Education Matters

On this episode, we’re joined by the 2025-26 Burroughs Wellcome Fund North Carolina Teachers of the Year. These outstanding educators have been recognized for their dedication to students and contributions to their school communities, and during the episode we hear about their inspiration, experiences and hopes for the future. Guests: Rachel Candaso, NC Teacher of the Year, Wellcome Middle School (Pitt County Schools) Hannah Moon, Southeast Teacher of the Year, Emsley A. Laney High School (New Hanover County Schools) Tamika Farmer, North Central Teacher of the Year, G.W. Carver Elementary School (Edgecombe County Schools) Dr. Anthony Martin, Sandhills Teacher of the Year, East Columbus Junior/Senior High School (Columbus County Schools) Chanel Jones, Piedmont-Triad Teacher of the Year, Broadview Middle School (Alamance-Burlington School System) Tayler Bomar, Northwest Teacher of the Year, Greenlee Primary School (Mitchell County Schools) Lydia Sale, Western Teacher of the Year, West Elementary School (Swain