Robeson County Schools Are Off State’s Low-Performing List For First Time In Years
The public school district improved its state test scores and graduation rate. Other districts in the Border Belt also saw improvements.
Make Or Break
Ninth graders in N.C. are held back more often than students in other parts of the country. How can schools ensure they’re ready to move on?
New School Teaches Robeson County Students Job Skills
The Robeson Career and Technical Education Center opened Monday in Pembroke, marking the county’s first new school in more than 40 years.
Data Point: What Are the Top-Ranked High Schools in the Border Belt?
U.S. News & World Report released its 2026-2027 rankings of public schools across the nation.
Data Point: Robeson County Schools Search for New Superintendent
Here’s a look at the district by the numbers as the search begins to replace Freddie Williamson, who announced his retirement in June.
Funding Model for Students With Disabilities Leaves Some N.C. Schools Scrambling
Public school leaders and advocates say the state should revamp the way it pays for exceptional children’s programs.
In Some Parts of N.C., Majority-Black Public Schools Are First on the Chopping Block
Studies have found districts tend to close schools that serve minority students first. The closure of a Bladen County school highlights the impact.
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UNC Pembroke Wants To Train More STEM Teachers
A new program will offer free tuition to students who pledge to teach math and science in the Sandhills.
Bladen County School Closure Puts Summer Camp at Risk
Men and Women United for Youth and Families hosts a 10-week program at East Arcadia School, which will close in June.
Data Point: How Many Border Belt Students Get Private School Vouchers?
More students in Bladen, Columbus, Robeson, and Scotland counties received taxpayer-funded Opportunity Scholarships this year.
Border Belt Schools Say They Need More Local Money to Fill Budget Gaps
Meanwhile, county leaders say they are also struggling to keep up with rising costs for services.
A Family’s Fight for Education Spans Generations
Long before the Leandro case began in 1994, Angus Thompson’s ancestors advocated for equality in Robeson County public schools.
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