Lenoir Community College and Lenoir, Greene, and Jones County Public Schools, in collaboration with ECU, are entering into a partnership to help build the local teacher pipeline through an exciting opportunity for high school students.
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LCC Awards the first two LEAP Fellows with Scholarships
Lenoir Community College awarded the first two Lancer Educator Apprenticeship Promise (LEAP) Fellows with a $1,000 scholarship.
Former LCC Student Continues to Reach New Heights Post-Graduation
Advancing her skills and efficiency is something Kinston native Chelsea West prioritizes for herself. Currently majoring in Management at East Carolina University, West is on track to completing her Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees, hoping to pursue her Master’s in Business Administration one day.
Kinston High, Early College seniors shortlisted for top A&T scholarships
Whether it’s the celebrated music program or the top-notch science instruction or a connection as direct as family, North Carolina A&T State University has captured the attention of three of LCPS’s most successful graduating seniors. A&T has mirrored their interest by short-listing the trio for its most prized merit scholarships.
Rover Goes to School
Always seeking to expand student literary experiences through creating a print/book rich environment as well as preparing them for the adult world, Greene Early College English teachers, Emily Garris and Natasha Martin, have gone beyond the usual scope of the public school setting.
Raney Rogers: Arts and Cultural Districts
Kinston is steadily becoming an Arts and Cultural District for tourists and locals as well. Don’t think so? Have some doubts? In my opinion not only is it happening, it will continue to happen and indeed become a “destination for the arts” kind of culture
Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library hosted 2023-2024 Young Poets Contest
The Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library was proud to host the 2023-2024 Young Poets Contest Awards Ceremony on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at 6:30 pm. The annual contest is in its twenty-fifth year and is sponsored by the Kinston-Lenoir County Friends of the Library.
LCSO announces new program "You've Been Caught Doing Good"
Lenoir County Sheriff Jackie Rogers and the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office have started a new program called “You’ve Been Caught Doing Good.” The sheriff presents awards to middle school students who have been recommended by their teachers and school staff for going above and beyond to help others and to foster a positive environment.
Seventh grader helps Woodington extend its spelling bee win streak
After winning the annual LCPS Spelling Bee for the past four years with champion spellers who eventually aged out, Woodington found a capable successor in Nikki Bellamy. The seventh grader outlasted the top spellers from the district’s elementary and middle schools on Thursday night to claim a fifth consecutive title for her school.
APA students win individual regional championships in art contest
Congratulations to APA lower, middle, and upper school art teams’ performance in the North Carolina Association of Scholastic Activities Art Competition.
LCPS’s CTE program bolstered by state grants totaling $129,000
Two grants valued together at $129,000 will bring new equipment, supplies and teaching aids to the Career and Technical Education program that serves about 2,000 students in Lenoir County Public Schools.
Zacchaeus Jones Crowned Mr. Beautillion 2024
Zacchaeus Jones, a junior at the Lenoir County Early College High School, made a significant mark at the 2024 Beautillion Scholarship Pageant, winning both Mr. Young Man of the Year and Mr. Beautillion titles. His achievements shined brightly in an event that celebrates the aspirations and accomplishments of young African American men.
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 Kid Awards!
Local students win national theater award at 2024 Junior Theater Festival Atlanta
Students representing Kids On Stage (Snow Hill, NC), Carolina Academy of Performing Arts (Apex, NC), and Raleigh Area Children’s Theatre (Raleigh, NC) won national theater awards at the 2024 Junior Theater Festival Atlanta (JTF Atlanta).
Southwood Elementary Second Nine Week Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
Congratulations to the following Southwood Elementary School students: