A team of readers from Woodington Middle School won four of its six head-to-head matchups with teams from LCPS’s three other middle schools to earn another first-place finish in the district’s annual Middle School Battle of the Books.
All in Education
Panel of LCPS grads who charted their own course looks at HBCUs
To the life-defining questions of which college and what career add one about the advantage – or not – of attending a college whose culture and ethnic composition more closely match the fact that you’re an African American high school student.
LCC student named semifinalist for prestigious Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship
Lenoir Community College student Mackenzie Rouse has been selected as a semifinalist for the prestigious Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation.
LCPS Teacher of the Year finalists discovered desire to help early on
They were teachers long before they began their teaching careers, and that fact may help explain why the three of them are finalists for the title of LCPS Teacher of the Year for 2022-2023.
17 educators chosen as their school's Teacher of the Year
Congratulations to the 17 educators chosen as their school's Teacher of the Year. We got them together Thursday for a group photograph and will honor them formally at the district's Employee Recognition Banquet in April.
Dr. Patrick Miller announces retirement from Greene County Schools
At the February 28 meeting of the Greene County Board of Education, Dr. Patrick C. Miller, superintendent of Greene County Schools, announced his retirement effective June 30, 2022. Dr. Miller has served Greene County as superintendent since 2008 and has been an employee of Greene County Schools for 29 years, beginning as the choral director at Greene Central High School in 1993.
Snow HIll 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. On Fridays, these students are presented with an award from the counselor, Mrs. McLawhorn, and are congratulated for their hard work. Below are Snow Hill Primary's last Terrific Kids!
LCC to offer CCP Information Sessions
Lenoir Community College will hold three Career & College Promise Information Sessions for families and students from Lenoir, Greene and Jones Counties that would like to know more about the dual enrollment opportunities available for high school and rising high school students through LCC.
LCPS putting federal funds to work to make schools safer during Covid
From sanitation supplies to air purifiers to an expanded school nursing staff, Lenoir County Public Schools has invested millions of dollars in its effort to make schools and its other worksites safer during the coronavirus pandemic.
LCPS Teacher of the Year finalists discovered desire to help early on
They were teachers long before they began their teaching careers, and that fact may help explain why the three of them are finalists for the title of LCPS Teacher of the Year for 2022-2023.
The three women – Jordan Hudson of Northwest Elementary School, Pauline Lindo of EB Frink Middle School and Candace Tilghman-Rouse of Northeast Elementary School – were chosen Thursday to advance in the Teacher of the Year selection process by a panel of judges who interviewed all 17 educators named as their school’s Teacher of the Year.
Linda McConnell joins LCC Casino Night as a celebrity dealer
The Lenoir Community College Foundation is happy to welcome Linda McConnell, as a Casino Night Celebrity Dealer this year. The event will be held on February 25 from 6:30 to 10:00 p.m. at the Shriners Building.
Parrott Middle School dancers get state recognition
Parrott Academy’s Middle School Dance Ensemble were state runners up at the NC Scholastic Dance Festival held February 4th .
Nicholas Harvey III is going to UNC
Nicholas Harvey III sat with his parents, Nicholas Harvey II and Erin Harvey, as he signed his commitment to University of North Carolina. The community came out to support him, as did his school.
Taking the Library to the Cleaners
Neuse Regional Libraries have made serving the literacy needs of our local residents a top priority, which has led to services such as our Literacy Without Barriers and Homework Help programs.
LCPS to discuss face mask policy on Tuesday
The Lenoir County Board of Education will convene a called special session to discuss the district's face mask policy on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. at the Board of Education office at 2017 W. Vernon Ave., Kinston. (Link to watch the meeting included)
LCC moves to optional masks and face coverings effective February 21, 2022
Based on Governor Cooper’s Feb. 17th announcement and the data of covid cases declining in our state along with the rise in vaccination statuses, the College will move to masks/face coverings optional effective Monday, Feb. 21 on all LCC campuses.
Advisory Board Member discovers program to further her education
Vickie Polk is a member of the Office Administration/Medical Office Administration Advisory Board at Lenoir Community College.
Greene County's Bobby Taylor joins LCC Casino Night as a celebrity dealer
Bobby Taylor of Greene Ridge Racquet Club (GRRC) rejoins the Lenoir Community College Foundation this year as a celebrity dealer at Casino Night. The event will be held on February 25 from 6:30 to 10:00 p.m. at the Lenoir County Shrine Club. Tables open at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person. Proceeds from the event benefit the LCC scholarship program.
Rise Up mentorship program to start at North Lenoir and Contentnea-Savannah School
Rise Up Mentorship will start at North Lenoir and Contentnea-Savannah School (CSS). The program is a mentorship that will focus on targeting students' social, emotional, and behavioral needs in order to increase academics throughout the year.
The Secret Valentine Day tradition continues at GEC
A tradition begun in 2018 by five GEC students continues to create excitement on this special say. The secret group have officially rebranded themselves this year as PVT: Project Valen Tine. Completely student-driven and executed by students and working undercover, a specially crafted Valentine card is received by each student and staff member.