Advocacy

House Bill 23 Digital Learning Competencies/School Employees received a favorable report in the Senate Education Committee today. The bill has already passed the House. House Bill 44 Transition to Digital Learning in Schools also received a favorable report in the Senate Education Committee today.  The bill has already passed the House.

News and Observer article on impact of local PTA petition.

Link to NC General Assembly Joint Health and Human Services Appropriations Subcommittee autism resources presentation

National PTA Responds to USDA Rule on Competitive Foods in School

North Carolina General Assembly fiscal research staff recently presented this overview of NC’s Publics School Budget.

North Carolina General Assembly members voted in support of  SB 14  Increase Access to Career/Technical Education.  The bill directs the State Board of Education to issue diplomas beginning in the 2014-15 school year to carry new seals endorsing graduates as career ready, college ready or both.  The bill is now on its way to the Governor for signature.

This morning, the North Carolina General Assembly staff presented a helpful education budget summary for legislators to review.  This summary highlights where education funding comes from and how it is spent.

The North Carolina General Assembly dates and times of committee meetings are posted online. View the current schedule.

Senate Bill 14 Increase Access to Career and Technical Education passed the Senate on Thursday and will now move to the House for consideration.  The bill directs schools to develop curriculums that focus more on career and technical education and would provide an endorsement with a high school diploma as “college ready,” “career ready,” or both.

Join us for a brief webinar on Feb. 22, 2013 at 1 PM EST. Register Now! Ashley Perkinson, North Carolina PTA lobbyist, will share news from the North Carolina General Assembly’s long session and also give tips on effective ways to advocate. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.