Record #:

5531

Author(s):

Sharpe, Bill

Abstract:

Statistics from a Department of Public Instruction survey of North Carolina Local Education Agencies indicate that the state is a leader in innovative educational methods.

Source:

North Carolina Education (NoCar L 11 N86x), Vol. Issue , Annual Issue 1994, pp11-19

Subject(s):

Educational innovations; Educational change; Progressive education

Record #:

27764

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

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.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 29 Issue 4, January 2012, p10-11 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Charter schools; Educational change

Record #:

4829

Author(s):

Scharer, Joanne; Williams, S.D.

Abstract:

Since 1983, public schools in North Carolina have experienced ten major reform efforts. These include the 1985 Basic Education Program, the Year-Round School Movement in 1989, the 1996 Charter School Legislation, and the 1996 ABC Plan. Critics say the state tries too many new programs and does not allow any of them enough time for proper evaluation. Williams and Scharer discuss each of the ten programs in detail.

Source:

North Carolina Insight (NoCar JK 4101 N3x), Vol. 19 Issue 1/2, Oct 2000, p58-65, 68-107, il, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Public schools; Educational change

Record #:

3013

Author(s):

Robinson, Jay

Abstract:

The State Board of Education's New ABC Plan for Public Education returns major responsibilities for public education to local school boards. The school systems will pilot the program during the 1996-1997 school year.

Source:

Voice (NoCar LB 2831.624 N8 V6x), Vol. 8 Issue 1, Spring 1996, p14-15, por

Subject(s):

Public schools; Educational change; North Carolina. State Board of Education

Record #:

27489

Author(s):

Haagen, Lucy

Abstract:

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.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 8 Issue 34, August 22-28 1990, p9-11 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Education--North Carolina; Educational change