Last year the average pay for a principal in North Carolina ranked 50th nationally. The General Assembly responded with new investments and a new plan for how principals are paid. That plan has drawn a lot of criticism because, if unchanged, it will result in big pay cuts for experienced principals and perhaps a disincentive for talented principals to help turn around struggling schools. This week we’re joined by two former Principals of the Year and a district superintendent to discuss.

Guests:

• Dr. Stephen Gainey, Superintendent, Randolph County Schools

• Dr. Carrie Tulbert, Principal, Concord Middle School, Cabarrus County

• Melody Chalmers, Principal, E.E. Smith High School, Cumberland County