New online tool tracks progress on the state's five-year strategic plan, as thousands of families, educators and community members sign up to help build the best public schools in the nation.
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North Carolina public high school students reported improved outcomes in health and safety related behaviors according to the 2025 North Carolina High School Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS), presented to the State Board of Education today.
School nutrition professionals from across North Carolina have the opportunity to participate in regional NC K-12 Culinary Institute workshops this summer.
NCDPI recognized for high-quality educator professional learning and college and career readiness
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the 2026-2027 federal income eligibility guidelines for free and reduced-price meals for children enrolled in North Carolina’s schools. The federally-assisted School Nutrition Programs help ensure all students have access to wholesome, nutritious, appealing meals at school.
A joint announcement from the North Carolina Community College System and the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction today announced the launch of the North Carolina Superintendent’s Parent Advisory Council, a new statewide initiative designed to strengthen meaningful family engagement in public education and support implementation of the state’s Strategic Plan.
More than 850,000 North Carolina students rely on the nutritious meals and snacks served during the school year through the School Breakfast, School Lunch and Afterschool Snack Programs.
Dr. Mariah Walker, principal of Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy (WYWLA), is the 2026 Wells Fargo Principal of the Year.
Four Additional North Carolina Schools Selected to Expand $25 Million Golden LEAF Schools Initiative
Four additional North Carolina middle schools have been selected to join the Personalized, Competency-Based Education (PCBE) Cohort of the Golden LEAF Schools Initiative, expanding the number of schools in the five-year, $25 million initiative made possible by funding from the Golden LEAF Foundation.