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"An action plan for children is North Carolina's first priority."--Bill Friday
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All children need access to affordable, high-quality early care and education to prepare them for success in school and life.
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Action for Children supports efforts to improve high school graduation rates by reducing suspensions and expulsions and ensuring that all students have access to a sound basic education.
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In spite of evidence that dedicating state resources to education improves child well-being and future success, the state has cut investments in K-12 education, early childhood, and higher education.
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Action for Children works to ensure that school environments are healthy and safe by advocating for a statewide ban on hitting children in our public schools.
Education
To have the best opportunity for life success, all children need affordable, high quality early education; safe, well-funded, and diverse public schools; and the opportunity to access the resources and supports needed to graduate high school and move on to higher education or a career.
Current Areas of Work
