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What is Boost? Fifteen N.C. community colleges to participate in new accelerated college to career program
The North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) announced on Wednesday the launch of NC Community Colleges Boost – a new program designed to increase completion rates and move students into high-wage, high-demand careers. …
As a new session begins, here’s everything you need to know about North Carolina government
Welcome to a comprehensive guide to the North Carolina state government. Below is everything you need to know if you want to understand (and participate in) the process of governance.…
DPI seeks sponsors to provide summer meals
The N.C. Department of Public Instruction (DPI) is looking for schools and community organizations to serve as sponsors for summer nutrition programs this year “to help ensure children who have limited access to food at home get the educational enrichment and nutritious meals they need for optimal growth, development, and overall well-being,” according to this press release.…
Perspective | A new era of driving: Building the electric vehicle infrastructure through community college education
On your daily commute, you probably see numerous electric vehicles (EVs) on the road, even if you don’t know it. Once novel and prohibitively expensive, EVs have become far more mainstream in recent years.…
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Some teachers report higher medical co-pays. NC's treasurer explains why.
“The state health plan is one of the remaining benefits that our educators here in North Carolina depend on,” Tamika Walker Kelly said. “That is why this one feels particularly pointed for our educators.”... Read the rest
