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Wake school board moves forward with policy allowing excused absences for religious instruction
The updated policy would allow students to sign out of school for one hour per week for religious instruction and have it count as an excused absence. Previously, such absences might have been counted as unexcused.
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East Garner Middle School's New Backpack Policy Sparks Confusion
The principal of East Garner Middle School, Sharon Fennell, addressed parental concerns regarding the school's newly implemented backpack policy, which mandates that students leave their backpacks at home.
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What’s changing on school menus as Wake, Durham students return
Wake and Durham students will see changes to school meals this year, including new menu precautions, expanded access to free meals and higher prices for some Wake County families.
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Where are the teachers? New data shows full-time teacher shortages in the Triangle
Several districts around the Triangle said they are struggling to fill vacancies just two weeks before the start of the traditional school calendar.
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Durant Road Elementary School repairs more than halfway done
Durant Road Elementary is set to reopen following structural issues that necessitated repairs, which caused students to temporarily attend Abbotts Creek Elementary for the start of the school year.
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Durant Road Elementary School teachers, students start year in different building
Year-round students at Durant Road Elementary School in Raleigh will start their school year in a different building.
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Elementary school in Knightdale battles AC issues in blazing heat
Some parents with students at Lockhart Elementary School in Knightdale reported classroom temperatures as high as 82 degrees.
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Wake County mom fights for ramp at daughter's 8th grade graduation
The mother of a Moore Square Magnet Middle School student said the school told her students would cross the floor, not the stage, during an eighth-grade graduation ceremony on Friday, after she asked for accommodations for her daughter's mobility needs.
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2026 Wake County graduation guide: Everything to know about high school commencement ceremonies
What you need to know about Wake County High School graduations
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Wake County names Apex Friendship Middle School teacher as teacher of the year
On Wednesday, Superintendent Robert Taylor announced Matin Maani as the winner. Maani is in his fourth year of teaching at Apex Friendship Middle School, teaching seventh-grade social studies.
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Sweating the system: HVAC failures plague 15 Wake County schools before end-of-grade testing
HVAC failures across 15 Wake County schools, including Joyner Elementary, have left students enduring sweltering classrooms and prompted some frustrated parents to send their children to school with box fans.
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Wake County student says clear AI policies needed after being accused of cheating
Green Hope High School freshman Eleanor Canina said she was falsely accused of using generative AI to complete an English assignment. Now, she is spearheading a Change.org petition.
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Teacher rally: NC educators focus on funding, pay issues as thousands march in Raleigh
Teachers, education administrators and advocates for public schooling came out in the thousands in downtown Raleigh on Friday for one of several rallies across the country. It comes as several school districts in the area are facing budget cuts, staffing shortages and dwindling resources.
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Fuquay-Varina leaders weigh no parking zones in neighborhoods near Willow Spring High School
The decision comes as residents in the North Lakes community say they've grown increasingly frustrated with students from Willow Springs High School parking in their neighborhood. Fuquay-Varina leaders are now weighing whether to implement no-parking zones in the area.
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Open to the public: Wake County Board of Education to host budget input session on Wednesday
The public on Wednesday is invited to Wakefield Middle School to share their thoughts on the district's budget after proposed cuts.
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Wake County school employee charged with assaulting special needs student
Authorities have charged Jyl Crockett with assault on an individual with a disability. The alleged incident happened on March 13 at Carnage Middle School, according to Wake County Sheriff’s Office and court documents.
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Wake school board pushes back against proposed $18 million special education cuts
During a special meeting to discuss the 2026-2027 budget, board members said they had received thousands of emails from the public concerned about Taylor's proposal.
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Wake County school board to hold special budget meeting
The Wake County Board of Education will hold a special meeting on Tuesday to discuss the 2026-2027 budget. The meeting comes a week after teachers held protests over proposed cuts to special education funding.
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State of schools: Security, student safety to be addressed at Wake County district update
Parents can learn more about plans and priorities for Wake County's public schools at a State of the Schools address on Friday.
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Wake County teachers protest special education cuts
Wake County special education teachers and staff received an email on Tuesday notifying them that the district is planning to cut its special education programs by $18 million.
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Wake County outlines measles response plan for schools
Health leaders in Wake County detailed their preparation and response plan if a measles case were to find its way into Wake County Schools.
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Wake school leaders agree to move money to pay for higher diesel costs
The district says it believes it has enough fuel to last through the end of April, but it needs more fuel for May and for a good portion of June — and at a price closer to what it has budgeted for.
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School-based mental health program expands to more Wake County schools
The Wake County Public School System is expanding its school-based mental health program, connecting students with licensed therapists on campus. Families and educators say the program is helping hundreds of students regulate their emotions, access care faster and exceed in the classroom.
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Released on $100K bond: Millbrook High School student charged for carrying gun on school property
Malcolm McIntyre was released on a $100,000 bond Thursday after appearing in court to face felony and misdemeanor charges. Police said he brought a loaded gun onto the Millbrook High School campus.
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New social media threat toward Millbrook Magnet High School comes day after student's arrest
A new threat circulating on social media and through text messages is prompting an increased security presence Thursday at Millbrook Magnet High School.
