Traditional-calendar students across central North Carolina return to the classroom Monday, and school districts are rolling out several changes and initiatives for the 2026-27 school year.
Here’s what families in Wake, Durham, Cumberland and Orange counties should know before the first day of school.
New Statewide Cell Phone Rules
Last year, a statewide law was passed requiring North Carolina school districts to adopt policies, restricting student cellphone use during instructional time.
Exceptions are allowed for emergencies, health plans, educational accommodations and other approved circumstances…