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Following expansion of school choice, fewer families apply for vouchers this year
An update on vouchers including county level data by income tier, new applications, and a change in leadership at NCSEAA In 2023, the N.C.…

Dr. Monique Perry-Graves announced as new CEO of Road to Hire
Dr. Monique Perry-Graves will become the new chief executive officer of Road to Hire in May, according to a press release from the organization.…

Connect Church: Inspiring church-school partnerships in Columbus County
Dr. Mark Hicks has three jobs. Half of his time is dedicated to Cross and Key Prison Ministries, where he has worked in different iterations for 24 years.…

Perspective | New Nash County initiative empowers students to develop journalism and media skills
Students at Rocky Mount Middle School (RMMS) are stepping up to the mic — literally. For the first time in school history, they are running their own newsroom, delivering the day’s headlines, and learning real-world media skills through the new RMMS Broadcast Team.…

NC STEM Center e-Update: Funding Gaps, Afterschool Appreciation and Microscope Building
Twice a month the NC STEM Center provides an e-update on what’s happening in STEM, and their latest edition is now available.…
The Editor’s Notes
A couple of important events will bring many of us together this week from the Rural Summit to NCASA’s conference on leadership. Can’t wait to see you all!
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Wealth and health: NC treasurer talks new pension strategy, weight-loss drug coverage and more
North Carolina State Treasurer Brad Briner spoke with WRAL News about plans to tackle the state health plan deficit and a new investment philosophy for the state pension.... Read the rest
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