NCAE planning May 1 march for school funding, reversal of legislative decisions

April 1, 2026 - 21:13

A coalition of education supporters is mobilizing for a major demonstration at the State Capitol on May 1st. Organized by the North Carolina Association of Educators (NCAE), the march will demand significant increases in public school funding and a reversal of recent legislative decisions perceived as harmful to public education.

This planned action continues a series of public demonstrations where participants have consistently called on state lawmakers to prioritize financial investment in North Carolina's K-12 schools. Organizers argue that current funding levels are inadequate, impacting teacher salaries, classroom resources, and student support services.

The march underscores growing frustration among teachers, parents, and community members who believe the state legislature has not fulfilled its constitutional obligation to provide a sound, basic education for all children. The NCAE and its allies are expected to highlight specific budgetary and policy grievances, aiming to place school funding at the forefront of the state's political agenda as the legislative session continues.