These teachers often live in poverty. A pay raise could help — but there's a cost
A new Biden administration effort to raise Head Start teacher wages could force the federally funded preschool program to serve fewer children.
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Biden wants Head Start teachers to get a raise. But it's unclear who will pay for it
A new Biden administration rule meant to raise the wages of teachers in the federal Head Start preschool program could force local programs to scale back if Congress doesn't agree to increase funding.
School counselors are using creative ways to help kids cope with the trauma of floods
Students in western North Carolina have been dealing with a lot of trauma since the devastating flooding following Hurricane Helene. Teachers are trying to help them cope.
Candidates running for state and local offices weigh in on private school vouchers
The majority of the candidates, predominantly consisting of Democrats, said they were against private school vouchers. The only candidate at the forum who disagreed was Michele Morrow, the Republican homeschooler running for State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Student mental health is a top priority for western NC educators after Helene
It’s been nearly three weeks since tropical storm Helene hit western North Carolina, flooding homes, washing away roads and upending the rural mountain towns in its path. But throughout this period of upheaval, educators have been working with kids to restore a sense of normalcy — if only for a few hours in the day.
Displaced App State students face challenges returning to class
Appalachian State University resumed classes today after being closed for a little less than three weeks due to Helene. But for students who lost their homes and belongings in the storm, returning to school isn’t easy.
Students return to North Carolina schools after Helene closures
Kids are slowly returning to schools in western North Carolina, after being off following the devastation from the remnants of Hurricane Helene, but they may not be in their old school building.
A nominee for North Carolina's schools chief has a track record of conspiracy theories
The Republican candidate for superintendent of schools in North Carolina calls schools "indoctrination centers" and has a shot at a victory.
Road closures delay reopening for Watauga County Schools after Helene
Watauga County public schools remain closed for a third week following the devastation of Helene in western North Carolina. Officials say damaged infrastructure is one of the biggest barriers to resuming classes.
Educators are working to bring Indigenous perspectives into classrooms
Indigenous People's Day is becoming a more widely recognized holiday around the country. Two educators share how they approach teaching people about the significance of the day.