Hannah Vinueza McClellan

writer, reader, learner / director of news & content @EducationNC covering ed, policy, faith / MDiv @DukeDivinity / @unchussman @ChathamNR alum

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ICYMI, ✨The 101’s✨ first text went out last Friday! If you’d like a concise, weekly K-12 text update from me,,, be sure to sign up here:

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More North Carolina school districts going ‘rogue’ to defy the calendar law. See which ones. A record 33 districts plan to start next school year before Aug. 24 without state permission. There's no enforcement mechanism in calendar law. https://t.co/nBQjfK9Psm #ncpol #nced

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The sewing program is part of the Universidad Popular, where English and computer classes are also offered. All courses are free, in Spanish, and geared toward the local Latino community. https://t.co/VK0PiE6LKc

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In his final address to the State Board as N.C. Community College System President, Jeff Cox reflected on the system’s unique governance structure and the collaboration it requires. https://t.co/xIaA8BvhI8

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"I think we are kidding ourselves if we think we can take politics out of education,” said Rep. Hugh Blackwell, the sponsor of a bill that would amend the N.C. constitution to require State Board of Education members be elected, rather than appointed by the governor. https://t.co/Dl50ppJbVk

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The announcement comes ahead of the June 30 retirement of current system President Jeff Cox, who announced his retirement on Aug. 1, 2025. While the State Board originally planned to name a new president by April 2026, that timeline shifted back throughout the search process. https://t.co/HGI0tLgvjy

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Onslow County is home to one of the best child care systems in the country — the military model — and a worsening off-base child care crisis. Here's how local leaders are drawing inspiration from the solution in their backyard. https://t.co/Auc4mouoJd

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North Carolina to restore Canvas access to public schools after global data breach. Here’s when. DPI will resume normal Canvas service at 4 pm today. It will be up to individual school districts and charter schools whether to enable Canvas access. https://t.co/KA5vUejAia #nced

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The State Health Plan is launching the Teacher Ambassadors Program to strengthen communication with educators across N.C.

Treasurer Briner announced the initiative at Clayton High School during #TeacherAppreciationWeek. 🍎

Learn more👉 https://t.co/l5I89L7yOA

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“By the time we came back, we had to basically start over.” Learn how this @BuncombeSchools elementary school rebuilt its literacy instruction after Hurricane Helene. https://t.co/5KGPqbqCr9

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North Carolina legislators are considering limits to property taxes. What effect would that have on public schools amid other federal and state funding pressures? https://t.co/eJOS0FJcki

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It’s personal news time: My nearly 33-year run at The Associated Press has come to an end. Like dozens of colleagues in the company, I accepted a buyout. My last day was Thursday. (1/6)

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Sam Page walked along Halifax Mall asking teachers for their support. Page defeated Senate leader Phil Berger in the GOP Primary. Page told educators, including NCAE president-elect Christina Cole, that teacher pay needs to be raised to highest in the Southeast. #ncpol #nced

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“If we wanna change outcomes for all scholars, then we must do something differently for our teachers and our scholars.” @DurhamPublicSch Superintendent Anthony Lewis tells the @DukeU TeachHouse audience that it’s not a program.

It’s a mindset shift.
Reporting for @EducationNC

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Orange High School's Jason Johnson is the 2026 National High School Principal of the Year, recognized for his "lead with love" philosophy. https://t.co/rKY7DTbX0z

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We’re ONE day away from the 2026 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Teacher of the Year announcement! Watch live Friday on the NCDPI YouTube Channel (https://t.co/Tu7xvsydwe). Pre-show at 12 p.m., ceremony at 12:30 p.m. Tune in and cheer on NC’s incredible educators!

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Ortiz hopes her experience will motivate other students who are interested in opportunities like this. She says these opportunities feel out of reach, but believes you have to go for it. “Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there,” she said. @ReportingLabs https://t.co/lCOVC0WsIO

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"If we're going to continue to build on our long-term economic success, we must start by investing in our public schools," Gov. Stein said. "Our children truly are our future. So investing in them must be our greatest priority." https://t.co/DFIx0nMlg6

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Joint statement about Governor Josh Stein's budget #nced #ncpol

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Under the proposal, K-12 teachers and instructional support would receive higher pay raises — 13% for beginning teachers and a 5.8% average raise for other educators. https://t.co/uo2OrgNIta

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NC Gov. Josh Stein, Sen. Phil Berger & Speaker Destin Hall announced a new Blue Ribbon Commission on Public Education. It will examine teacher training & student advancement, administrative operations, educational leadership & accountability. https://t.co/k5cFqSkZMX #ncpol #nced