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Meet Wake County’s 2026 Principal of the Year. She makes sure students are heard. Roxann Sykes of Dillard Drive Elementary was named Wake's top principal. Xavier Wallace-McGrew of South Garner High won Wake Assistant Principal of the Year. www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e... #nced #wcpss

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Meet Wake County’s 2026 Principal of the Year. She makes sure students are heard

Roxann Sykes now has the distinction of having won both Wake County’s Principal of the Year and Assistant Principal of the Year awards.

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 4h

Roxann Sykes of Dillard Drive Elementary School has been named the Wake County school system’s 2026-27 Principal of the Year. Sykes was Wake’s 2018-19 Assistant Principal of the Year. #nced #wcpss

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 4h

Xavier Wallace-McGrew of South Garner High School has been named the Wake County school system’s 2026-27 Assistant Principal of the Year. #nced #wcpss

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 12h

Public, private, magnet? North Carolina Black parents weigh costs in pursuit of equitable education. Six Black parents share their experiences in the aftermath of Nikole Hannah-Jones essay on her school choice. (Via Kristen Johnson) www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e... #ncpol #nced

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Public, private, magnet? NC Black parents weigh costs in pursuit of equitable education

The News & Observer talked to six parents in the Triangle about where they decided to send their children to school, and why.

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 12h

Details on newly approved K-12 math standards for North Carolina public schools that will be used beginning in 2028. simbli.eboardsolutions.com/Meetings/Att... simbli.eboardsolutions.com/Meetings/Att... simbli.eboardsolutions.com/Meetings/Att... #nced

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 12h

North Carolina has changed math standards. Here’s what high school students will now take. New K-12 math standards eliminate Math 3 and create optional new courses in data science & statistical modeling. DPI calls standards more relevant to students. www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e... #nced

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NC has changed math standards. Here’s what high school students will now take

Math 3 will be eliminated under new high school math standards that are supposed to make the subject more relevant to students.

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 12h

Thomas More Society's 15-day deadline for Wake County to let families opt out of a transgender elementary school music teacher's class has now passed. Thomas More threatened to file a federal lawsuit if Wake doesn't respond to the demand letter. #ncpol #nced #wcpss

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 13h

Wake County school board seeks ways to discipline members — just before new faces arrive. Board wants to update its code of conduct & ethics policy to include a process for censuring members. Board says intent isn't to stifle dissent. www.newsobserver.com/news/politic... #ncpol #nced #wcpss

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Wake school board seeks ways to discipline members — just before new faces arrive

The school board wants to create a censure process in its code of ethics and conduct before new members take office in December.

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 13h

NC education leaders add new probe to growing state scrutiny of CMS finances. State Department of Public Instruction review comes as the State Auditor's Office and State Bureau of Investigation have launched investigations. (Via Nora O'Neill) www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/e... #ncpol #nced

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NC education leaders add new probe to growing state scrutiny of CMS finances

State Superintendent Mo Green and Board of Education Chair Eric Davis offered a joint statement Thursday about Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 15h

DPI is making statistical corrections that will raise North Carolina's 4-year high school graduation to 89%. It had been reported at 88.8% last month, up from 87.8% the prior year. It remains a record graduation rate for the state. #nced

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 15h

State Supt. Mo Green says DPI and State Board of Education are launching a review into allegations of financial irregularities in transactions in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. If they find violations, State Board will take actions to protect funds. #ncpol #nced

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Why Wake County plans to require principals to allow teacher unions on school campuses. NC law requires equal access for employee groups so all or none can come. School board will require access because some principals are not allowing any. www.newsobserver.com/news/politic... #ncpol #nced #wcpss

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Why Wake plans to require principals to allow teacher unions on school campuses

Wake is responding to a backlash from some principals denying school access to education employee associations to meet with teachers.

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

NC Highway Patrol signs ICE cooperation deal as agencies face Thursday deadline. GOP-backed state law required agencies to sign agreements to carry out immigration enforcement duties usually performed by federal agents. (Via @lucianaperezu.bsky.social) www.newsobserver.com/news/politic... #ncpol

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NC Highway Patrol signs ICE cooperation deal as agencies face Thursday deadline

The requirement stems from a Republican-backed bill that became law in June over Gov. Josh Stein’s veto.

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Former Chapel Hill High School teacher pleads guilty to sex with student, sent to prison. David Orion Bennett sentenced to 9 to 16 years in prison after pleading guilty to 6 felony charges that included indecent liberties. (Via @tammygrubb.bsky.social) www.newsobserver.com/news/local/c... #nced

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Former Chapel Hill teacher pleads guilty to sex with student, sent to prison

An attorney for David Bennett tried to call the victim’s mental health into question as the case was headed to a jury.

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Federal court will hear if Wake County schools wrongly suspended GOP candidate from job. Scott Lassiter accuses Wake of forcing him out as an assistant principal in 2024 for political reasons. The case was moved to federal court. www.newsobserver.com/news/politic... #ncpol #nced #wcpss

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Federal court will hear if Wake schools wrongly suspended GOP candidate from job

Scott Lassiter charges Wake suspended him as an assistant principal in 2024 to help his Democratic opponent running for NC Senate.

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

How a Charlotte-area nonprofit won $1M in state budget — without asking for it. It was requested by state Rep. Nasif Majeed, who had been a Democrat who voted with GOP until he lost in primary. He's a member of non-profit's board. (Via @dpkane.bsky.social) www.newsobserver.com/news/politic... #ncpol

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How a Charlotte-area nonprofit won $1M in state budget — without asking for it

An unaffiliated state lawmaker who helped Republicans override some of Gov. Josh Stein’s vetoes found success in securing money for the group in the state budget.

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

NC law doesn’t treat all families equally. Raleigh couple hopes to change that. Some parents such as same-sex couples have to legally adopt their kids to have full rights. It may not secure legal recognition in other states. (Via @solomonlexib.bsky.social) www.newsobserver.com/news/politic... #ncpol

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NC law doesn’t treat all families equally. Raleigh couple hopes to change that

As Hannah and Chelsea Shamy-Calder prepare to welcome their daughter, they’re also advocating for updates to North Carolina law. Here’s why.

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Man who attacked UNC students at watch party pleads guilty, released from jail. He received a 60-day suspended sentence and is barred from campus. He crashed a "Love Island" watch party organized by Black student groups. (Via @tammygrubb.bsky.social) www.newsobserver.com/news/local/c... #nced

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Man who attacked UNC students at watch party pleads guilty, released from jail

Keegan Wilson was looking for food and having a mental health crisis when he lashed out at Chapel Hill students, attorney says.

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

It's probably petty on my part. But including the word "learnings" in the headline or subject field of a press release is not the best way to get my attention.

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Bipartisan commission calls for higher teacher pay. Will NC leaders answer? Blue Ribbon Commission on Public Education calls on state to "establish and sustain a competitive teacher compensation system across the career continuum" by 2028. www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e... #ncpol #nced

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Bipartisan commission calls for higher teacher pay. Will NC leaders answer?

The Blue Ribbon Commission on Public Education calls on state to adopt a competitive teacher compensation system by 2028.

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madonna kilpatrick 💙🦄🖖🏻 @madonnaots.com · 28/09/2026

Great watch, everyone!🖖🏻 Thanks for sticking it out! Next week: (TNG s7.ep16 - Thine Own Self) #TNGSunNight #TOSSatNight #StarTrekTNG #StarTrek

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Thank you @madonnaots.com for hosting tonight’s look at life with the lower deckers. Back next week for Data’s Frankenstein moment. #TNGSunNight #LDSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

If you’ve never watched “Lower Decks,” please give the show a chance. #TNGSunNight #LDSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

This episode does a ridiculously good homage to “Wrath of Khan.” #TNGSunNight #LDSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Boimler is 1000x better than Sam Lavelle. #TNGSunNight. #LDSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

A statement said by many a Starfleet officer over the years. #TNGSunNight #LDSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Imagine if Kirk had a fluffy down maneuver as well? #TNGSunNight #LDSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

“Lower Decks” had really good space battle scenes. #TNGSunNight #LDSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

That about sums up Nick Locarno at any age. #TNGSunNight #LDSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

I can see why he’s not Tom Paris. Nick Locarno sure has aged in 13 years. #TNGSunNight #LDSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

They’ll definitely remember Nova Squadron. #TNGSunNight #LDSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Justice for Jean Hajar -- the forgotten member of Nova Squadron. #TNGSunNight #LDSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Where do you want us to start for Lower Decks? @madonnaots.com On the Paramount screen? Start of the morphing ships animation? CBS Studios screen? Or start of the title credits? #TNGSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Ben telling a mourning Worf that Sito considered him to be a friend mostly redeems his crummy behavior as a chaos maker this episode. #TNGSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Lavelle is probably right about Sito. It would have stunk for her to get back from such a dangerous mission and not be rewarded with a promotion. #TNGSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

I’d hope Picard makes similar announcements for dead crew -- even though we don’t see them. #TNGSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

If Worf were as good of a dad as he is as a supervisor …. #TNGSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Not a shocker that Worf prefers using physical tests to teach lessons to his subordinates. #TNGSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Sito needs to call on the Force here. #TNGSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Maybe Troi should remind Riker of the time he ingratiated himself to his captain by following an illegal order to protect the phase cloak on the Pegasus? #TNGSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

I know Picard is testing Sito by being so hard on her. But what would he have done if she hadn’t challenged him later? Abandon the mission to smuggle Jarot back? #TNGSunNight

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Keung Hui @keunghui.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Lavelle lacks Boimler’s charm when he tries to ingratiate himself with Riker. #TNGSunNight

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