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Winterville student receives $15,000 grant, creates new financial outlook
WINTERVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — One student in Winterville is using his knowledge and experiences to change people’s financial outlook. Michael Brode, a senior at The Oakwood School, founded “Crypto Debunked,” an immersive learning platform that teaches young people about financial topics such as cryptocurrency and blockchain. Brode wants to bridge the financial education gap between […]
Pattillo Middle's principal tapped to lead early college in Pitt County
A local middle school principal has been chosen to lead Pitt County Schools Early College High School. Leshaun Jenkins, principal of Pattillo Middle School in Tarboro, will become principal of the early college affiliated with Pitt Community College, beginning in July, according to a Tuesday announcement. Jenkins has worked in the Edgecombe County Public Schools since 2001, beginning as a history teacher at Tarboro High School, where he later became...
RMA baseball comes up short in NCISAA Division 2A title series
ASHEBORO — Rocky Mount Academy’s baseball team came up short in its bid to become state champions, as Wayne Country Day won the second game 10-0 in five innings on Saturday morning to sweep the Eagles in the North Carolina Independent Schools Athletic Association Division 2A Championship Series at McCrary Park in Asheboro. The Chargers, the No. 1 seed, ended their season 28-4 overall. They won the first game 8-0 on Friday night. ...
South Central student receives WISHING scholarship
A South Central High School senior has been named one of the first high school recipients of a scholarship awarded by Women in Sports Helping Inspire the Next Generation (WISHING). Jade Brown is among four winners who each received the $1,000 scholarship, which was open to seniors participating in the program and is intended to assist students as they pursue a career in sports at a college or university. Scholarships were awarded based on academic achievement, leadership and involvement in their community. The students will be able to stay connected and involved in WISHING during their time in college. Brown plans to attend North Carolina Central University in Durham to pursue a career in kinesiology/sports medicine. She will intern in the acute physical therapy department at ECU Health Medical Center. WISHING strives to level the playing field for all women by providing career exploration opportunities through mentorship, job shadowing, and scholarships.
Parent engagement program cohort seeks participants
Parents for Public School has announced plans for the 2024-25 Parent Engagement Program Cohort. This upcoming school year will be the fifth PEP cohort offered in Pitt County. More than 100 people have graduated from the PEP program in previous cohorts. The PEP cohort is open to parents and other community members who want to strengthen public schools in Pitt County. Anyone interested in participating in the cohort is invited to complete a PEP application. Participants will be selected on the basis of: ...
Local Triumphs: Wayne Community College Celebrates Diverse Graduates from TPCC Programs
Wayne Community College recently honored the graduates of its Transitional Programs for College and Career (TPCC). The event recognized students from the College’s Adult High School (AHS) and High School Equivalency (HSE) programs. Among the graduates, Italivi Morales, a 22-year-old single mother from Dudley, delivered the commencement address. Morales, who left high school at 15 after having a child, completed her education through WCC’s AHS program, motivated by her goal for a better future.
Wayne Community College Celebrates New Nursing Graduates at Local Ceremony
Wayne Community College recently held a pinning ceremony for its latest class of registered nurses. This event celebrated 38 graduates transitioning from students to professional nurses, joining over 2,200 alumni from WCC's Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program. Each graduate received a pin, a scroll, and a rose, symbolizing their readiness for their new roles.
PCC Trustees select Ricky Brown to serve as Interim President
WINTERVILLE—Pitt Community College Trustees announced Thursday that PCC Vice President of Finance/Chief Financial Officer Ricky Brown will serve as the school’s interim president when Dr. Lawrence Rouse retires at the end of June. PCC Trustees Chairman Charles Ellis said college administrators received approval from the State Board of Community Colleges on May 17 to […]
Celebrating Two Decades of Success: Local VISIONS Program Honors Pitt County High School Graduates
The Pitt Community College VISIONS Career Development and Scholarship Program recently celebrated its 20th anniversary and the upcoming graduations of its high school participants. The event took place in Winterville and included awards presentations and student testimonials about their experiences in the program. Partners such as the PCC Foundation, Eddie & Jo Allison Smith Family Foundation, and Pitt County Schools were present to celebrate the students' achievements.
PCC Notes: Trustees select Ricky Brown to serve as interim president
WINTERVILLE — Pitt Community College PCC Vice President of Finance/Chief Financial Officer Ricky Brown will serve as the school’s interim president starting in July. Pitt County College Trustees announced today that Brown will take on the position after current president Lawrence Rouse retires at the end of June. Brown has been with PCC for more than 30 years. ...
PCC trustees select Brown to serve as interim president
WINTERVILLE, N.C. — Pitt Community College Trustees announced Thursday that PCC Vice President of Finance/Chief Financial Officer Ricky Brown will serve as the school’s interim president when Dr. Lawrence Rouse retires at the end of June. PCC Trustees Chairman Charles Ellis said college administrators received approval from the State Board of Community Colleges on May […]
Wayne Community College apprentices recognized for program completion
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Two cohorts of Wayne Community College’s apprentices with Smithfield Foods and Flowers Foods were honored for reaching the journeyman level in their trade at a special recognition ceremony. Maintenance technician and farm leadership apprentices received graduation cords from ApprenticeshipNC and the United States Department of Labor and stoles to wear during the […]
Class of 2024 graduates from WCC
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College’s next class of graduates was celebrated during two spring commencement ceremonies held at The Maxwell Center. A total of 525 WCC students graduated this spring, with more than 250 walking across the stage during the day’s ceremonies. There were 755 certificates, diplomas, and degrees awarded. During the ceremonies, WCC […]
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