Lisa Hathaway, a former special education teacher at Lexington Senior High School (LSHS), has shared with Davidson Local that she will be the new Ward 4 representative on the Lexington City Schools Board of Education.
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TCS board will become an elected position in 2023
On April 18, the Thomasville City Council adopted a resolution to covert the Thomasville City Schools Board of Education positions from appointed to elected. The first election will take place on November 7, 2023.
Explore the “Oceans of Possibility” with Summer Reading through the Davidson County Public Library
Summer reading has long been a tradition to promote literacy and knowledge during the months without school. It is an opportunity for children, teens, adults, and their families to expand their minds, learn new things, and engage their imaginations.
Rachel's Series: A high schooler's take on the height of the pandemic
Even though the COVID-19 pandemic started nearly two years ago, most people can vividly remember how the pandemic took a toll on their lives from the very beginning.
From a Teen's Perspective: Advice on College Admissions
As of May 1st, most students from the class of 2022 know where they are attending college as a member of the class of 2026. After a tumultuous year with continued complications from Covid-19 and some of the lowest college acceptance rates ever, we have reached the point where we can say we have been through the college application process.
Ann's Column: Former professor says "Use Your Noggin"
As my Dad used to say to me a lot, “use your noggin.” Of course he was telling me to use my common sense; to use my brain, not someone else’s; to think for myself.
Davidson-Davie celebrates close to 1,200 graduates
Davidson-Davie Community College today celebrated the accomplishments of 1,178 graduates who earned a collective total of 1,714 credentials – including 629 associate degrees, 191 diplomas, and 848 certificates. Forty-six high school students got a head start on college by pursuing transfer pathways through the Career & College Promise program.
Rachel's Series: A high schooler's take on COVID
March 11, 2020 will forever be a day that will be remembered for generations.
TCS' Gentry set to retire
Dr. Catherine R. Gentry announced to the Thomasville City Schools Board of Education in special session this morning of her intentions to retire from the school district.
Apply for Promoting Human Equality Scholarship award
Each recipient must be a graduating senior accepted to a four-year institution (College or University). The student must write a minimum of 250 words describing how they have promoted human equality in their settings.
Blessing Children in Need Blesses Us Too: How First Reformed UCC Works with Charles England Elementary School
Those of us who are the people of faith who call First Reformed United Church of Christ our spiritual home are fervent believers that children should be able to experience the love of God through the ministry of the church and individuals who represent it. Therefore, a ministry to children and youth in our community is always in our motivations, because they are the Church’s future.
#CollegeDecisionDay: Where's Sidney taking her talents?
After 13 college applications, five standardized tests, seven decision release dates, and a lot of writing and rewriting in between, I have decided to attend…
#CollegeDecisionDay: Our newest intern, Rachel, shares her choice
Like most members of the class of 2022, the college process has not been easy for me.
Master Gardeners Garden Tour returns in June
What happens when you mix whimsy, garden art, traditional and unique plants in historic neighborhoods together? You get the Davidson County Extension Master Gardener 2022 Garden Tour.
Lipe addresses news release regarding discrimination lawsuit
Davidson Local reached out to Davidson County Schools (DCS) Superintendent Dr. Emily Lipe regarding an article published by Legal Aid NC. The article states their ‘Our Right to Education Project’ filed a federal complaint on March 22, 2022 on behalf of a 14-year-old Black girl who attends Oak Grove High School in Davidson County.
Davidson-Davie Summer Camps: registration is open
Want summer camps to keep your elementary, middle or high school students active all summer long? Would you want your student engaged and inspired in hands-on activities that could spark an interest in science and technology, community leadership, sports, or the arts?
County library policy comes under scrutiny for religious, political groups
A Davidson County library policy could be crossing the line after one mother alleges she was not allowed to set up her foster care display at an Easter egg hunt. Genevieve Traversy said a staff member pointed to a cross on her hat and shirt before referring to a policy that prohibits political and religious organizations from setting up on library property.
Lexington Senior High School principal resigns
Dr. Anitra D. Wells, superintendent of Lexington City Schools, confirmed that principal Gene Jones has resigned his position at Lexington Senior High School effective June 30, 2022. Wells wrote in a statement, “He indicated that his reason for resigning is for personal reasons.”
THS Employment Fair has business openings
Thomasville High School is need of businesses to attend their high school employment fair on Thursday, May 5.
LCS offering STEM camp this summer
All current 5th - 7th grade students please register for an exciting 2-week STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Camp that will focus on careers.