Rebecca Noel
@rebeccanoel.bsky.social
Reporting on education for The Charlotte Observer
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Hundreds of Union County teachers call out sick amid delayed pay increases. About 700 teachers called out Wednesday amid demands the school board OK a $1,000 annual pay increase funded by Union County commissioners. (Via @rebeccanoel.bsky.social) www.newsobserver.com/news/local/a... #nced #ncpol
Hundreds of Union County teachers call out sick amid delayed pay increases
The UCPS Board has yet to approve an already funded $100 per month increases for teachers.
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October 22, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Hundreds of Union County teachers call out sick amid delayed pay increases. About 700 teachers called out Wednesday amid demands the school board OK a $1,000 annual pay increase funded by Union County commissioners. (Via @rebeccanoel.bsky.social) www.newsobserver.com/news/local/a... #nced #ncpol
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Queens University of Charlotte and Elon University announce plans to merge next year. Elon will operate Queens, which has faced enrollment challenges & budget cuts. (Via @rebeccanoel.bsky.social) www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e... #nced
Queens of Charlotte and Elon University announce plans to merge next year
The merger is expected to conclude by August 2026.
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September 16, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Queens University of Charlotte and Elon University announce plans to merge next year. Elon will operate Queens, which has faced enrollment challenges & budget cuts. (Via @rebeccanoel.bsky.social) www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e... #nced
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Can schools fire teachers for critical posts about Charlie Kirk? Lawyers said it’s not legal to fire public employees for most speech online. But also, they’re not as secure now in longstanding speech protections. (Via @rebeccanoel.bsky.social) www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e... #nced #ncpol
Can schools fire teachers for critical posts about Charlie Kirk?
Public employees have more speech protections than private employees, but there are some exceptions.
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September 23, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Can schools fire teachers for critical posts about Charlie Kirk? Lawyers said it’s not legal to fire public employees for most speech online. But also, they’re not as secure now in longstanding speech protections. (Via @rebeccanoel.bsky.social) www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e... #nced #ncpol
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NC teachers spend more than peers in 48 states on classroom supplies, study shows. North Carolina educators will spend an average of $1,632 out-of-pocket on school supplies this year. It’s a 22% increase over 2024. (Via @rebeccanoel.bsky.social) www.newsobserver.com/news/local/a... #nced #ncpol
NC teachers spend more than peers in 48 states on classroom supplies, study shows
While teachers around the country are paying more for school supplies, NC educators spend 60% more than the national average.
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August 29, 2025 at 1:03 PM
NC teachers spend more than peers in 48 states on classroom supplies, study shows. North Carolina educators will spend an average of $1,632 out-of-pocket on school supplies this year. It’s a 22% increase over 2024. (Via @rebeccanoel.bsky.social) www.newsobserver.com/news/local/a... #nced #ncpol
My latest:
Why Trump’s SNAP cuts could affect free North Carolina school lunches starting next year. SNAP could be cut by $186 billion by 2035. SNAP cuts may jeopardize free or reduced school meals for 850,000 NC children. (Via @rebeccanoel.bsky.social) www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e... #nced #ncpol
Why Trump’s SNAP cuts could affect free NC school lunches starting next year
Amended eligibility requirements could mean fewer students qualify for free and reduced school meals
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August 25, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Took a look at how universal school voucher eligibility has affected NC school diversity so far for my latest project. Read the full story below:
Are North Carolina schools more segregated? What data show after state lifted voucher cap. Research has shown that students leaving public schools for private schools contributes to school segregation. (Via @rebeccanoel.bsky.social) www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e... #nced #ncpol
Are NC schools more segregated? What data show after state lifted voucher cap
North Carolina voucher program expanded. Here’s how Charlotte public and private schools are navigating shifting landscape of education funding and diversity.
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August 25, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Took a look at how universal school voucher eligibility has affected NC school diversity so far for my latest project. Read the full story below:
Breaking: The US Dept of Education is expected to release $6.8 billion in withheld funds, NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson says.
That includes $12.5 million for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
The latest:
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That includes $12.5 million for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
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Trump admin expected to release full $165M in frozen funding for NC public schools
One of the biggest districts in North Carolina, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, had planned on making cuts elsewhere to ensure students weren’t affected.
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July 25, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Breaking: The US Dept of Education is expected to release $6.8 billion in withheld funds, NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson says.
That includes $12.5 million for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
The latest:
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That includes $12.5 million for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
The latest:
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My latest:
The federal government froze $12 million for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools as part of billions halted nationwide June 30.
Board members are asking the department to reverse its decision.
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Board members are asking the department to reverse its decision.
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$12 million frozen for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. They want it reversed
The CMS Board is calling on the Dept. of Ed to reverse the decision.
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July 10, 2025 at 7:25 PM
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The CMS board passed its 2025-26 budget last night in a split vote. Three board members said they want to ask the county for more money for teacher raises.
My latest for @charlotteobserver.com
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My latest for @charlotteobserver.com
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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools budget approved over teacher raise objections
As the district braces for federal cuts, school board members say the power to increase teacher salaries lies with the state.
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April 23, 2025 at 2:11 PM
The CMS board passed its 2025-26 budget last night in a split vote. Three board members said they want to ask the county for more money for teacher raises.
My latest for @charlotteobserver.com
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Valor Prep's board of directors voted Friday to close in June after Charter Schools USA decided to focus its resources elsewhere. Families learned of closure after it was mentioned Monday to Charter Schools Review Board. (Via @rebeccanoel.bsky.social) #nced www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/e...
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December 10, 2024 at 8:08 PM
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