This June 19th, or Juneteenth, marks the 153rd year of celebrations commemorating the abolition of slavery in the United States and is considered a state or ceremonial holiday in 45 states (including North Carolina). This got us wondering: Did you ever learn about Juneteenth?
The School Connectivity Initiative launched in 2006 with a goal of having broadband internet in every class. Lt. Governor Dan Forest and FCC Chair Ajit Pai spoke about how North Carolina is the first in the nation to achieve the goal. Teachers, tell us about the internet access and connectivity in your school and classroom:
Why do students miss school in your community? How does that impact students and schools?
Several school districts will close next Wednesday as thousands of teachers plan to protest at the General Assembly for higher teacher pay, more per-pupil funding, student and community health, school safety, and infrastructure needs.
In 2018, EdNC accepted nominations for Teacher Appreciation Week. This year, we are looking for creative submissions from students that describe an amazing teacher they've had. For more information, visit ednc.org/appreciation
Why do students miss school in your community? How does that impact students and schools? Take this survey and join EducationNC for a conversation about chronic absenteeism in Edgecombe County.
The Department of Public Instruction is distributing a total of $4.8 million from funds allocated by the state in 2016 as part of its Read to Achieve initiative for “literacy support” in early grades. Superintendent of Public Instruction Mark Johnson, in his time as superintendent, has emphasized the importance of reading proficiency and early literacy education.
EducationNC is teaming up with the myFutureNC Commission, and we want to hear from you! The commission is a new, statewide group focused on improving educational attainment and economic opportunities for all North Carolinians.
EducationNC is teaming up with the myFutureNC Commission, and we want to hear from you! The commission is a new, statewide group focused on improving educational attainment and economic opportunities for all North Carolinians.