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Board of Education's Proposed 2026-27 Budget
Board of Education's Proposed 2026-27 Budget

On May 5, the Board of Education approved its Proposed Budget for the 2026-27 school year. It includes a proposed increase of $25.3 million in local funding, as well as strategic spending reductions to balance the budget. The budget proposal has been sent to the Wake County Board of Commissioners for consideration. A final budget is expected to be approved on June 1.

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Wake County Board of Education's Legislative Agenda

Our Board of Education's 2026 short session agenda focuses on making sure public schools have the resources needed to provide every child with a high-quality education. It also includes specific policy updates that can be addressed during the NC General Assembly’s short session. This work builds on last year’s broader priorities and keeps attention on key issues such as fair funding, support for educators, and giving schools the flexibility to meet local needs.

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See Something, Say Something

Students and staff in grades 6-12 can report safety concerns confidentially using the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System. This national program, used by over 5,000 schools, is provided by Sandy Hook Promise, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing school violence.

Excellence and Equity

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144 schools met or exceeded growth goals

74% of our schools met or exceeded expected growth in 2024-25 as measured by the N.C. Department of Public Instruction.

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Top magnet programs in the nation

51 magnet schools win National Merit Awards, 18 named Top Schools of Excellence

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27 Purple Star award winners

These schools received the prestigious statewide recognition for supporting students and families connected to our nation's military.

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43% of educators with advanced degrees

Teachers with advanced degrees refine their instructional strategies and provide specialized support in areas such as special education and literacy.

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$143 million in scholarships awarded

The Class of 2025 earned many prestigious honors to help them attend colleges, universities, and training programs.

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90.7% high school graduation rate

This percentage of students graduating in four years in 2025 to be higher than 2022 and 2023 rates, while the five-year rate of 93.1% is the highest in district history.

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 #1 in NC for National Board Certified teachers

More than 300 district employees earned or renewed National Board Certification in 2025.

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33,700+ CTE credentials earned

Students in CTE classes earned this record high number of industry-recognized credentials in 2024-25. 

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You'll have the power to brighten each child's morning with a friendly hello and a smooth ride to school. $1,200 sign-on bonus and up to $3,000 in attendance bonuses annually.