Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools are starting the year with 243 teacher vacancies—down by 55 from last year and less than half the number from two years ago. That’s about 1.3 open positions per school, and officials say it’s thanks to some creative new hiring strategies. While the shortage is still a challenge, this progress means more students will have licensed teachers in their classrooms. With teacher shortages hitting record highs across North Carolina, what do you think CMS is doing right—and what else could help keep great teachers in our schools? #Education #K12 #CharlotteSchools