A $5,000 grant from the Laura Bush Foundation will put hundreds of new books on the shelves of the media center at Northwest Elementary School, probably in time for the opening of the new school year in August.
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Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Automotive Systems Technology Instructor
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Automotive Systems Technology Instructor. Salary will commensurate with education and experience
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Accounting Technician
Lenoir Community College - Accounting Technician
Rochelle Middle School collaborates on Kinston mural
Local artist Seraphim Smith is creating a mural that encompasses the waterBEST logo, the City of Kinston, and the children of the community. waterBEST reached out to Smith after seeing the Kinston Okra Mural on South Queen and Shine Street, and asked him to submit a drawing for a mural for the waterBEST Kinston building where they bottle their water.
Dr. Patrick Greene of Greene Central High School announced as 2022 Wells Fargo NC Principal of the Year
Dr. Patrick Greene, principal of Greene Central High School in Greene County, was named the 2022 Wells Fargo North Carolina Principal of the Year at an awards luncheon today in Cary.
Dr. Patrick Greene of Greene Central High School up for 2022 Wells Fargo NC Principal of the Year
This year’s Wells Fargo Principal of the Year receives $3,000 for personal use and $3,000 for his school. The winner and a guest or two educators of his choosing, also receives professional development by attending the Global Education Symposium in Boston in 2022, thanks to Education First, an engraved vase, a custom-made NC Principal of the Year signet ring from Jostens, and resources to help combat child hunger from No Kid Hungry NC.
Announcement: $500.00 scholarship opportunity
Calling all Lenoir County High School Seniors: Heading to college or the workforce? Here's an opportunity to share with the community how you can help Lenoir County through service.
SNHU Announces 2022 President's List
It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Winter 2022 President's List. Congratulations to Austin Hudler of Deep Run and Quanesha Winn of La Grange.
Cash unseats Davis in 2022 Primary for Lenoir County Board of Education
Michelle Cash (R) defeated incumbent Billy Davis (R) in the 2022 Primary Election for a seat on the Lenoir County Board of Education for District One. Cash won 58.26% of the votes from the five reporting precincts. While Davis beat Cash in Absentee By-Mail, Cash had more votes on Election Day and during early voting. “I am very excited and ready to make positive changes,” said Cash.
Early College team vying for spot in finals of National Personal Finance Challenge
With two preliminary round wins, a team of four rising juniors from Lenoir County Early College High School have earned the right to compete for a spot in the finals of the National Personal Finance Challenge, one of only two teams in the state and 24 in the nation still in the running.
Caitlyn McCarter Initiated into Omicron Delta Kappa
Caitlyn McCarter, a native of Kinston, was recently initiated into the East Carolina University Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society. The Society welcomed 1,971 new initiates from 78 universities during April 2022.
Megan Hicks of La Grange named to President's List at Cumberlands
Congratulations to Megan Hicks of La Grange, NC (28551), on making the President's List for Spring 2022!
Two Blue Devils pursue athletics at college level
South Lenoir High School posted the following on their Facebook Page. It's a beautiful day for two more Blue Devils who have chosen to pursue their athletic endeavors at the college level.
GEC Alumni completes another milestone
Abigail Reyes, a 2019 Greene Early College alumni, graduated from University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, on May 8, 2022. Ms. Reyes received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Women and Gender Studies. While at GEC, she earned the honor of 2019 Salutatorian of her class.
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. 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!
Parrott art students nationally recognized
Local students Caroline Keenan and Holland Killinger recently learned their art work has been selected for a national virtual exhibition sponsored by the renowned Ringling College of Art and Design in Sarasota, Florida.
Associate superintendent, executive assistant to superintendent win top employee awards
Two women who, in their own way, help guide the workings of Lenoir County Public Schools are 2022 winners of the annual awards presented by the LCPS chapter of the N.C. Association of Educational Office Professionals.
LCC Grad receives Academic Excellence Award
Harmony Campbell of Vanceboro has been selected Lenoir Community College’s Academic Excellence Award recipient for 2022 and is recognized as one of the Great 58 in the North Carolina Community College System.
GEC Teacher achieves a first
Greene Early College 2017 alumni, Shontia Blount, marks a first in GEC’s history; she returned to her alma mater to join the teaching staff. After graduating from GEC and LCC with her Associate’s in 2017, Ms. Blount completed her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Fayetteville State University in 2020. Returning to GEC, she began her teaching career.
Announcement: $500.00 scholarship opportunity
Calling all Lenoir County High School Seniors: Heading to college or the workforce? Here's an opportunity to share with the community how you can help Lenoir County through service.