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North Carolina Education Laws
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Most federal education laws focus on broad matters such as civil rights and free speech. But education is primarily controlled at the state level, including how public schools are funded; relations with teachers’ unions; and state university systems. North Carolina, for instance, school is mandatory for children ages seven to 16 (with certain exceptions). And unlike some other states, North Carolina law explicitly allows teachers and principals to use "reasonable force" as a means of punishment. This section covers education laws, including privacy of school records; compulsory education requirements; and prayer in public schools.
Learn About North Carolina Education Laws
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North Carolina Compulsory Education Laws
General overview of compulsory education laws in North Carolina, which require children ages seven to 16 to attend school, with exceptions for home-schooling or early graduation.
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North Carolina School Prayer Laws
North Carolina laws regarding prayer in public schools, which is allows for a brief period of one minute of silence; with links to information about related matters.
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North Carolina Corporal Punishment Laws
Overview of North Carolina law with respect to corporal punishment, or the use of spanking or other physical actions as punishment, with links to related legal matters.
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North Carolina School Record Privacy Laws
North Carolina statutes addressing the manner in which public school records may be handled, such as the determination of who has access to records and penalties for mishandling of records.
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