District News

School year opens with big bump in enrollment

At the end of this school year’s first week, on Sept. 2, student enrollment was up 134 compared to the same point a year ago – an increase of 1.6 percent – and student membership increased by 112 in the same comparison.

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Five tapped for Rural Teacher Leadership Network.

Teachers April Modlin and Jessie Van Cura of Contentnea-Savannah K-8 School, Kaylah Blount and Eunesia Taylor of Rochelle Middle School and Amanda Robles of Southwood Elementary School are participating in this program for the 2022-2023 school year with 31 other teachers from six other counties.

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Four LCPS administrators in new roles for new school year

Personnel changes announced Monday send Contentnea-Savannah K-8 School principal Rhonda Greene to North Lenoir High School, Northwest Elementary School principal Dr. Heather Walston to Contentnea-Savannah K-8 and Contentnea-Savannah assistant principal Christy Eubanks to Northwest Elementary as principal. Also approved was the appointment of four new assistant principals.

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LCPS gearing up for 'blockbuster' of summer learning

Already, nearly 2,000 students have enrolled in the summer learning sessions that begin July 5 for elementary students and July 11 for middle and high school students. All four academic camps run Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will end on July 28.

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LCPS and Kinston Community Health Center are offering in-school dental screenings for elementary and middle school students who do not have a regular dentist. Learn more and register here.

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LCPS seeking substitute teachers

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of young people in Lenoir County by becoming a substitute teacher? LCPS is now taking applications for the 2021-2022 school year. To qualify, applicants must complete an Effective Teacher Training course (offered at Lenoir Community College) or possess a valid teaching license, complete an online application and get on the waiting list for an interview. For more information call the HR Department at 252-527-1109.

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