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Durham, Johnston Schools Ask State To Remove Them From Takeover List

Lisa Philip

School officials in Johnston and Durham counties say they want to retain local control over their underperforming schools. That鈥檚 after four elementary鈥�
Education

NC Senate Passes Charter School Takeover Bill

Editor's note: This story has been updated with the most recent action from the state Legislature. Lawmakers in the state Senate have passed a bill that鈥�
Education

Lawmaker Stands Behind Plan For Charter School Takeover, Despite Lackluster Results

Jess Clark

Lawmakers are drafting a bill that would allow charter schools to take over five of the state鈥檚 lowest-performing elementary schools. The bill鈥檚 main鈥�
Education

Lawmakers Weigh Bill To Create Tennessee-Like Charter School District

Jess Clark

Lawmakers are considering a proposal that would allow charter school organizations and charter management companies to take over the state's lowest鈥�