Editor’s Note: This post has been updated from its original version to include a correction. Although it’s been widely reported that the state supports public money going towards charter schools, that is not in part of the legislative agenda and is just part of the Wake County Commissioners’ agenda. Wake County School Board members this … Continue reading
The Wake County School Board has filled one empty seat — just in time for another opening. The seven remaining members of the Wake County Board of Education voted Tuesday to place Tom Benton into Chris Malone’s vacant District 1 seat. Malone left the board when he was elected to the North Carolina House of … Continue reading
After discussion about whether to start posting unarmed security guards at public elementary schools, the Wake County Board of Education members decided Tuesday to delay the vote for another meeting. This week, the Wake County Public Schools Department of Security publicly announced its recommendation for security guards in elementary schools. Parents and community members immediately … Continue reading
Wake County voters could see a new bond on the ballot this fall as the Wake County school system continues to grow. The schools bond would be used for building new schools and improving existing buildings. But first, County Commissioners and Board of Education members must find out exactly how much growth is projected. And … Continue reading