Update on the 2026-27 budget process

The Wake County Board of Education on Tuesday received an early preview of the Superintendent’s proposed operating budget for the 2026-27 school year. School district leaders are working to build a balanced budget during a time of significant financial uncertainty. State funding decisions have not yet been finalized, and rising costs across the district are affecting school operations. Learn more.

Special Education staffing update for 2026-27

As part of the development of the Superintendent’s Proposed Budget for the 2026-27 school year, the district must reduce Special Education expenditures by approximately $18 million. To help address this gap, adjustments will be made to Special Education staffing ratios for next school year. All ratios will remain within or below state-recommended guidelines. While these changes are expected to reduce the number of Special Education teaching positions across the district, our goal is to continue providing required services and supports to students. Learn more.

Join us Friday: Family and Community Engagement Summit and State of the Schools Address

We’re two days away from the 2026 Family and Community Engagement Summit featuring the State of the Schools Address. If you haven’t registered, you still have time! This is an opportunity to reflect on the progress of our district, share our priorities for the future, and highlight the work we’re doing to support student success. Make plans to attend and be part of this important moment for our school communities. See event details and register.

Attend free STEM and Resource Fair for high school students with disabilities on April 18

High school students with disabilities – as well as their families and friends – are invited to the Reach for the Stars! Be a Star! STEM and Resource Fair on April 18 from 9 a.m. to noon at the McKimmon Center in Raleigh. The free event is hosted by the Catalyst program at NC State University. You can drop in any time. No registration is required. Attendees can meet professors, graduate students, and STEM professionals showcasing STEM content and educational and career pathways, and also connect with local resource providers. Learn more.

Mark your calendar

• March 18 – Share feedback on Dual Language Immersion programs
• March 20-21 – Family and Community Engagement Summit and State of the Schools Address
• March 21, April 25, May 21 – Wake Pre-K in-person application event
• March 31 – Wake County Public Libraries annual Bookmark Contest
• April 6 – Transition to Middle School (Spanish Language Workshop)
• April 14 – How to Support Your Child with School-Related Stress and Anxiety (Spanish Language Workshop)
• April 14 – How to Support Your Child with Exam-Related Stress and Anxiety (Spanish Language Workshop)
• April 14 – Getting Ready for College/University (virtual Spanish Language Workshop)
• April 17 – Future Teachers Program application deadline
• April 18 – Reach for the Stars! Be a Star! STEM and Resource Fair

Stories of the week

• Special Education teacher Molly Todd of Panther Creek High named 2026 N.C. Beginning Teacher of the Year, WCPSS
• State Superintendent Green visits environmental-focused magnet school, EdNC
• Green Magnet Elementary teacher Maria Truitt named WRAL Teacher of the Week, WRAL
• Davis Drive Elementary celebrates 30 years, WCPSS Facebook