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25004
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Several university programs are being instituted to address a growing need for specialists in costal studies. Both NC State University and UNC-Chapel Hill are adding programs to aid coastal needs.
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27489
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Educational reform is the subject of many in state legislature, but reform does not have to be left to politicians. Parents can get involved in their local schools and influence reform at the local level. Deanna Tebockhorst and the Bass family and their work in Triangle Area schools highlight the possibilities of parent led educational reform.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 8 Issue 34, August 22-28 1990,
p9-11
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27764
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Charter schools and their effectiveness are explored. The structure of charter schools and what they mean for North Carolina is debated by many as the number of schools increases. Critics dislike the lack of standards and that they take money from public schools, but opponents praise the choices they give parents and students. The makeup of students enrolled is also discussed and graphs presenting North Carolina’s school enrollment by race in Triangle area is included, as well as FAQs about charter schools.
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29302
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Educational reform in North Carolina has become a concern for corporations. Supplying schools with funds for cut budgets, serving on school committees, school boards, and foundations, running for office on a school reform platform, and participating in groups such as the Business Committee for Education are some of the ways North Carolina businesses are attempting to take action against low test scores, dropout rates, and a shortage of qualified applicants.
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29471
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A seven-month assessment of school reform recently released by the Public School Forum of North Carolina examines if major reform initiatives are overcoming barriers to improve schools in the state. Emphasis has been placed on revamping school administration, focusing on thinking and problem solving skills, and encouraging communities to come together.
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