The possible closing of the Governor’s School has supporters of the controversial school worried. See here and here ). Law makers considering ways to eliminate the state's ... Keep Reading
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Former Governor Jim Hunt Sidesteps Question of Merging Smart Start and More At Four Programs
Former Governor Jim Hunt was always a master at marshalling his forces when he needed help during a politcal campaign. He was also pretty good at dancing around tough questions. He ... Keep Reading
Governor Perdue says she won’t veto bill eliminating end of grade tests
Governor Perdue says she won't sign HB48 that would eliminate four end of grade tests in high schools. At the same time her office released a statement that she wouldn't veto it ... Keep Reading
A cap on the gas tax and eliminating gun permits among new legislative proposals
Among the new bills introduced in the legislature this week is a cap on the motor fuel tax (HB399). The flat tax rate on a gallon of gas is 17.5 cents. The variable wholesale rate ... Keep Reading
Cutting “high weeds” in the education budget
Should North Carolina taxpayers fund professional development programs for accountants , doctors, plumbers or electricians? I’m sure my question prompts a roll of the eyes and a ... Keep Reading
Dems and GOP offer new versions of Charter School bills
Republicans will have a committee substitute for SB8 ready for the House Education Committee hearing Tuesday at 10:00. It will be an attempt to address some of the concerns of ... Keep Reading
State lawmakers agree to get rid of “testmania”
The state Senate passed the bill that would drop some end of grade tests. Republican Senator Jerry Tillman said students in the state are caught up in "testmania." He said we are ... Keep Reading
Testing bill raises lots of questions
A bill (SB-114) to remove all state tests but those required by the federal government was passed by the Senate today and will now go to Gov. Perdue's desk for her ... Keep Reading
Governor Perdue releases budget (updated with GOP reaction)
Governor Perdue released her budget this morning. Here is a link to the summary handed out at press conference. Republicans are already rejecting it. Republican Senate President ... Keep Reading
Senate Education approves bill to remove charter school cap
Democrats and liberal groups pushed for an expanded requirement for diversity in charter schools. They again tried to force charter schools to provide transportation and free ... Keep Reading
