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Ref to the Com on Appropriations, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House2026-05-05

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Plain Language Summary

This bill appropriates $1 million in recurring state funding annually to expand the North Carolina New Teacher Support Program, which provides coaching and mentoring to beginning teachers in public schools. The expanded funding aims to increase embedded instructional support within local school districts and connect it more closely with teacher preparation programs.

Arguments in Favor

• •Supporters argue that new teachers often leave the profession due to lack of on-the-job support, creating costly turnover and disrupting student learning.
• •They contend this investment in coaching and mentoring systems will help retain quality teachers, particularly in rural and high-need areas where turnover is highest, while improving classroom instruction through evidence-based practices.

Arguments Against

• •Opponents may question whether $1 million is sufficient given the stated need to serve more of the beginning teacher population, or whether these funds could be better used for direct salary increases to attract and retain teachers.
• •Some may also raise concerns about whether adding another state program is the most efficient approach compared to giving districts more flexible funding to address teacher support needs locally.