Skip To Main Content

State Superintendent Mo Green Visits Contentnea-Savannah K-8 School to Highlight Golden LEAF Initiative

Post RSS Feeds Subscribe to Post Alerts
State Superintendent Mo Green stoops down to talk to a student

 

Lenoir County Public Schools welcomed State Superintendent Mo Green to Contentnea-Savannah K-8 School on Wednesday as part of a visit highlighting the school’s participation in the Golden LEAF initiative.

Superintendent Green was joined by leaders of the Lenoir County Board of Education, the Golden LEAF Foundation, State Senator Bob Brinson, a representative from Congressman Don Davis’ office, and LCPS leadership. The visit underscored the collaborative effort among state, local, and community partners to support innovative strategies that enhance student achievement.

During the visit, guests toured several math classrooms, where they observed the primary focus of the Golden LEAF initiative in action. Students were engaged in hands-on learning, small group instruction, and targeted problem-solving activities designed to strengthen foundational math skills and build confidence. School leaders shared how the initiative is supporting improved instruction, strategic interventions, and measurable growth in student outcomes.

Contentnea-Savannah K-8 School was awarded a $1.8 million grant over five years through the Golden LEAF Foundation, marking the largest academic grant ever received by a school in Lenoir County Public Schools. The funding is being used to expand academic programming, enhance instructional practices, and provide additional supports to help ensure long-term success for all students.

“We are grateful for the continued support of our partners at the state and local levels,” said LCPS Superintendent Brent Williams. “This investment is making a meaningful difference for our students and staff, and we are proud of the progress taking place at Contentnea-Savannah.”

The Golden LEAF initiative at Contentnea-Savannah K-8 School represents a significant step forward in the district’s commitment to academic excellence and student success.