8/7/2026
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State Board approves updated educator salary schedules following new budget
The new state budget, which became law on July 7, included 8% average teacher raises, effective on July 1, 2026, the first day of the new fiscal year. During the State Board of Education’s August meeting, members discussed the budget’s...
New line of credit partnership allows NC charter schools to access part of $52.9 million federal grant
The North Carolina Association for Public Charter Schools (NCAPCS) has entered into a new partnership with Building Hope, a national nonprofit, establishing a line of credit for North Carolina charter schools. The partnership will allow schools to access funding that...
Perspective | North Carolina can’t afford to lose its best teachers
We often measure an education budget by how many new teachers it attracts. Perhaps it is time to ask a different question: How many accomplished veteran teachers does it inspire to stay? Experienced teachers are one of the state’s most...
The Editor’s Notes
Great Schools North Carolina is preparing to launch its next School Quality Cohort grant application for established charter school leaders who care deeply about equity and quality and are seeking targeted support for school improvement. Here are the upcoming key dates and ways to learn more:
- Info session on Tuesday 8/18 at 4 pm – register here
- Grant application will open on Wednesday 8/19 and close Tuesday 9/8 – available on our website
- Office hours on Wed 8/26, Thurs 8/27, and Fri 8/28 from 10 am – 11am – sign up here
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Governor Stein Highlights State Budget’s Investment in SUN Bucks Program
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$7 Million in Financial Aid Funding Restored for Independent College Students Across NC
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Rural Teacher Leader Network Application for 2026-2028 Cohort - Apply by Aug. 24!
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Infographic: Supporting Students Who Support Families
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Teacher Sorting and Preferences over School Disadvantage: Evidence from Performance Pay in Texas
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Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs
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