RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) has announced the creation of the North Carolina Superintendent’s Parent Advisory Council, a new statewide initiative aimed at increasing family engagement in public education and supporting the implementation of North Carolina’s Strategic Plan for schools.
The advisory council will bring together parent leaders from across the state to provide feedback and insight on education issues affecting students and families. The council will represent all eight State Board of Education regions and serve in an advisory role to help ensure that family voices are included in discussions about the future of public education in North Carolina.
State Superintendent Maurice “Mo” Green said the initiative is designed to foster stronger partnerships between schools and families.
“As we continue to implement our Strategic Plan, it is critical that we engage families not just as stakeholders, but as informed partners,” Green said. “This Council will help us build a strong group of leaders who understand our system and can provide meaningful input to improve outcomes for students.”
For the purposes of the initiative, the term “parent” includes all primary caregivers, including guardians and family members who play a significant role in a child’s education.
Applications for the Parent Advisory Council opened June 4 and will remain available through Sept. 15, 2026. Parents and caregivers interested in serving may apply through the NCDPI website.
The department is also encouraging district superintendents, charter school leaders and laboratory school administrators to help identify and support qualified candidates. Applicants will have the opportunity to indicate whether they were encouraged or nominated by their local public school unit.
From the applicant pool, Superintendent Green will appoint between 16 and 24 members, ensuring representation from each of the state’s eight educational regions.
Selected members will participate in a virtual orientation led by state education leaders. Training topics will include school governance and funding, state and local education systems, accountability measures, and priorities outlined in North Carolina’s Strategic Plan.
The council is scheduled to begin meeting quarterly in November 2026. Most meetings will be conducted virtually, and members will serve two-year terms.
NCDPI officials say the council will provide structured input on key education initiatives and help guide ongoing efforts to improve student outcomes across North Carolina.
Additional information about the Superintendent’s Parent Advisory Council, including application details, is available through the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
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