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Aces' ground game too much for Panthers in 33-21 win
EDENTON — John Holmes High School is clear about its intentions on the football field. The Aces run the ball out of a triple option offense, and they do it very well. The Aces amassed 383 yards on the ground Friday night against Northeastern Coastal Conference rival Pasquotank County High School en route to a 33-21 victory over the Panthers. The win at home evened the Aces' overall record at 3-3 and moved them into 3rd place in the NCC at 2-1. The Panthers fell...
$62M grant will build new Martin County High School
Change continues to sweep through Martin County Schools. The latest one is an announcement Thursday morning of a $62 million grant that will enable the district to build a new state-of-the-art Martin County High School. “This grant will benefit the entire county and play a significant role in drawing people to Martin County and Martin County Schools,” MCS Superintendent of Schools Dr. Michelle White said. “When completed, the new Martin...
Updated: E-Chowan names Ward new superintendent
EDENTON — Edenton-Chowan Public Schools' next superintendent is a retired school administrator who currently works part time as career and technical education director in the Gates County Schools. The Edenton-Chowan Board of Education named Tammi Ward to lead the ECPS district during its meeting on Tuesday. She will begin work on Oct. 16. “The board enthusiastically chose Mrs. Ward based on her extensive experience, exemplary leadership, and unwavering dedication to...
Sitterson chosen as Educator of Excellence
Marisa Sitterson, Martin County Schools’ 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year, will represent the district as the 2024 Exceptional Children’s Educator of Excellence. On Nov. 14, Sitterson and selected candidates from across the state will be recognized during the annual Exceptional Children’s Conference. Sitterson, who serves students at South Creek Middle School, began her career in education as a school bus driver and teacher assistant in 2005. ...
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