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As Trump moves to close the federal department of education, is North Carolina prepared to assume more responsibility?
On March 20, 2025 — two months after he took office — President Donald Trump signed a presidential action, also called an executive order, titled “Improving Education Outcomes by Empowering Parents, States, and Communities.”…
Community colleges exhibit workforce development programs at the General Assembly
The North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) celebrated Community College Day on Wednesday by inviting colleges across the state to meet with their legislators and exhibit the programming they offer outside of the General Assembly in Raleigh.…
North Carolina FAFSA completion reaches 38%, and nominations for financial aid champions open
As of March 7, 2025, more than 41,000 high school seniors in North Carolina have completed the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), representing a 38.6% completion rate for the state.…
‘Solly’s Law’ to restrict youth vaping introduced in NC legislature
At a press conference on Wednesday, lawmakers and advocates unveiled a bill to restrict youth vaping in North Carolina. The bill would raise the minimum age to buy tobacco in North Carolina from 18 to 21.…
The Editor’s Notes
The New York Times says President Trump’s order to close the federal department of education and the anticipated legislation in Congress required to do so “sets the stage for a seismic political and legal battle over the federal government’s role in the nation’s schools.” Buckle up.
The rumors are swirling again about Leandro. Against the backdrop of power being returned to states on education as per Trump’s order yesterday, if in fact the decision is handed down today, it may have even more import. We will see. Stay tuned.
Here is your playlist for the weekend courtesy of Jeff McDaris.
Need to know
Facts in the Flood: Education First’s analysis of federal education policy under the Trump Administration
A new series with analyses and resources about federal education policy under Trump. The goal is to help education organizations: philanthropies, nonprofits, state and local education agencies develop strategies.... Read the rest
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Education in Governors’ 2025 State of the State Addresses
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Who’s New on Congressional Education Committees
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Who’s Who in the U.S. Education Department
