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Nearly 60 Scotland students make RichmondCC’s honor lists
HAMLET — Richmond Community College has released its honor lists for the 2024 Spring Semester which includes nearly 60 students from Scotland County. The President’s List identifies students who earn an “A” in all courses and have a 4.0 grade point average while carrying 12 or more semester credit hours excluding developmental courses. The Dean’s List identifies students who attain a minimum grade point average of 3.5 with no grade lower than a “B” while carrying 12 or more semester credit hours excluding developmental courses.
Fairmont AD Michael Baker retires after 43 years at the school
According to Chris Stiles of the Robesonian, longtime Fairmont High School teacher, coach, and athletic director Michael Baker is retiring. Baker, a class of 1977 graduate of Fairmont, took a job at the school in 1981 and stayed for 43 years. He was the athletic director for the past 31 years. The Roanoke College alum began his professional career at Fairmont as the JV basketball coach and a science teacher.
Cypress Creek Renewables backs recycling, sustainability initiatives at St. Andrews
DURHAM — Cypress Creek Renewables has announced its support of the relaunch of St. Andrew’s University’s recycling program, and funding for scholarships and STEAM programs, through a $15,000 contribution. The recycling program will be led by the St. Andrew’s Student Government Association which will organize an educational...
SCS designated Purple Star Award
LAURINBURG — Again, Scotland County Schools has been designated the Purple Start Award for its support to military-connected students. The school district was among 26 other districts throughout the state to earn the recognition. Representatives from the SCS traveled to Raleigh where they were presented with a plaque. “This...
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