Public School Forum

Nonprofit, nonpartisan. We have one bias: We believe in the fundamental value of public education and the central role it plays in our society #NCED

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

The Top Education Issues report is now available 📣

The Top Issues represent the out policy agenda for the biennium. This year, we’re measuring progress on issues highlighted in 2025, including funding, educator pay, child well-being and accountability. https://t.co/DKrj7wW0QX

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has revealed some new details about the federal school choice tax credit that will offer people in participating states up to a $1,700 annual refund for donations made to qualifying “scholarship granting organizations.” https://t.co/BmEzwEElQ5

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

Earlier this month, the NC DPI announced Supt. Mo Green's Parent Advisory Council, meant to expand “meaningful family involvement in public education.” Applications are open until Sept. 15. Parents, caregivers, and guardians are encouraged to apply. https://t.co/u24CUsyr6b

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

School closures—commonly touted as a financially responsible strategy to right-size cash-strapped districts—often do not improve districts’ financial standing, according to a new study out of California. https://t.co/B5tkBUsnew

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

In case you missed it, this weekend on Education Matters we discussed the ongoing NCGA Short Session and potential changes to how NC local public schools are funded, how Board of Education members are selected and more.

Watch 📺 or listen 🎧 now: https://t.co/oCYocUaWHw

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

NC is still operating on a mix of continuing budget resolutions after being the only state in the country not to pass a state budget last year. Lawmakers have announced the beginnings of a budget deal. But the details are still being ironed out. https://t.co/auWI1W6cY3

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

There's still time to apply for EPFP 2026-27 📢

Apply by June 30 to deepen your knowledge of education policy at the state and federal levels, and join a statewide network of over 1,500 professionals working in education, policy, technology and other sectors.

[Carolina Hurricanes @Canes]

FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 20 YEARS, THE CAROLINA HURRICANES ARE STANLEY CUP CHAMPIONS

[Carolina Hurricanes @Canes]

THE #CANES WIN THE CUP 

THE #CANES WIN THE CUP 
THE #CANES WIN THE CUP 
THE #CANES WIN THE CUP 
THE #CANES WIN THE CUP 
THE #CANES WIN THE CUP

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

Constitutional amendments are supposed to be rare. They are supposed to matter. However, the NCGA increasingly uses constitutional amendments as ordinary legislation.

Read more from Candi Tucker, a NC civics teacher on what this means:

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

Faced with federal reimbursement rates that have not kept pace with increasing costs, compounded by state-mandated increases in wages, school nutrition leaders in NC are raising alarm bells and calling on the state for support. https://t.co/PuEudgYeOW

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

A message of gratitude and congratulations for the class of 2026 from Supt. Mo Green https://t.co/CbE1xAiD3N

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

NC is still operating on a mix of continuing budget resolutions after being the only state in the country not to pass a state budget last year. Lawmakers have announced the beginnings of a budget deal. But the details are still being ironed out. https://t.co/auWI1W6cY3

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

Not long ago, Republican state lawmakers were eyeing the middle of June for the rollout of North Carolina’s long-delayed budget. Tuesday, they said that may not be possible. https://t.co/hkn43tK17r

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

Constitutional amendments are supposed to be rare. They are supposed to matter. However, the NCGA increasingly uses constitutional amendments as ordinary legislation.

Read more from Candi Tucker, a NC civics teacher on what this means:

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

NC is still operating on a mix of continuing budget resolutions after being the only state in the country not to pass a state budget last year. Lawmakers have announced the beginnings of a budget deal. But the details are still being ironed out. https://t.co/auWI1W6cY3

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

A message of gratitude and congratulations for the class of 2026 from Supt. Mo Green https://t.co/CbE1xAiD3N

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

A bill enrolling North Carolina in a new federal school choice tax credit is now law after Senate Republicans voted to override Gov. Josh Stein’s veto on Wednesday. https://t.co/ZRiRL0W0bT

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

We're hiring! @NCresiliencectr is seeking a Senior Program Manager of Professional Learning.

Learn more: https://t.co/39XV4taXmT

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

More than 850,000 students across North Carolina rely on school meals and snacks during the school year. When summer break begins, SUN Programs work to fill the gap, providing access to food for children ages 18 and under. https://t.co/cIyL29kvLh

[Public School Forum @theNCForum]

Congratulations to the 2026 recipients of the Dr. Samuel Houston Jr. Leadership Award: Jessica Anderson, Dr. Bryan Denton, Lisa Gahagan, and Dr. Jayme McPhatter 👏 https://t.co/EsItB2LB92