This report details the story of North Carolina's Race to the Top--Early Learning Challenge (RTT-ELC) Grant for the period of 2012-2016. It provides detailed reflections on the state's accomplishments over the grant period and shares the enhanced vision for the RTT-ELC in North Carolina. Specific details are provided about what has changed in the state and in early learning programs as a result of RTT-ELC. The report also provides lessons learned in implementing a comprehensive reform and reporting agenda and shares specific planned next steps for this work as the state moves forward.