Rural resistance: County leaders question private school vouchers

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By Amy Cockerham Public Ed Works TRENTON (April 25, 2025) – Leaders of rural North Carolina counties without any private schools are voicing concerns about the state’s school voucher program. “Opportunity Scholarships” were created in 2014 and expanded last year to no longer have an income limit on who can apply. The scholarships use taxpayer… READ MORE

James Goodnight: Godfather of AI and data analytics

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CARY (April 25, 2025) – James Goodnight, from Salisbury, is a major pioneer in the fields of artificial intelligence and data analysis. He is a co-founder and current CEO of global data and AI leader SAS, and a creator of one of the world’s most renowned employee-friendly workplaces. “The Uncommon Story: Notable North Carolinians” is… READ MORE

NC business leaders: ‘This state shouldn’t be 49th in anything’

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By Amy Cockerham Public Ed Works RALEIGH (April 16, 2025) – North Carolina business leaders gathered for a webinar hosted by Public Ed Works Wednesday to discuss the vital connection between education and business. Each panelist shared how education has contributed to the success of their business and how they want to support learning in… READ MORE

Paltry

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RALEIGH (April 17, 2025) – At a time when North Carolina is hemorrhaging teachers – when 1 in 10 teachers quit last year1 – the budget proposed by the state Senate offers them paltry raises. More than 10,000 North Carolina teachers left the classroom in 2023.2 And the state is hiring more and more uncertified teachers.3… READ MORE

Paul Fulton receives Lux Libertas Philanthropy Award

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By University Development CHAPEL HILL (April 4, 2025) – On April 3, Paul Fulton ’57 became the second recipient of the Lux Libertas Philanthropy Award, UNC-Chapel Hill’s highest honor in recognition of exceptional service in private philanthropy. The Lux Libertas Philanthropy Award recognizes those who commit themselves to supporting Carolina through service and philanthropy. Recipients… READ MORE

Fraley: Don’t forget teachers

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RALEIGH (April 9, 2025) – Amid a UNC Board of Governors committee’s discussion Wednesday about program productivity and return on investment, board member John Fraley offered some down-to-earth common sense: Increase teacher pay. Businesses and people come to North Carolina for its educated workforce, he said. And despite all the consultants’ studies and metrics, “If… READ MORE

WEBINAR: Business Leaders Discuss The Value of NC Public Schools

Click HERE to join us on April 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM EST for a webinar discussing the ties between NC public schools and the business community. In December of 2024 Public Ed Works’ Chairman, Paul Fulton asked; “Do we see the connection between business and public schools?” He concluded his remarks by inviting business… READ MORE