It's the last day of Banned Books Week 2026, but we need to fight for the right to read all year long. Fight censorship! Stand up for readers, writers, and libraries! Learn more: https://bannedbooksweek.org/ #nced #ncpublicschools

The biggest winners will be wealthy corporations if the property tax amendment passes. In Durham County, Wolfspeed, Eli Lilly, and Merk will gain the most. Don't fall for the trick - vote AGAINST all three constitutional amendments! #nced #ncpublicschools

Report voucher fraud, waste, or abuse to the State Auditor's Tipline. Protect public funds. Call toll-free: 1-800-730-8477 Email: Tipline@ncauditor.gov Website LINK: https://www.auditor.nc.gov/tipline #nced #ncpublicschools

Are you ready? Early voting starts next week! Find out more here: https://ow.ly/5bi750ZWi2G #nced #ncpublicschools #lwv_North_Carolina

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! Honoring leaders like Julián Castro, who champions universal pre-K and equitable education for all. Strong public schools mean a stronger future for every child. #HispanicHeritageMonth #publicschools #publiceducation

Follow the money! Who benefits if the const amendments on taxes pass? In Cumberland Goodyear is the big winner. Statewide, it's Duke Energy. A 1¢ reduction in property taxes statewide would save Duke Energy $3.2 million. The typical homeowner would save $33.30. Vote AGAINST! #nced #ncpublicschools

It's Banned Books Week 2026. Knowledge is POWER! Don't let knowledge be censored. Let's fight for the right to read. Learn more: https://ow.ly/XRYJ50ZV7uy #nced #ncpublicschools

Researchers/Experts Agree that Vouchers Are A BAD Idea! Continue watching for more information #nced #ncpublicschools #ncpubliceducation

Help protect NC’s public schools! Join our postcard campaign to fight harmful amendments that threaten school funding. Download, print, and send a postcard, let’s make our voices heard! POSTCARD LINK: publicschoolsfirstnc.org/engage/advocacy-tool/postcards/

Charging $70K for international students to work in the US is one more way the administration is limiting enrollments. https://www.wral.com/news/ap/0919d-trump-administration-proposes-a-70-000-fee-for-international-students-to-work-in-the-us/ #nced #ncpublicschools

Trump administration proposes a $70,000 fee for international students to work in the US

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Department of Homeland Security on Wednesday proposed a $70,000 fee for international students seeking to work in the United States, the latest effort from the Trump administration to crack down on foreign enrollment.

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It's simple - PUBLIC dollars belong in PUBLIC schools. Taxpayers should not be subsidizing private schools that discriminate against students or their families. Private school should be funded with private money. Read our report: https://ow.ly/yjFw50ZVRbA #nced #ncpublicschools

North Carolina, our public schools, teachers, and communities are at risk. Protect what matters: VOTE AGAINST the amendments on Nov. 3! #nced #ncpublicschools #ncpubliceducation #ncvote

Lowering the state income tax cap means less funding for our classrooms. Teachers need more resources, not less. Protect public education, VOTE NO! #nced #ncpublicschools #ncpubliceducation #ncvote

Join us on TONIGHT at 7:30–8:30pm, as we break down the constitutional amendments on the ballot & discuss how they could impact our state. Hear from expert speakers. REGISTER NOW! REGISTRATION LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_28aTDyVjToWoXC_XFN7Q6Q#/registration

Our research found too many private school policies that explicitly discriminate against groups of students. These policies clearly stated that certain people were not admitted. We all know that there is much more left unstated! Read the full report: https://ow.ly/hbAh50ZVoRm #nced #ncpublicschools

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! Justice Sonia Sotomayor inspires students nationwide, championing education, writing children’s books, and showing young people what’s possible. Her story reminds us: representation matters in our public schools! #nced #ncpublicschools #ncpubliceducation

It's Banned Books Week 2026 - a time to celebrate books and commit to fight for the freedom to read. Learn more: https://bannedbooksweek.org/ #nced #ncpublicschools

Join us on October 7, 7:30–8:30pm, as we break down the constitutional amendments on the ballot & discuss how they could impact our state. Hear from expert speakers. REGISTER NOW! REGISTRATION LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_28aTDyVjToWoXC_XFN7Q6Q#/registration

We will keep an eye on this story as it unfolds! Public dollars should have public scrutiny and transparency. Scrutiny of voucher-accepting private schools should also be a high priority! https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/coastal/news/2026/10/05/fbi-cms-investigation #nced #ncpublicschools

FBI confirms investigation into Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

State agencies are scrutinizing the finances of the school system that recently fired its superintendent.

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Public schools in NC just got another boost! The new $7.5 million grant will help support programs that strengthen student mental health and well-being. https://www.dpi.nc.gov/news/press-releases/2026/10/05/ncdpi-awarded-75-million-expand-project-aware #nced #ncpublicschools

Our new report looked at admissions policies of all 703 private schools that received taxpayer-funded tuition vouchers in 2025-26. Eighty percent showed evidence of discrimination in their public policies. Wonder what they don't make public? Check out the report here: https://ow.ly/uBsm50ZUqP5

During Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the families behind Méndez v. Westminster, who fought to end segregating Hispanic schoolchildren in 1947. Their courage helped pave the way for equal education for all. #HispanicHeritageMonth #nced #publicschoools #publiceducation

Make sure you're registered to vote! Online voter registration makes it easy. If you have a DMV-issued driver's license or ID, you can register online or update your voter information. #nced #ncpublicschools

An income tax cap is a bad deal for NC’s public schools. Less funding means bigger class sizes, fewer resources, and cuts to vital services. Our kids deserve better. Protect their future and VOTE NO on the income tax cap amendment! #nced #ncpublicschools #ncpubliceducation #VOTENO

Happy World Teachers Day - October 5! It's a day dedicated to lifting up the tremendous contributions of educators to our communities across the world. Let's turn this into a yearlong celebration! #nced #ncpublicschools

Join us on October 7, 7:30–8:30pm, as we break down the constitutional amendments on the ballot & discuss how they could impact our state. Hear from expert speakers. REGISTER NOW! REGISTRATION LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_28aTDyVjToWoXC_XFN7Q6Q#/registration

We've seen the devastation caused by vouchers. Let's stop it in NC! "The lesson from Florida and other universal voucher states is clear: When public funds flow to unaccountable private interests, children and taxpayers both lose." https://ow.ly/a9b050ZUqsX #nced #ncpublicschools

A warning to blue-state governors from the Florida voucher wreckage

Before you accept a single federal voucher dollar, look at what’s happened in my state.

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! Jaime Escalante showed us the power of great teachers and strong public schools. His legacy inspires us to keep fighting for every student’s success. #HispanicHeritageMonth #nced #publicschools #publiceducation