NC Schools of Thought
by Public School Forum
Co-hosted by Public School Forum of NC Local Ambassador Ike Smith and Sr. Communications Manager Chanté Russell, NC Schools of Thought invites guests to shed light on various aspects of our state’s public education system. From students and educators, to policymakers and advocates, we're sharing what community members have to say about the issues affecting local public schools across our state.
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I Voted Like...
In this episode, we're continuing our 2026 election series by exploring North Carolinians reasons for voting. Priorities vary community by community and voter by voter, but one thing is true for all: we want to have a say in future of the state we call home.
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Education Funding in Action
In this episode, we're continuing our 2026 election series with a conversation featuring Southeast Raleigh High School teacher Dr. John Hensley and two of his students on what's possible when schools have the resources they need. With the help of an education grant, Dr. Hensley was able to...
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Tax Amendments and Your Community
Co-hosted by Forum Local Ambassador Ike Smith and Sr. Communications Manager Chanté Russell, NC Schools of Thought invites guests to shed light on various aspects of our state’s public education system. In this episode, we're continuing our 2026 election series with a conversation featuring Dani...
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“Our Community, Our Kids, Our Schools” Panel
This episode of NC Schools of Thought is the first in a series focused on NC’s 2026 election, featuring a live recording of a panel discussion held in September at NC Central University as part of an event titled “Our Community, Our Kids, Our Schools.” This event was hosted by a coalition of…
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About this show
Co-hosted by Public School Forum of NC Local Ambassador Ike Smith and Sr. Communications Manager Chanté Russell, NC Schools of Thought invites guests to shed light on various aspects of our state’s public education system. From students and educators, to policymakers and advocates, we're sharing what community members have to say about the issues affecting local public schools across our state.
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