The Golden LEAF Foundation announced that 215 rural North Carolina students were selected to receive up to a $14,000 Golden LEAF Scholarship, including seven in Lenoir County and one in Greene County.
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Western Carolina University Spring 2024 Dean's List
Western Carolina University congratulates more than 1,000 students named to the Spring 2024 Dean's List. To qualify for this honor, students must achieve a GPA of 3.5 or higher while completing 12 or more credit hours. The following local students made this semester Dean's List:
School of Rock The Musical Set to Join the Lenoir Community College Performing Arts Series
School of Rock The Musical is based on the Paramount movie written by Mike White with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. This electric show follows the journey of Dewey Finn, a down-on-his-luck musician who poses as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school.
Ambleside Preparatory Academy bridges homeschooling and traditional education
Ambleside Preparatory Academy, a new hybrid school in Kinston, has quickly filled its registration for the upcoming academic year, drawing interest from families seeking a blend of homeschooling and traditional education. Founded by Joanna Pike, the school aims to merge the benefits of both educational approaches within a Christian, disciple-making framework.
LCC to Pharmacy Dreams at UNC
When Jenna Oliver of Fremont embarked on her journey at Lenoir Community College in the Fall of 2020, the path ahead of her remained unclear. Little did she know this experience was just the beginning of her academic success.
First female apprentice among latest group of Crown ‘grads’
About the time they and their classmates were graduating from high school, three LCPS seniors were “graduating” from a nationally recognized apprentice program with Crown Equipment that has moved them farther down the road to a well-paying job.
Kinston Police offer free summer camp for youth in Lenoir County
The Kinston Police Department will hold a free camp this summer for youth between 11 and 17 who are Kinston or Lenoir County residents. Camp Inspire will be held June 26th through June 28th from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
Northeast teacher wins national award for reading instruction
Lindsay Elks, a fourth-grade teacher at Northeast Elementary School, is the North Carolina winner of the Read 180 Educator of the Year award presented by the learning technology company HMH and is among a select group of 22 teachers honored nationally.
Albert Nanevie named to Dean's List at University of Maryland Global Campus
Albert Nanevie of Kinston was named to the Dean's List for the spring 2024 term at University of Maryland Global Campus. To be eligible for the honor, a student must complete at least six credits during the term, earned a grade point average of at least 3.5 for the term, and maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.5 at UMGC.
Greene County Middle School Quarter 4
Congratulations to the following students of Greene County Middle School
Greene Early College High School ranked among best high schools
Greene Early College High School has been ranked No. 231 in North Carolina among the 2024 Best High Schools by U.S. News & World Report. The rankings evaluate nearly 18,000 schools at the national, state and local level.
Letter to the Editor: Class of 2024 Parents
Pomp and Circumstance has played, the diplomas have been given out, and the cap and gown is hung in the closet. We just watched our babies walk across a stage and into a new life as young adults. As we help them navigate life’s next steps, the only thing we can think about is how fast it all happened.
South Lenoir FFA Chapter annual banquet held
The South Lenoir FFA Chapter held their annual Banquet in May. The FFA Banquet is a one time a year event for students to get recognized for their hard work and dedication in the organization. Keynote speaker Jason Brown, a retired NFL player, spoke on the importance of agriculture and service to our community. Bryan Diaz, NC FFA Vice President, also attended and spoke to the group about finding purpose in whatever work you do. Nearly 200 members and guests attended this year’s banquet.
Moss Hill Elementary student receives the Sue Marcom Jones Scholastic Achievement Award
Daniel Smith, center, received The Sue Marcom Jones Scholastic Achievement Award on June 4, 2024. The award is given annually on promotion day to the fifth grade student at Moss Hill Elementary School with the highest grade average. Also pictured is his family, Derek, Joshua, Bianca & Marie Smith.
SECU Foundation provides $10,000 scholarships to area high school students
SECU Foundation, a charitable organization funded by the members of State Employees’ Credit Union, has awarded $10,000 four-year college scholarships to six local graduating high school seniors for study at one of the 16 universities that is part of the University of North Carolina System. Scholarship recipients are: