Wayne Carter is NBC 5's Education Reporter.
His "Carter in the Classroom" franchise airs on NBC 5 First at 4 p.m. and highlights ways schools around North Texas are helping students achieve academic success.
Wayne believes strongly in helping parents see 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 nationwide, specializing in consumer, investigative, and education coverage. He is the winner of various journalism awards, including multiple Emmys 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 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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Texas school report cards show North Texas districts making progress
There’s good news for North Texas schools in the state’s latest report cards, with the majority of districts in the area performing well and moving in the right direction. NBC 5 Education Reporter Wayne Carter sat down with Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath to discuss this year’s results and what they say about the progress schools are making.
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TEA releases state accountability scores; 15% of Texas schools scored below ‘C'
New TEA A-F ratings are out. See how many campuses improved, how many reached an A, and why 15% of Texas schools fell below a C.
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Dallas ISD earns B rating from Texas Education Agency
Watch the video as a school district earns a B rating again from the Texas Education Agency with a score of 85, up from 83.
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Answering your questions on education: State cuts popular Fort Worth ISD programs
Education reporter Wayne Carter joins NBC 5 Today answering viewer questions about what’s making headlines in North Texas classrooms as the new school year begins. Uncertified teachers, new curriculum, and starting school in July were among the topics.
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Uncertified vs. Unqualified: Answering your questions on North Texas education
Education reporter Wayne Carter joins NBC 5 Today to answer viewer questions about what’s making headlines in North Texas classrooms as the new school year begins. Uncertified teachers, new curriculum, and starting school in July were among the topics.
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Dallas ISD heads back to school
Dallas ISD is improving the physical spaces and working to strengthen academic growth. NBC 5’s Wayne Carter tells us about the second first day of school for Dallas.
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Dallas ISD starts year shoring up academic growth
The district invested $30 million in renovations at Hexter Elementary to help with academic growth.
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Fort Worth ISD's first day of school since state take over
New Fort Worth ISD Superintendent Peter Licata rode the bus with NBC 5’s Wayne Carter on the first day of school.
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Fort Worth ISD starts first school year under state control with zero teacher vacancies
Nearly 70,000 students return as the district marks a staffing milestone after months of upheaval. NBC 5’s Larry Collins and Wayne Carter have the details.
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High school students trained by JPS nurses and doctors in patient care
Blocks away from Fort Worth’s John Peter Smith Hospital, high school and college students are taking part in a medical summer program with the hospital. NBC 5’s Wayne Carter has the story.
