Renamed, rebranded and expanded, this week’s Regional Industry and Manufacturing Expo still held true to its original purpose – to acquaint high school students with career opportunities close to home.
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Awards Day ceremony for South Lenoir High School Class of 2023
The Awards Day ceremony for the South Lenoir High School Class of 2023 will be held Friday, May 26, at 9 a.m. in Munn Gymnasium.
Snow Hill Primary "Terrific Kid" awards
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 and are congratulated for their hard work. Below are Snow Hill Primary's last Terrific Kids!
Piggly Wiggly Fresh Buy Backs LCC Golf Classic for Student Scholarships
The Lenoir Community College Foundation is proud to welcome Piggly Wiggly Fresh Buy again as a Master sponsor of this year’s annual LCC Golf Classic, which will be held Thursday, May 18 at the Kinston Country Club.
Rochelle Middle School students win 9/11 competition award
Local students in Lenoir and Greene Counties were recently recognized for their outstanding work in Greene Lamp's 9/11 Day of Service and Remembrance Program. The competition, which was open to middle and high school students, asked participants to submit an original essay, song, or poem on their reflection and research regarding the impact of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
Local Companies come together to support LCC student scholarships at Golf Classic
First National Bank of Kinston is the Putting Contest Sponsor of this year’s 22nd annual Lenoir Community College Golf Classic on Thursday, May 18, at the Kinston Country Club. This event has raised more than $600,000 toward student scholarships at LCC since its inception. Nearly 130 golfers played in the tournament last year, and the Foundation is expecting an even better attendance this year.
Greene County Schools Names Julia Gurkin as Teacher of the Year
Every year between March and May, each individual school selects its teacher of the year representative. Each school may have a different process for doing this. Once each school forwards their nominee to the district level, a panel is created.
Greene County Schools to host STEM Expo
Snow Hill - Greene County Schools will host its 8th Annual STEM Education Expo to celebrate Pre-K-through-13 student learning in science, technology, engineering, and math. Community partners will share information with families aligned with health, safety, and careers.
Early College team wins state title in financial literacy event
Four students from Lenoir County Early College High School teamed up this past weekend to claim the state championship in the North Carolina Council on Economic Education Personal Finance Challenge and earn a spot in the national competition.
GEC Student Earns his Eagle Scout
Wyatt Grantham, a Greene Early College senior, recently received the rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious achievement in the Scouting world. Attended by family, friends and fellow scouts, the official ceremony was held February 18, 2023 at Calvary Memorial Methodist Church, Snow Hill.
WIOA Program at LCC helps student with career goals
Garrett Jenkins of Trenton came to Lenoir Community College (LCC) with plans to attain his High School Equivalency Diploma. With the help of his dedicated teacher, Fred Seymour, and some nudging encouraging words from his Career Advisor Tracey Price, he attained this goal in July 2021.
LCC Foundation welcomes local sponsors for annual golf tournament
Massey Toyota is the Hole-In-One sponsor of this year’s Lenoir Community College Golf Classic on Thursday, May 18, at the Kinston Country Club. Massey Toyota will be at the tournament offering each golfer a chance to drive home a brand-new car.
Meet Me Greene County... Dr. Uvonda Willis
Neuse News is beginning a series to introduce Greene County readers to some of the influential, interesting, and decision-making leaders of our community. Consider this “Meet Me Greene County” column a look into what makes Greene County the special place it is to live, work and play. This week, we feature the newest Principal in Greene County, Dr. Uvonda Willis at Greene County Intermediate School.
Snow Hill Primary Terrific Kid awards
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 and are congratulated for their hard work. Below are Snow Hill Primary's last Terrific Kids!
Veteran Banks educator Griffin named LCPS Teacher of Year
Kathryn Griffin of Banks Elementary School, an educator who sees her work as a teacher also encompassing the responsibilities of a mom, a nurse and a counselor, is the 2023-2024 LCPS Teacher of the Year.
Supporting student success: LCC Foundation's Annual Golf Classic
The Lenoir Community College Foundation is excited to welcome Crown Equipment Corporation of Kinston as a first-time sponsor of this year’s LCC Golf Classic on Thursday, May 18, at the Kinston Country Club.
Parrott Academy Student Receives the Duke Trinity Scholarship
Ms. Isha Omer, Arendell Parrott Academy student, has received The Duke University Trinity Program Scholarship. The Trinity Scholarship recognizes students with outstanding academic achievement from various areas of North and South Carolina
Middle School Students Raise Over $3,000 for American Heart Association
The Woodington Raiders have raised a whopping $3,881 for the American Heart Association this year. This total was made possible by the 6th, 7th and 8th grade students who participated in the fundraising efforts.
Mike Parker: ECU Poet/Professor to speak at Pink Hill Library
I worked with Professor John Hoppenthaler for several years after he joined the faculty of East Carolina’s Department of English. He brought energy and enthusiasm to the classes he taught. His role at ECU is Professor of English and Creative Writing, and he serves as the co-director of the ECU Contemporary Writers Series.
Meet Greene Early College’s prestigious Student Ambassadors
Greene Early College’s prestigious Student Ambassadors are truly advocates for GEC. They are charged with telling the story of the school and its programs to the public, educators and prospective students.