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DRIVE Coalition releases action items and resources for NC’s educator workforce

by Derick Lee | August 25, 2025

On Aug. 20, the Dudley Flood Center for Educational Equity and Opportunity (Flood Center) issued a press release that included resources pertaining to “building and sustaining a diverse, well-supported educator workforce.” Developing a Representative and Inclusive Vision for Education Coalition...

The impact of free school meals for all students in one rural NC county

by Analisa Sorrells Archer | August 25, 2025

As students return to school in Jackson County, they will all receive school breakfast and school lunch at no cost. Now in its second consecutive year of operation, these no-cost meals are funded by the Jackson County Board of Commissioners,...

Perspective | Still believing in education after 24 years

by Ken Robol | August 25, 2025

School’s back in session, and I’ve found myself reflecting more than usual. After 24 years in education, I’ve seen a lot — moments that made me proud, moments that tested my patience, and moments that reminded me why I chose...

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The Editor’s Notes

Two highlights from the DRIVE article today: a new dashboard and this brief on teacher pay inequity.

The legislature convenes today at noon. The veto override of the DEI bills is on the calendar in the House.

Need to know

• The Typical College Student Is Not Who You Think

  The New York Times | August 25, 2025

• A Nutrition Label for Credentials

  Work Shift | July 30, 2025

• 2026–27 FAFSA Preview Presentation

  U.S. Department of Education | August 14, 2025

• New NC law makes students turn off phones, but school boards must decide how to enforce it

  WUNC | August 25, 2025

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