Public School Forum of North Carolina Approves New Board Members and Advisory Board Members

RALEIGH, NC (August 21, 2026) – At its June 2026 meeting, the Board of Directors of the Public School Forum of North Carolina approved several new Directors and At-Large Advisors for terms that officially began July 1, 2026. 

“I’m honored to have begun my tenure with the Public School Forum of North Carolina alongside the outstanding leaders joining our Board of Directors and Advisory Board,” remarked Public School Forum Executive Director Dr. Anthony Jackson. “Our board members bring a remarkable depth of experience, expertise and commitment to strengthening North Carolina’s public schools. I look forward to partnering both with our new members and returning board members to continue advancing research-backed policies and practices that create the conditions necessary for students, schools and our state to thrive.”

This year’s new Board Members and Advisors, who will serve four-year terms, include leaders in sectors ranging from education to legal and business who have demonstrated a dedication to North Carolina public schools.

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About the Public School Forum of North Carolina 

Since our founding in 1985 as a nonpartisan “think and do tank,” the Public School Forum of North Carolina has been a champion of better schools and one of the most trusted sources in the state for research and analysis on vital education issues. In order to provide meaningful action on our state’s most important public education issues, we bring together leaders from business, education and government to study education issues, develop ideas, and ultimately inform and shape education policy. We do this through research, policy work, innovative programs, advocacy, and continuing education for educators and policymakers. Follow us on social media at @theNCForum and visit our website at http://www.ncforum.org/