From the statehouse to the schoolhouse, decisions about tax policy matter for funding public ed. Don't let lawmakers shortchange our present & future by cutting taxes for wealthy individuals and corporations! Find out more! https://ncbudget.org/fund-our-future/
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It’s Volunteer Appreciation Week!

From April 19–25, we celebrate the incredible volunteers who make a difference in our public schools every day. When community members give their time and talents, they help shape brighter futures for all students and strengthen our communities.

Public school closures on the rise in NC amid enrollment declines Public schools across North Carolina are seeing enrollment declines, resulting in reductions in state funding. As districts prepare their budgets under these financial constraints, many are making difficult decisions to close schools.

Many factors contribute to declining school enrollments, but poor state investments loom large. Districts are having to close schools due to funding shortages. #nced #ncpublicschools
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Every child deserves the chance to learn, grow, and thrive in a strong public school. When we invest in public education, we invest in brighter futures for all of North Carolina. Let’s celebrate the power of learning together and the difference public schools make in every community!

It's time to hold lawmakers responsible for funding public schools and getting NC off the bottom of national rankings. The NC Supreme Court has sidestepped it's responsibility to North Carolinians to uphold the state constitution. #nced #ncpublicschools #ncpol

TAKE ACTION: Ways to advocate for public schools

Every student deserves to be celebrated for who they are and what they bring to our schools. Public schools are where every child’s strength, dreams, and unique voices are valued and uplifted. Let’s keep working together to ensure ALL students feel seen, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Leandro Ruling: What Happened and What's Next?. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Please join us for the informative session about the Leandro ruling and what is next for NC children and educators in our public schools. Our panel of experienced panelists include: Former Court of Appeals and constitutional law professor Chris Brook, Attorney Robyn Sanders who clerked at the NC Supreme Court and is an experienced civil rights attorney, Constitutional Law Historian & Founder Let History Speak Initiative Ann McColl, and Graig Meyer, former educator and NC legislator now serving as Executive Director for the NC Justice Center. Join us and these incredibly talented North...

Join us for a deep dive into the Leandro decision. What happened and what's next! Register here: https://ow.ly/fKiQ50YK5gR
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Southern Education Foundation Responds to North Carolina Supreme Court Decision on Leandro Case Southern Education Foundation Responds to North Carolina Supreme Court Decision on Leandro Case April 15, 2026 The Southern Education Foundation (SEF) is deeply disappointed by the North Carolina Supreme Court’s recent decision related to the long-running Leandro school funding case. The landmark ruling, stemming from a case filed in 1994, found that the state was […]

We agree: "The Southern Education Foundation (SEF) is deeply disappointed by the North Carolina Supreme Court’s recent decision related to the long-running Leandro school funding case."
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Every child deserves a place to thrive, grow, and discover their potential. Public schools are where opportunity begins, for everyone. Let’s champion strong, inclusive public education for all North Carolinians!

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Did you know? North Carolina ranks 39th in the nation for beginning teacher pay for 2023-24. Our educators deserve better, and so do our students. It’s time to demand real investment in our teachers and the future of North Carolina! Let’s raise our voices for fair pay and strong public schools.

The NC Supreme Court's Leandro decision is going to make a terrible problem even worse. The fix now has to come from our state lawmakers. Contact them and urge them to better fund our public schools! #nced #ncpublicschools #ncga #ncpol

Speaker Hall: North Carolina can "easily" lead South in teacher pay North Carolina House Speaker Destin Hall, a Republican, emphasized to the Charlotte business community Thursday that he is eager to raise starting teacher pay to $50,000, or "number one in the South," as the General Assembly works past a budget impasse this short session.

This is good news. Rep. Hall (House leader) said last week that NC could easily lead the South in teacher pay. I hope that means some very large pay increases! #nced #ncpublicschools
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NC Supreme Court ruling ‘devastating’ for local schools | Sampson Independent Local public school superintendents are trying to determine just how last week’s state Supreme Court ruling striking down a case that helped fund poorer school systems, like those in Sampson…

YES! “At some point, the state really needs to make public schools a priority, because every child, no matter where they live, is entitled to a quality education.”
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It's up to our state lawmakers now. No excuses! Fully fund our public schools! #nced #ncpublicschools #Leandro #supportpublicschools

Top NC House Republican says teacher pay top priority as lawmakers return to Raleigh • NC Newsline A top House Republican lawmaker said teacher pay will be a top priority as lawmakers head into the short session.

High quality public education should have 100% bipartisan support. It is great to see teacher pay as a priority for people on both sides of the aisle! #nced #ncpublicschools
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After a 770-day wait, NC Supreme Court overturns Leandro decision After 770 days of waiting for the North Carolina Supreme Court to rule on the latest chapter in the 32-year-old Leandro school funding case — an unusually long time, according to legal experts — the court finally issued an opinion.

The Leandro case was dismissed, but Robb Leandro (original plaintiff) still has hope. “the fight continues...to ensure that our kids get a great education."
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The NC Supreme Court dropped the ball, so all eyes are now on the NC General Assembly to step up and do the right thing for our children and our state's future. Contact your House and Senate members and urge them to fully fund our public schools! #nced #ncpublicschools

Join us TOMORROW (4/8) at the Legislative Building in downtown Raleigh to show your support for public schools! We will meet at the front of the building from 11-1. Speakers will start at 11:15. Come show our lawmakers that public schools deserve more! #nced #ncpublicschools

When we're 50th in the nation for education funding and funding effort, it's obvious the state is not doing enough. It is so short-sighted to deprive public schools of adequate funding. VOTE! The future depends on it. #nced #ncpublicschools

With limited power, NC Democratic leader offers deal to break GOP budget stalemate Senate minority leader Sydney Batch says she can deliver the support of 20 Senate Democrats for a House budget proposal — if she can find enough Senate Republicans to help break a standoff over the state budget.

Is there hope for a budget? Can the Republican stalemate be broken? For the sake of our state, let's hope we get a budget that supports our public schools, healthcare, and more! #nced #ncpublicschools
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It's obvious that funding public education is required by our state constitution! #nced #ncpublicschools

'Hopefully hundreds of new Leandros.' Namesake of historic education lawsuit talks what's next Robb Leandro was a Hoke County ninth grader in 1994 when his parents sued North Carolina over education resources. In an interview with WRAL News, he reflected on his education and what the case meant to his family and shared what he thinks should happen next.

Robb Leandro: "This case is not a political statement. This is really about a universal belief that I think is held by all of our policymakers, that we're failing our children." #nced #ncpublicschools
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It's astonishing that the NC Supreme Court dismissed the Leandro case on grounds that weren't even presented by the defendants! What can we do? VOTE! #nced #ncpublicschools

TRUTH from Justice Anita Earls on today's NC Supreme Court decision to dismiss all Leandro rulings since 2017. #nced #ncpublicschools

The NC Supreme Court dismissed Leandro, refusing to enforce the State Constitution. It's now up to lawmakers to do their JOB and FUND PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Sign our petition to urge lawmakers to DO THEIR JOBS!! #nced #ncpublicschools
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The REAL Leandro ruling just came out and nullifies all rulings since 2017 BASED ON A TECHNICALITY - NO JOKE! The Court has failed to protect our CONSTITUTIONAL rights. We need to hold them and lawmakers accountable! VOTE #nced #ncpublicschools
https://appellate.nccourts.org/opinions/?c=1&pdf=45764

Check our our new fact sheet on NC TEACHER PAY. English and Spanish versions available!
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NC public school student and NC State grad Christina Koch will make history again tonight as she heads to the moon with the Artemis II mission. She is already the record-holder as the woman spending the most time in space. Way to Go! #nced #ncpublicschools
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A look at the more than 230,000 applications for Texas' school voucher program Families have until March 31 to apply. Roughly 100,000 students will be picked on a lottery system.

In Texas about 75% of voucher apps this yr are from students already in private school. That's a huge new expense for the state. In NC the % is higher! #nced #ncpublicschools
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