New from EdNC
DPI maps out science of reading plan and returns to Amplify’s mCLASS tool to assess readers
Educators in 38 North Carolina school districts will begin training in research-based reading instruction next month as the Department of Public Instruction begins implementing a new reading law enacted in April.…
What impact does federal COVID-19 relief have on state education leaders’ budget priorities?
Representatives of the State Board of Education and state Department of Public Instruction (DPI) presented to lawmakers Wednesday a version of their budget priorities that include changes due to the availability of federal COVID-19 relief funds.…
Social studies standards are done, but that doesn’t mean the debate is
There was strong disagreement between State Board of Education members over the adoption of new social studies standards back in January and February.…
LISTEN | ‘Chance isn’t good enough’ featuring Donnell Cannon and Jenny O’Meara
It’s not normal for a podcast producer to step in as the host. Then again, it’s not normal for students to interview their principals.…
Perspective | North Carolina: Awash in money and uncertainty
North Carolina has entered a remarkable — and remarkably fraught — period of decision-making. State government is awash in an extraordinary flow of money, and yet awash in budgetary uncertainty as well.…
Perspective | I’m an early educator. We need the American Families Plan.
I always knew I wanted to work with children, but it wasn’t until I started working with at-risk teenagers in Randolph County that I knew the value of early childhood education.…
The Editor’s Notes
Happy Friday, y’all. Huge shout out to Superintendent Jeff McDaris for building this playlist for #nced. Bookmark it for the summer.
Need to know
NEW REPORT | School Vouchers in North Carolina 2014-2020
The NC voucher program is well designed to promote parental choice, especially for parents who prefer religious education for their children. It is poorly designed, however, to promote better academic outcomes for children... Read the rest
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Vaccinated Staff at ‘Exceedingly Low’ Risk of Getting COVID-19 From Unvaccinated Students
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NC approves new contract to test reading skills. It’s returning to a familiar face.
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NC delays vote on new social studies documents. Here’s why state wants more time.
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Supporting students' emotional needs in the return to school
