Wayne Carter is NBC 5's Education Reporter.
His "Carter in the Classroom" franchise airs on NBC 5 First at 4pm and highlights ways schools around North Texas are helping students achieve academic success.
Wayne believes strongly in helping parents see for themselves the work happening inside area schools. He showcases the struggles to master academics, and the success stories of making the grade.
Carter in the Classroom also gives parents and students a place to go for help if they’re having issues in school and need help finding solutions. Whether it’s a bus that’s routinely late or a question about “new math,” Wayne is here to help North Texans stay better connected with their child’s school and get answers to their concerns.
Wayne also launched "Brag About Your School" -- the campaign is an opportunity for students, teachers, and parents to showcase the unique things that make their school special. Wayne even hosts a live pep rally from the school.
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Wayne brings more than 20 years of journalism experience to NBC 5. He’s anchored and reported the news at TV stations all across the country, specializing in consumer, investigative, and education coverage. He is winner of various journalism awards, including multiple Emmy's for his education coverage and was honored as Texas' Education Reporter of the Year for his coverage of schools during the pandemic.
Chances are if you see him outside of work, he's with his family, who volunteers around the community. Wayne often talks about about his two school aged daughters with pride.
Wayne’s hoping you will "Brag About Your School" or let him know about academic success or concerns in your classroom. Click here to email and tell us why Wayne should visit your campus.
The Latest
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Dallas students practice interviewing and communicating for jobs
Students at Thomas Jefferson High School set aside math and science and practiced talking, communicating, and interviewing for a job. NBC 5’s Wayne Carter takes us to the classroom and shows us how alumni helped students prepare for the work world.
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Dallas school teaches teens to interview and communicate in the business world
For two days, students at Thomas Jefferson High School set aside math and science and practiced talking, communicating and interviewing for a job.
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Fort Worth ISD launches new literacy plan to improve reading skills
With fewer than half of students reading at grade level, Fort Worth ISD launches a renewed literacy effort, aiming for progress after a similar 2016 pledge fell short. NBC 5’s Wayne Carter has more.
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Fort Worth ISD renews literacy push with detailed plan after past pledge fell short
Fort Worth ISD unveils a detailed plan to boost literacy after past goals fell short. The district focuses on staffing, parent involvement, and new curriculum.
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Committees to be formed over Keller ISD possible split discussions
Keller ISD’s proposed split of the school district to save money is put on hold for now after a heated and contentious meeting Thursday night. And while some see more time as a good thing, there are new questions about the input the board will get over the next few weeks. Here’s Education Reporter Wayne Carter.
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Parents west of US 377 demand seats on committees weighing Keller ISD split
Keller ISD’s proposed split of the school district to save money is put on hold for now after a heated and contentious meeting Thursday night.
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Keller ISD holds board meeting over splitting district
Parents finally got a chance to weigh in on social media rumors, turned into real life at Keller ISD. The school board saying they may split the district in two, dumping more than two thirds of the students. Education reporter Wayne Carter tells us the meeting got so tense at one point the board called for a break.
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Keller ISD superintendent says plan to split the district is bad for kids
The board held their first meeting since confirming their early discussions to split the school district in two.
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Parents line up for Keller ISD meeting considering splitting the district
Parents lined up outside the Keller Education Center as Keller ISD’s school board meets for the first time after admitting they’re considering splitting the district in two. NBC 5 education reporter Wayne Carter reports the move would force the creation of a new district.
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Community divided over possible plan to split Keller ISD in two
Parents in Fort Worth are speaking out about a possible plan to cut Keller ISD in two — leaving the district smaller and more affluent. Education reporter Wayne Carter talks to parents about the possible plan set for debate later this week.