12/5/2025
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Western NC counties more distressed in 2026 tier designations
New county tier designations for 2026, released last week, classify some of North Carolina’s western counties as more economically distressed than the previous year, due in part to the impacts of Hurricane Helene. County tier designations, which have been in...
10 districts to receive $392 million in grants for school construction and renovation
Ten school districts across the state will receive grants for school construction and renovation projects funded by a $392 million state lottery fund, according to a press release from the Department of Public Instruction (DPI). The Needs-Based Public School Capital...
NC STEM Center e-Update: Best of STEM in North Carolina for 2025
Twice a month the NC STEM Center provides an e-update on what’s happening in STEM, and their latest edition is now available.
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Driving Diversity: How Teacher Prep Can Accelerate Progress
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Recruiting Teachers in Areas of Critical Need
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Paid Clinical Service for Novice Teachers
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