New from EdNC

This parent once struggled to find the right school for her daughter with learning differences. Now she works to fund one.

by Katie Dukes | April 9, 2025

EdNC is highlighting the experiences of educators, families, researchers, and advocates with a stake in North Carolina’s early care and learning landscape.…

When should North Carolina students go back to school? New bill aims to give districts more flexibility

by Chantal Brown | April 9, 2025

A bill focused on giving school districts more calendar flexibility passed the Senate education committee Wednesday.  Legislators and members of the community had mixed reactions to Senate Bill 754, with some of the senators expressing concerns for the tourism industry. …

How one N.C. nonprofit is making space for student voices

by Derick Lee | April 9, 2025

Today, Bellen Woodard is a published author, CEO, and entrepreneur who has garnered national recognition for work as the “World’s 1st Crayon Activist.”…

Perspective | What North Carolina’s new attainment map tells us

by Gina Zhang | April 9, 2025

At its annual attainment event in February, myFutureNC released new data on North Carolina’s progress toward its educational attainment goal of 2 million by 2030.…

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The Editor’s Notes

The 74 is reporting that the certification deadline has been extended to April 24, according to Madi Biedermann, a U.S. Department of Ed spokesperson. The department’s press release has not been updated with that extension. Here is more information.

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