolina here. ednc.org/10-15-2026-voter-gu…
The NC Health Talent Alliance recently released a report on 2026 healthcare workforce data trends that revealed progress in statewide vacancy and turnover rates, while finding that "workforce gaps remain." ednc.org/10-29-2026-gaps-rem…
