North Carolina lawmakers have introduced two new bills aimed at improving the state's education system, focusing on teacher retention and school safety. The first bill seeks to address the growing teacher shortage by offering incentives such as loan forgiveness and increased pay for educators in high-needs schools. Meanwhile, the second bill prioritizes school safety by mandating regular active shooter drills and increasing funding for school resource officers. As the state grapples with rising concerns over teacher turnover and student safety, these bills aim to provide much-needed support to North Carolina's education system.
NC lawmakers target education with 2 new bills on teachers and school safety WCNC
