Education stories in Charlotte

ROWAN COUNTY — The Rowan Chamber of Commerce and the City of Salisbury partnered for the third year to offer the Small Business Assistance Grant Program, with recipients honored at the Small Business Trade Show on April 23 at the Livingstone College School of Hospitality Management and Culinar

ROWAN COUNTY — As school districts around the state modify their calendars to give teachers optional work days on May 1, permitting them to attend a demonstration in Raleigh scheduled for that day, Rowan County educators are calling on RSS to do the same. Erica Yost is the Rowan Salisbury Asso

[Link: https://i.redd.it/zau8lg8ja7xg1.jpeg] Does anyone know of any threats made to preschools or if there is something going on in Whitehall area? I just received this email from my daughter’s school. She is not in school today so I didn’t want to call while other parents who have kids there toda

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The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board of Education will hold an emergency meeting to discuss potential changes to the academic calendar due to over 1,800 teacher absences linked to a statewide rally in Raleigh. Educators are advocating for increased funding and accountability in public education.

Three alumni teachers at Ashbrook High School in Gastonia are set to witness their children graduate, embodying the school's motto, 'once a Greenwave, always a Greenwave.' This tradition highlights the enduring connection between the school and its former students.

Crystal Hill has been recognized as the 2027 Superintendent of the Year for the Charlotte metro area, reflecting her commitment to student success and community engagement. This award underscores her leadership in one of North Carolina's largest and most diverse school districts.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is holding an emergency meeting to discuss making May 1 an optional workday for teachers. This coincides with a planned march in Raleigh advocating for increased investment in public education.

Parents of children with special needs are fighting to keep Conover School open after a $500,000 budget shortfall threatens its future. The school, which provides essential services to students, is facing potential closure due to changes in state funding.

South Carolina lawmakers have approved a bill requiring students to use restrooms that correspond to their biological sex. Schools that fail to comply may face a loss of state funding.

The collision happened in the University City area Sunday, April 19.

Hello Neighbors - I am looking for any possible resources in the Charlotte area that may assist with copays, prescriptions or other medical needs, specifically for a type one diabetic. In December my employer informed is that our insurance would be changing in 2026, 5 days before the enrollment

CHINA GROVE — The Historic Neely School Foundation is announced an upcoming open house, taking place on Saturday, April 25, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its namesake’s campus. The community is invited to visit the historic 1-room school site to learn more about its legacy as well as bringi

Hi everyone! I graduated Magna Cum Laude last May from the College of Charleston with a BS in Hospitality & Tourism Management and a minor in marketing. I have a passion for large scale events like corporate events, conferences/conventions, sports/venue management (something Charleston doesn't h

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Curious if anybody is employed full-time as a structured literacy teacher or tutor in the state for dyslexic students? If so, do you work for a public or private school? Does DPI hire for positions such as this?

An audit has found that North Carolina community colleges misallocated $1.25 million intended for mental health support after Hurricane Helene. Funds were spent on items like stress balls and detox treatments instead of direct mental health services.

Kannapolis City Schools will close on May 1 as many teachers plan to attend a rally in Raleigh advocating for public education. The decision comes after a significant number of staff requested leave to participate in the event.

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Kannapolis City Schools will close on May 1 as teachers attend a rally in Raleigh advocating for increased education funding. The decision follows a high volume of staff leave requests, making it impossible to supervise students adequately.

Thousands of educators are set to rally in Raleigh on May 1, advocating for higher pay and increased funding for public education. The Kannapolis City Schools Board has declared the day an optional workday for teachers and a non-school day for students.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is considering a proposal to end its middle college programs and expand early college offerings. The plan aims to streamline magnet themes and address the high demand for early college seats, which currently has a significant waitlist.

The North Carolina Supreme Court's decision to void previous Leandro rulings has sparked a divisive debate on education funding. Former Chief Justice Burley Mitchell's analysis offers insights that resonate with both supporters and critics of the ruling.

North Carolina's public school teachers are facing declining wages and lack of support, prompting the North Carolina Association of Educators to call for a day off on May 1 in protest. With teachers' salaries dropping to 43rd in the nation and funding per student at 48th, educators are questioning their future in the profession.

Students were later cleared to return to the school.

SALISBURY — The Creative Currents series at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, hosted by the Department of Art and Design, is creating new opportunities for students, artists and community members to engage with the arts through a dynamic lineup of events. Since its launch in December 2025, Cre

The 42nd annual Civitan Scholars banquet was held at East Rowan High School on April 16. The top twelve academic students in grades 10-12 and their parents were honored by the Granite Quarry Civitan Club. Guest speaker was Stephen McKee, president of the N.C. Society of the Sons of the American Rev

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Students at Shive Elementary School in Rockwell, N.C. were evacuated due to reports of smoke on Wednesday morning. Firefighters responded to the scene, and further details regarding any damage and class impact are pending.

House Democrats in North Carolina are advocating for increased public education funding following a recent Supreme Court ruling on the Leandro case. Rep. Julie von Haefen is leading efforts to secure funding for the Comprehensive Remedial Plan, emphasizing the need for legislative action.