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1/9/2026

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The legislators will be in Raleigh next week. The House Calendar for Monday, January 12, 2026, has been posted on the N.C. General Assembly’s website.

Here is your first playlist for the weekend in 2026, courtesy of Jeff McDaris.

Spread the word please about this opportunity for K-12 educators:

The White House History Teacher Institute is an in-person professional development experience for K-12 educators hosted in Washington, DC. Each summer, teachers from across the country are selected for this immersive program exploring the history, symbolism, and ongoing relevance of The White House. With this year being America’s 250th anniversary, the 2026 cohort will have added significance.

Applications opened January 5 and close February 17 at 9:00 a.m. EST. Approximately 30 educators are selected per session.

2026 Sessions

  • July 13-17, 2026
  • July 20-24, 2026

Program highlights

  • No application fee
  • Lodging and lunch provided
  • Travel stipend provided
  • 40 hours of professional learning

More information and the application can be found here: 2026 White House History Teacher Institute

A short video is available here: White House History Teacher Institute Video

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Mebane Rash

Mebane Rash is the CEO and editor-in-chief of EducationNC.

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