Subscribe Donate

Community Resources

Research, Data, and Outcomes

EPiC intends to shed light on disparate outcomes and uncover the root cause of inequities so that we can have a just and equitable society for our children. Our research, captured conversations, and analysis is meant to shed light for the people to find the way.

Studies have shown that advanced education is positively associated with achievement test scores, academic attitudes, and self-perception. A number of studies have found that race/ethnicity influences both the availability of advanced courses and the likelihood that students will take advanced courses. Exclusion of minority students from gifted/advanced programs may worsen the achievement/opportunity gap by further boosting outcomes for more privileged students while their under-priviledged peers continue to lag behind. Learn how to gain access and close the opportunity gap!

Disparities exist across both short- and long-term suspensions in NC. Know your rights and advocate for more restorative practices. 

In North Carolina, the vast majority of the teaching force is white (84%). This is a tremendous mismatch with an increasingly diverse student population. Research has indicated that having diverse teachers reduces the likelihood of suspension for diverse students, leads to increased achievement, and increases identification as AIG. Excerpt from e(R)acing Inequities.

Culturally responsive teaching understands, responds to, incorporates, and celebrates students’ cultural references. It’s predicated on the concept of wholly understanding and accepting a child for who they are. It is the way to building a relationship and truly knowing child and of diverse backgrounds and bringing that knowledge into the curriculum. Check out research that supp0rts trusting parent feedback about curriculum and needs of their children.

Some students are 40% more likely to be identified for special education than the general student population. North Carolina also leads the nation in excluding students with disabilities from learning and academic environments. Students with learning differences need equity across every school indicator. 

Back to Top

© Copyright 2026 Empowered Parents in Community. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy