All in Education
The D.A.R.E. program has officially returned to Lenoir County Public Schools, offering students an opportunity to learn about drug prevention, decision-making, and leadership. This 10-week program, aimed at fostering trust between students and law enforcement, was welcomed back to the schools with support from local officials and educators.
Arendell Parrott Academy kicked off its 60th year Thursday with a Founders Day celebration featuring Susan Parrott, sister of the school’s namesake. Parrott shared stories of her family’s role in creating the school in memory of her late brother, Arendell. The ceremony also included the induction of the 2024-2025 Honor Council, honoring the Academy’s tradition of integrity. Dr. Ike Southerland, the longest-serving Head of School, reflected on the school’s growth and lasting legacy.
Governor Roy Cooper proclaims September as Smart Start Month. This proclamation acknowledges the Smart Start Network's commitment for over thirty years to ensuring all North Carolina’s young children enter school healthy and prepared for success. The Partnership for Children of Lenoir & Greene Counties is a proud member of the Smart Start Network.
The Caswell Center Foundation recently presented a $60,000 check to the Lenoir Community College Foundation Scholarship Program to assist students interested in pursuing a degree in developmental disabilities and health-related fields.
Stephen D. Faircloth of Beulaville has devoted much of his time to law enforcement, and now he has chosen to plan for his future with the help of Lenoir Community College’s online curriculum.
The following students have been named to the President’s List at Lenoir Community College for Summer Semester 2024
Amazon’s distribution site in Kinston has continued their tradition of providing supplies for those who need it most in Lenoir County Public Schools this year.
On August 26th, more than 8,000 students across Lenoir County walked in for their first day of classes for the 2024-2025 school year, greeted by over 500 teachers ready to make the year successful.
Lenoir County Public Schools is happy to announce Mr. Rashard Curmon has been selected as our 2024-2025 Principal of the Year.
As the summer winds down and kids across our region head back to school, the Neuse Regional Libraries are excited to offer a new weekly recurring program for young ilbrary patrons. Discovery Lab combines some of our most popular programs into a new exciting theme each month.
Greene Early College (GEC) kicked off the 2024-2025 school year on Monday, August 12, 2024, with an engaging start! GEC is thrilled to welcome 43 freshmen to the GEC family.
As the summer break draws to a close, Lenoir County Public Schools (LCPS) eagerly welcomes back approximately 8,300 K-12 students to 17 educational facilities across Kinston and Lenoir County.
John Johnson of Kinston made sacrifices that very few people would to earn his Commercial Driver’s License from Lenoir Community College, but his determination to achieve his goals overshadowed any fears of failure.
GEC’s college liaison, Mrs. Pamela Gonzalez, is passionate about advancing education equity through early childhood education, post-secondary access, and language justice
Arendell Parrott Academy (APA) marked its 60th year as students returned to school on Monday, with enrollment numbers reaching 651 students from 10 counties. The milestone was celebrated with excitement by staff, students, and parents alike, as they reflected on the Academy’s history and looked forward to the year ahead.
