AI, Aging Schools, and Teacher Concerns | Wilmington News

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 1m

New Hanover County Schools kicked off the new academic year with a town hall where parents, teachers, and district leaders voiced urgent concerns—from aging school buildings and asbestos safety to the growing role of AI in education. Parents want kids ready for a tech-driven future without losing critical thinking, while some advocate for returning to physical books. Educators raised alarms over teacher pay, bus availability, and chronic absenteeism. In response to screen time debates, the district will launch a study tracking student device usage throughout the year. This was just the first…