1/5/2024
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Perspective | Looking back and looking ahead across key priorities, dedication of educators sets the standard for excellence
As we begin the new year, it is time to reflect on the year’s accomplishments and what is to come. Throughout this past year, the key priorities of the N.C. Department of Public Instruction (DPI) have centered on reading, readiness...
A look back at the top 10 ‘Friday with Ferrel’ columns
Since the launch of EdNC in 2015, Ferrel Guillory’s column, “Friday with Ferrel,” has provided North Carolina with weekly context and commentary for what is happening in education. In 2024, Ferrel will still be writing for EdNC, but he will...
The Editor’s Notes
Here is your playlist for the weekend from Jeff McDaris, who says, “Breathe. Reflect. Dedicate. It’s going to be a long and interesting year.”
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