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Kimberly Jones: North Carolina lawmakers and the N.C. Supreme Court turn their backs on our future

by Kimberly Jones | May 2, 2026 | Education

The N.C. Supreme Court has shut the door on the Leandro lawsuit, ignoring its obligation to our Constitution. Our communities are the only ones left to stand up for our future. Photo by Elijah Mears on Unsplash By Kimberly Jones Beacon Media It was 22...
Kimberly Jones: Public education is a sacred obligation

Kimberly Jones: Public education is a sacred obligation

by Kimberly Jones | Jul 2, 2025 | Education, Kimberly Jones, Local Politics, North Carolina, North Carolina Community, North Carolina State Politics, Reclaiming Rural

In a column based on a speech given as the outgoing N.C. Teacher of the Year, educator Kimberly Jones reflects on the importance of public schools.

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