Green says NC schools will get guidance on new DEI law

By: Ahmed Jallow

Outlets: North Carolina Newsline

Published: July 9, 2026

Words: 426

Last Updated: 6 days, 14 hours ago


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North Carolina’s Department of Public Instruction plans to issue guidance to school districts on implementing a new state law banning diversity, equity and inclusion practices in educational settings, state Superintendent Maurice Green said Thursday.

Speaking during a State Board of Education meeting, Green said educators are likely to have questions about how to comply with Senate Bill 227, which became law last month after state lawmakers overrode Gov. Josh Stein’s veto.

“I …

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