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Johnston County Public Schools wrap grieving students in love and support
Behind the Story In January, EdNC reported that evidence suggests at least 3,600 children in North Carolina have experienced the death of a caregiver due to COVID-19.…

Perspective | The next normal: What should schools prioritize in this next phase of the pandemic?
After more than two years of pandemic schooling, many of us are unsure what to call this next phase as restrictions are relaxed and protocols shift. Calling…

Wilkes Community College’s MerleFest 2022 brings Emmylou Harris, Josh Turner
After four days of “music, moments, and memories,” MerleFest 2022 has come to a close. This year marked the 34th annual music festival hosted by Wilkes Community College (WCC) in Wilkesboro.…
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Is recess a right or a privilege?
In Florida, kids in a second grade class were told to walk laps during recess after no one confessed to taking money from a classmate. ... Read the rest
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DeSantis accused textbooks of ‘indoctrination.’ Here’s what he meant.
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Why a 'diverse' school district erupted in chaos when chosen for a diversity plan
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What Do Schools Owe Students With Disabilities? Feds Plan to Update Regulations
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How popular merit college scholarships have perpetuated racial inequities
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Monday numbers: A closer look at pre-K access in North Carolina and around the country