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Earnings indicator launched on FAFSA. How many NC institutions are flagged for students?

by Mebane Rash | December 9, 2025

Students completing the FAFSA will now see earnings data on each institution they express interest in attending, including a “lower earnings” disclosure for certain schools.

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Do you have questions about the new federal tax credit? Let the federal government know by Dec. 26

by Mebane Rash | December 8, 2025

State Board of Education discusses legislative priorities, school accountability, and Golden LEAF initiative

by Sergio Osnaya-Prieto | December 8, 2025

State Health Plan on track to see surplus through 2027 following benefit changes and premium increases

by Hannah Vinueza McClellan | December 5, 2025

Latest stories

Showcase spotlights CTE offerings at Washington County Schools

by Caroline Parker | December 9, 2025

After Helene, Dogwood Health Trust focuses on ‘cultivating active hope’

by Emily Thomas | December 8, 2025

NC Ed Corps maintains strong literacy impact despite North Carolina budget setbacks

by Amy Rhyne | December 8, 2025

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Congress passes Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025

National Association of Counties | December 9, 2025

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U.S. Senate hearing on opportunities, challenges in building the workforce pipeline

CC Daily | December 9, 2025

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The NC College Connect — NC’s new direct admission to college — application deadline is January 2. Here is what you need to know.

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News

North Carolina announces short-term training for future early childhood teachers

by Sergio Osnaya-Prieto | December 9, 2025

Earnings indicator launched on FAFSA. How many NC institutions are flagged for students?

by Mebane Rash | December 9, 2025

Do you have questions about the new federal tax credit? Let the federal government know by Dec. 26

by Mebane Rash | December 8, 2025

State Board of Education discusses legislative priorities, school accountability, and Golden LEAF initiative

by Sergio Osnaya-Prieto | December 8, 2025

State Health Plan on track to see surplus through 2027 following benefit changes and premium increases

by Hannah Vinueza McClellan | December 5, 2025

Western NC counties more distressed in 2026 tier designations

by Ben Humphries | December 4, 2025

10 districts to receive $392 million in grants for school construction and renovation

by Sergio Osnaya-Prieto | December 4, 2025

Child care needs don’t stop at kindergarten, after-school program leaders tell Stein’s task force

by Liz Bell | December 3, 2025

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Showcase spotlights CTE offerings at Washington County Schools

by Caroline Parker | December 9, 2025

After Helene, Dogwood Health Trust focuses on ‘cultivating active hope’

by Emily Thomas | December 8, 2025

NC Ed Corps maintains strong literacy impact despite North Carolina budget setbacks

by Amy Rhyne | December 8, 2025

In Robeson County, closing gaps in student learning is a team effort

by Derick Lee | December 8, 2025

How Boost is working to build belonging, meet workforce needs, and increase ‘human capacity’ at Central Piedmont

by Analisa Sorrells Archer | December 8, 2025

Career exploration event teaches ESL students about community college’s career paths

by Sergio Osnaya-Prieto | December 3, 2025

Meet the leaders of the first Boost consortium

by Emily Thomas and Mebane Rash | December 2, 2025

From pilot program to statewide model: How the Medicaid Learning Collaborative is helping districts expand mental health support for students

by Jyanne Guide and Molly Urquhart | December 2, 2025

Perspectives

Community Colleges

Perspective | CFNC regional trainings spread college access knowledge, awareness around the state

by Alex Granados | December 3, 2025

Public School Forum of NC

Perspective | The cost of inaction is students left in limbo

by Amos Fodchuk | December 1, 2025

Early Childhood

Perspective | What Latino families teach us about early care and education in North Carolina

by Angelica Sanchez | December 1, 2025

Principals

Perspective | Letter to myself: Reflections on leadership, loss, and becoming whole

by Jason Johnson | November 26, 2025

K-12

Perspective | Thankful for North Carolina’s public schools

by Patrick Greene and ChatGPT | November 26, 2025

K-12

Perspective | A decade of exceeding growth: North Pitt High School’s path to excellence

by Rachel Candaso | November 20, 2025