Since the Covid 19 pandemic has restricted many face-to-face gatherings, North Carolina State Senior Beta Convention was held virtually March 9 in Greensboro.
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Early registration for pre-school, kindergarten is scheduled for March 15-19 in Lenoir County
Early registration for children entering pre-school and kindergarten in Lenoir County next school year will be held the week of March 15 at all LCPS elementary schools.
Northwest Elementary announces Principal's List and Honor Roll
Congratulations to the following Northwest Elementary Principal's List and Honor Roll students.
Cooper, state lawmakers announce school reopening deal
By David Bass, Carolina Journal News Service
Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper and Republican lawmakers have reached an agreement on reopening public schools for in-person instruction under a compromise plan that returns most decision-making autonomy to local school boards.
Frink teacher, up for two national awards, makes history come alive
E.B. Frink Middle School social studies teacher Chadwick Stokes, in the Revolutionary-era uniform of the 1st North Carolina Regiment, addresses students during a pre-pandemic living history event at the school. Stokes’ passion for making history come alive for his students has earned him nominations for two national awards honoring exemplary history teachers.
16 LCPS students moving on to state Science Fair after regional wins
Eliza Rouse won a medal in her school Science Fair at Pink Hill Elementary, finished first in the regional Science Fair and is on her way to the North Carolina Science and Engineering Fair next month along with 15 other LCPS students.
Rep. Bell and Sen. Davis Announce School Funds for Greene County
Thanks to $1.6 billion in funding approved by the General Assembly for North Carolina Public Schools, Representative John Bell and Senator Don Davis announced that Greene County Public Schools is now eligible for up to $5.7 million in assistance as part of recent COVID-19 relief efforts.
Snow Hill Primary announces Terrific Kids
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal.
Efforts to reopen N.C. classrooms ramp up, despite Cooper’s veto
The N.C. State Board of Education passed a resolution Thursday, March 4, calling on all public school districts to give parents the option of in-person learning by the end of March. The education board’s action is the latest step in a growing consensus to swiftly reopen school classrooms across the state.
Buzzing bee BTs for February
Lenoir County’s Sigma Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma recently recognized outstanding beginning teachers in their third year of teaching. These special teachers were chosen by their mentors because they exhibit the qualities of an exceptional educator.
Parrott alum returns for Freedom Classic
When the Air Force Falcons face Army’s Black Knights in the Freedom Classic this weekend, Parrott Academy alumnus Connor Bright will feel right at home. Bright, who graduated from APA in 2018, is currently a junior at the Air Force Academy and wears #21 on the varsity baseball team.
Maggie Kerner, math teacher at Greene Early College, has completed her requirements for National Board Teacher Certification.
Rosa Foundation comes to aid of students needing winter coats
A Greensboro-based foundation with ties to Lenoir County has donated 200 new winter coats to LCPS elementary schools for distribution to students who most need them.
Jones County teacher nominated for Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction
Mr. Willie Blango, Masonry Teacher at Jones Senior High School, was nominated by Thomas Taylor as a Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction. This is in recognition of his impact as an educator, leader and role model.
Snow Hill Primary announces Terrific Kids
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal.
BJ Murphy: The Never-Ending State of Emergency
Roughly one year ago, Governor Cooper declared a state of emergency regarding COVID-19, and while an emergency is typically seen as a momentary crisis, this has been harnessed into the “new normal”, expanding bureaucratic control over citizens’ lives for an alarming period of time. Regardless of the continued state of emergency, our local officials are holding themselves to a different standard. The Kinston City Council and Lenoir County School Board continue to meet outside of their chambers and only through Facebook or Zoom. Are they afraid for their safety while asking their staff to be dismissive of their own? Are they worried about facing parents and the community in a real public forum again?
Mark Henning graduates from Missouri State University
Missouri State University awarded 1,534 degress to students in fall 2020. The commencement ceremonies took place Dec. 11, 2020, at JQH Arena.
Seven Kinston High students win way to state HOSA competition
Seven students in Kinston High School’s health science program have qualified for state competition after a stellar showing on tests organized as part of the recent Southeastern Regional Leadership Conference of North Carolina HOSA.
FFA chapters score big at annual tri-county rally
Students representing FFA chapters from North Lenoir and South Lenoir high schools and Woodington Middle School scored big in the competition that highlighted last week’s Neuse Federation Rally hosted by Mount Olive University.
La Grange Elementary inducts students in National Junior Honor Society
La Grange Elementary's Induction of National Junior Honor Society was held on February 19, 2021.