Seventeen North Carolina public school districts and charter schools will receive more than $1.2 million in grant funding during the 2026-2027 school year to support innovative digital teaching and learning initiatives across the state. The State Board of Education (SBE) approved the funding through North Carolina’s competitive Digital Learning Initiative Grant Program.
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NC College Connect is changing the trajectory of North Carolina public school students' lives. Beginning today, every North Carolina public school senior on track to graduate with a diploma will receive direct admission to one or more of the more than 90 North Carolina colleges and universities participating in NC College Connect.
The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) has been awarded nearly $4 million from the U.S. Department of Education to expand Skills for the Future, a statewide initiative that helps students demonstrate durable skills like critical thinking, collaboration and communication through real classroom work.
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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.
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.