Education Matters Ep 274: 2026 Short Session Policy Updates

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This North Carolina General Assembly Short Session has been a unique one from the outset, as our legislators did not pass a state budget last year. So, what has been accomplished since this session began in April and what’s still in the works? Today we'll discuss the ongoing NC 2026 Legislative Short Session and potential major policy changes that could impact how schools are funded, how NC Board of Education members are selected, and more.Guests:Dr. Kim Dechant, Chief of Staff, Asheville City SchoolsSara Howell, Associate Director of Policy Programs, Public School Forum of NCJennifer Rifkin, Sr. Policy Coordinator, Public School Forum of NC

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This North Carolina General Assembly Short Session has been a unique one from the outset, as our legislators did not pass a state budget last year. So, what has been accomplished since this session began in April and what’s still in the works? Today we'll discuss the ongoing NC 2026 Legislative Short Session and potential major policy changes that could impact how schools are funded, how NC Board of Education members are selected, and more. Guests: Dr. Kim Dechant, Chief of Staff, Asheville...

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