To all the Ec teachers, service providers, and EC leads—thank you for launching this school year with energy, compassion, and unwavering dedication. Your work is the heartbeat of inclusive education, and your commitment to every learner sets the tone for success. Whether you’re crafting IEPs, delivering specialized instruction, providing therapies, or leading with vision and heart—you are making a difference from day one. The start of the year has been strong because of YOU.👏👏👏🙏

A shout-out to Ms. Rhonda Arrington for assisting schools in the district with bus transportation for students. Thank you for going the extra mile.

-Shout out to Mr. Williams, our receptionist and bookkeeper, for making the Chromebook distribution process smooth and efficient!

-Shout out to Ms. Hewlin for juggling so many responsibilities with excellence—as our diabetic care manager, testing coordinator, P.E. teacher, and support person for 4th grade. We appreciate your dedication and flexibility in serving our students and staff!

-A big shout-out to the parents of our scholars on Bus 205 for stepping up and providing transportation during our driver shortage. Your support and partnership mean so much, and we truly appreciate your commitment to keeping our students on track.

N. Claude

B. Faulcon

D. Minggia

C. Clements-Jones

N. Fleming

A. Strother

Shout-out to the Empowerment Zone students for 82% completion of diagnostic tests.

Shout-out to Ms. Janice Jones for disaggregating student data to assist with scheduling.

Gabriella Lynch: 10th grade, Gabriella (Gabby) displayed wonderful public speaking skills while presenting her project for the novel, A Long Way Gone. 

Travis Jones

Antonio Hawkins

Christopher Williams

Zabdiel Dewar 

Samira Phillips

The following students collaborated in groups to complete the economic trade-offs activity and successfully demonstrated mastery of the skill.

Brandy Freeman

CaMya Pittman

Sha'Niyah Britt

Ja'Niyla Pierce

Aniyah Brinkley

Shout out to Ja'Vern Jones and Saquan Manley for earning over 100 trophies in Math, Reading, and Language Arts in Learning Path. Keep up the great work!

Ms. Kimberlin Richardson –Halifax Indian Education Coordinator from Lumbee Tribe

Ms. Brandy Lynn Freeman –scholar of Halifax County Early College, 2024-2025 Ms Haliwa Saponi Princess, from Haliwa Saponi Tribe,


Our scholars enjoyed an enriching experience exploring the traditions, stories, and cultural heritage shared by our guests. It was both educational and inspiring to connect with and celebrate the cultures of our own community.

Today we’re celebrating our amazing 7th Grade Science Teacher, Mr. Pendergat! 🔬🌟

Mr. Pendergat brings energy, creativity, and hands-on learning to the classroom every day. From engaging labs to inspiring discussions, he makes science come alive for our Vikings. 🚀🧪

Thank you, Mr. Pendergat, for your dedication and passion—you truly embody what it means to Lead, Learn, & Level Up!

#VikingPride #TeacherShoutOut #STEMStrong #LeadLearnLevelUp

Let’s give a big round of applause to Mr. Jaylen Rainey, our incredible Band Teacher and SGA Advisor! 🎶👏

Mr. Rainey has gone above and beyond to support our Student Government Association candidates as they prepared to deliver their speeches to the entire student body. From listening to practice runs, offering thoughtful feedback, and coaching delivery, to guiding students in shaping their writing—Mr. Rainey has been there every step of the way. 📝🎤

Your dedication, leadership, and commitment to student success shine through, Mr. Rainey. Thank you for pouring your time, energy, and heart into helping our Vikings Lead, Learn, & Level Up! 💙💛

#VikingPride #TeacherShoutOut #SGAStrong #LeadLearnLevelUp

A shout-out to Rodney Moore, Daquan Branch, and Sincere Person for perfect attendance this week.

Your hard work, dedication, and unstoppable spirit shine both on and off the field and court. You represent our school with excellence and pride, and this achievement is just the beginning! ✨

A special thank you to Ms. Strother, Mr. Tinaza, Ms. Jones, and Ms. Hedgepeth for serving as our judges during this wonderful occasion. 👏🎉

Wildcats, we are proud of you! 🐾💙

Chosen from many applicants across the region, Ms. Jacintos will join other outstanding educators to share ideas, learn innovative practices, and explore ways to help our students thrive in a global community.

Please join us in congratulating Ms. Jacintos on this amazing honor!

Vice-President--Rylee Richardson

Secretary- Kiyley Sparkman

5th Grade Representative-- Kimaya Richardson and Jayla Deloatch

4th Grade Representative--Maecey Evans and Jayden Valentine

Brown- 3rd Grade Representative- Lucas Richardson

Richardson-- 3rd Grade Representative--Khloe Davis and Kaiden Britt

We look forward to seeing how you will lead our school to greater heights!

President: Destiney Silver

Vice President: Kaydence Johnson

Secretary: Julian Powell

Treasurer: Semiyah Johnson

Historian: Kendall Goods

Class Representative: Aubrey Johnson

Congratulations to each of you! We are excited for you to serve Wildcats PrideLand and lead our school community with dedication and pride. 💙💛

✨ Thank you, Ms. Hewlin, for coordinating Walk to School Day and the NCSBA Poster Contest.
✨ Thank you, Mrs. Broadus, for launching our Student Government Association Council.
✨ Thank you, Ms. Tan and Ms. Colipano, for organizing a wonderful Filipino Heritage Month assembly program.

Your creativity, leadership, and dedication continue to enrich our students’ experiences and strengthen our school community. We appreciate you! 💛

Keep up the awesome work!

Whether she's tackling daily tasks, jumping in where needed, or simply bringing her positive and professional attitude to work every day, she exemplifies what it means to be a team player. Her commitment, adaptability, and work ethic are truly appreciated.

Thank you for everything you do. We are so fortunate to have you on our team!

A shout-out to Ms. Ida Nicholson and Ms. Janice Jones for assisting with the Pre-ACT assessment this week.

We’re so proud to announce that our scholars’ proposal has been accepted for NCTIES 2026! 🙌 They will be presenting alongside other students representing Inborden Elementary STEAM Academy and Halifax County Schools at Raleigh Covention Center by March 2026!

Shout out to Yosef Paclauna, Mary Alice Cooper, Jayden Daniel, Aubree Daniels, Alyna Baez, KaTrevion Bellamy,Julian Powell, Kaydence Johnson and Davidwayne Smallwood.

They are mentored by Mr Justus Okwaro STEM Teacher, Mrs Olivia Monroy, 2nd Grade Teacher and Mrs Alda Paclauna, 5th Grade Teacher.

This is an amazing opportunity for our young innovators to showcase their creativity, teamwork, and love for learning.

As they continue to prepare for this big event, let’s keep cheering them on and showing our full Wildcat support!

#WildcatPride #STEAMStrong #NCTIES2026 #HalifaxRise

This recognition celebrates your outstanding commitment to ensuring that every child is Healthy, Safe, Engaged, Supported, and Challenged—the five tenets of the Whole Child framework. Your work exemplifies what it means to put students at the center of every decision.

Second grade students for consistently using the word of the day in a sentence and sharing with Ms. Lynch.

Dylan Moseley for asking engaging questions and thanking presenters at the Halifax Harvest Days.

Fourth and fifth grade students for displaying positive behavior at Halifax Harvest Days.

Daisy Penilla selected as October Employee of the Month.

Mrs. Moreno, Ms. Roman, Ms. Torres, Ms. De la Hoz, Ms. Castejon for coordinating the Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration.

Ms. King for coordinating our STEM: Fuel for Life project.

A shout-out to Errin Wilson, Ja'Vern Jones, ZyAsia Moore, Saquan Manley, TayVeun Watson, Zhane Hendricks, and Kamren Green for assisting with parking at the Halifax County Harvest Day. You represented us very well.

It was an engaging delivery and directly adds support to the required negotiable instructional strategies already established.  The district mentors received numerous positive comments from attendees who found the presentation to be of value.

Your students are showing amazing vocabulary growth and excitement for learning new words. Keep up the good work- you’re setting a wonderful example for the whole school!

PreK for our site visit and no compliance issues.

Third grade for having the most trophies earned in our Exact Path Challenge.

Da'yon Pugh for earning the most trophies during our Exact Path Challenge.

A shout-out to Aidan Richardson and Saquan Manley for creating the EZ Fun Day on Friday through PBL (Project-Based Learning )activities. What an awesome job on using your skills!

I. Shout Out for

Brandon Lee and Mashayla Brown

for scoring 85%  on NC check-ins. And consistently being proficient on all class tests.

II. Shout out for

Yazmeen Manley and Chassidy Daniel

for their Best kept notebooks and their note taking practices.

her learning path and earning 226 trophies.

2. A shout-out to Saquan Manley for earning 201 trophies, Kamren Green for earning 146 trophies, Errin Wilson for earning 127 trophies, and Rodney Moore for earning 108 trophies.

3. A shout-out to Mrs. Loretta Carter's homeroom class for completing their senior interview prep packages! Job well done.

4. A shout-out to the Empowerment Zones students and staff for working and assisting at the Pop-Up Market at the Halifax County Center. Your help was greatly appreciated by our stakeholders, citizens, and partners.

Kalel Daniels, Illiana Bobbitt, and Tianna High for helping to clean up water that was spilled in the cafeteria during breakfast.

Students for trying to use the word of the day in a sentence each day.

Our scholars collectively read an outstanding 27,838 minutes!

A special congratulations to Alyna Baez, who was named the North Carolina Statewide Reading Champion for logging an amazing 2,130 reading minutes during the marathon!

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Battle for gracing the awarding ceremony and to Ms. Hedgepeth for her continuous support of this meaningful class endeavor.

Certificates were proudly awarded by Mr. John Zoccola, Director of Communications for Read with Malcolm, and Mrs. Nicole Zoccola, Read with Malcolm Educator Advisory Board Member. 🎖️

Way to go, scholars! Keep reading, keep leading, and keep making us proud! 💪📚✨

Kindergarten is currently in the lead for the highest attendance rate for the month of November.

Khyron Purnell- November Student of the Month

Jazmin Roman- November Employee of the Month

💯 Caitlyn Natale – 92%
👏 Tamara Solomon – 88%
🔥 Javontae Little – 84%
🔥 Harmoni Johnson – 84%
🔥 Josiah Medina – 84%
🌟 Daiyona King – 76%
🌟 Kameron Parker – 76%

And special recognition to these students who scored between 60–69% and showed solid effort:

1. Ja'Kaira Ray

2. Maverick Forrest

3. Cameron Patterson

4. Landon Hawkins

5. Gabriella Norwood

6. Arjhaveya Whitaker

So proud of your hard work and dedication—keep pushing, keep growing, and keep shining! 🌟📈 #MathSuccess

Coach Perry's leadership was the driving force behind the Lady Trojans' dramatic improvement this season. In just her third year as head coach, Ms. Perry guided the team to a remarkable second-place finish in their conference, a significant jump from last year’s seventh-place standing.

"This honor is truly a reflection of the hard work and commitment of every player on the team," said Coach Perry. "I am immensely proud of the Lady Trojans for their willingness to push their limits, improve their skills, and embrace our team culture, both on and off the court. Their dedication to our shared goals is what made this season such a success."

Kindergarten for the highest attendance for the month of November.

Congratulations to the outstanding students from Southeast, Northwest, and Early College who participated in the District Civics Bowl Competition. Your hard work, teamwork, and dedication were truly evident throughout the event.

A special congratulations to Southeast, our overall district champion!

We are also excited to announce the top five student competitors who will represent Halifax County Schools in the Regional Civics Bowl Competition sponsored by State Representative Rodney Pierce:

• Chassidy Daniels – Early College

• Brandon Pagan – Northwest

• Aaron Roberson – Northwest

• Alarrah Powell – Southeast

• Te’Navion Pitts – Southeast

We are incredibly proud of each student who competed. Thank you for showcasing your knowledge, leadership, and school pride. Halifax County Schools celebrates you!

Kamren Green - 246 Trophies

Ja'Vern Jones - 246 Trophies

Saquan Manley - 222 Trophies

Errin Wilson - 145 Trophies

Rodney Moore - 109 Trophies

Jaden Richardson - 106 Trophies

Michael High - 103 Trophies

Keep the momentum going! We're so proud of you.

The following scholars for 100 or more points in student growth on Exact Path mid year diagnostic:

Reading: Carter Hockaday, Mallory Morris, Ariyonna Jones, Hunter Harris, E'Niyzae Jones, Michael Lee, Dylan Moseley

Math: Kalie Bryant, Carter Hockaday, Julian Rhodes, Otis Williams, Zoey Conner, Larenza Pugh, Dylan Moseley

Scholars who had perfect attendance and Honor Roll for quarter 1

Scholars who met the PBIS criteria for November and attended the PBIS Glow Party.

Keep up the good work

Although our journey has paused for now, this doesn’t mean it’s over. You all have made an impact on my life both professionally and personally & I am forever grateful for you all.

No one person makes an entire team. We all contributed to the success we were able to share with one another.

Thank you for helping me grow into the man & professional I am today. I hope that I impacted you all the way you all impacted me.

Your success is my success and my success is your success.

Until we meet again,

Mr. Tre’Quan Richardson

We held it down. We gave our best. We are the best.

Thank you all for being my family away from home. Thank you all for being a team that I could depend on.

I will truly miss standing beside you all as we conquered every challenge we were faced with.

Continue to be great & show everyone what team finance is all about!

Thank you for coming to our district and being THE BEST leader I’ve had the privilege of working for.

You encouraged us to be great and you supported us in everything we did. You gave & continue to give Halifax County every ounce of effort you have, & you are deserving of all the appreciation your hard work will bring.

Team Finance will always prosper because of their leader constantly pouring into his employees.

Again, I thank you & I appreciate everything.

Third grade winning the December Exact Path Learning challenge by earning 103 trophies.

The following students for earning the most trophies in Exact Path for their grade level:

3rd grade A'Leah Silver

4th grade Taliyah Willis

5th grade Layla Johnson

Tara Barrett December Employee of the Month

A special thank you to our STEAM Coach, Mr. Justus Okwaro, for his guidance and dedication in supporting our scholars every step of the way. We are incredibly proud of this team!

Kinsley Evans

Jahmir Williams

100% on math and spelling Friday Assessments

Also shouting out

Melani Tabb

Clamousca Roland

Yashua Johnson

De’Jace Lassiter

For also receiving 100 on their Friday Math Assessments.

Ettlelia Alcindor

Ric'Quavion Alston

Kamri Arrington

Jai'Ceon Baker

Zamiya Battle

Gabriela Gamboa

Deshawn Johnson

Nhi'Cere Mills

Kiera Pittman

Evelin Rodriquez-Cruz

Joshawn Rudd

Carla Valmor-Rueda

Great job as well to Ms. Jacintos, HOSA Adviser and Health Science Instructor, for your leadership and continued support of student excellence.

We proudly recognize Kaylah Manley, Anastasia Bailey, Jahzara Sparkman, Carisma Pearson, Kamiya Greene, Jayla Jones, Angel Hewlin, and Diamond Alston for laying a strong foundation for future HOSA members at NCTA.

A special shout-out to their adviser, Ms. Marites Jacintos, for her outstanding leadership, guidance, and commitment to excellence

Kindergarten: 65% of the grade is in green Tier 1. Annatasia Webb- highest score

1st grade: 50% of grade is in green Tier 1. Zahir Barrett- highest score

2nd grade: Jeremiah Silver, Kamiel Person, and Ynigo Penilla- highest score

mClass Middle of the year assessment

Kindergarten: 65% of the students are at or above grade level in mClass and 60% for mClass Lectura (Spanish)

Way to go to our scholars! Our Pre-K students did an amazing job exploring their homes and finding items that begin with the letter I, our 2nd graders shined by creating and sharing outstanding PBL projects about our Native American community, and our 5th graders showed responsibility by joining Zoom and staying focused and engaged. We are also so proud of all of our scholars who finished their learning packets and completed their Clever activities — your hard work truly shows!

A special shout-out to our incredible staff for their continued dedication and for creating intentional, meaningful learning experiences for our scholars — no matter the setting.

And a heartfelt thank you to our amazing parents and families for supporting our scholars and helping them stay successful during remote learning. Your partnership truly makes a difference!

⭐ Way to go, Wildcats! ⭐

KaTrevion, you truly showed what it means to take charge of your learning, especially as you transitioned back from remote learning. Your commitment to pushing yourself and not giving up is something to be proud of and a great example for others.

Keep up the outstanding work and continue to Strive for 5—the sky’s the limit!

Their session, “Click, Connect, Collaborate: Small Groups Making a Difference,” highlights the impactful work happening in our classrooms and showcases their commitment to innovative instruction, collaboration, and student-centered learning.

Congratulations to both educators for representing our school and district with excellence and for sharing best practices with educators across North Carolina! 👏💙

1. Demarius Daniels

2. Iyana M. Harrison

3.IMmanuel Jones

4. Ka'Naveon McDaniel

5. Melissa Moreno Carillo

6. Demond Whitaker

7. Erika Allen

8. Teddrah Joyner

9. Tyrone  MIller

10.Carlos Ortega-Mendez

11. Naomi WHitaker

12.Markeon Whitley

13. Johnny Yanez.

Your speed, dedication, and hard work have paid off in a BIG way , now crowned the NCHSAA 1A/2A Indoor State Champion! Southeast is beyond proud of you! Way to represent and make your mark in the history books!

Da'yon Pugh- January Student of the Month

Mary Boone - January Employee of the Month

The first 14 students to complete their Treasure Map for BookBlast:

Greyson Pierce, Gregory Pierce, Gavin Pierce, Nolan Richardson, Micah Patterson, Cortez Sesson, Nyla Silver, Avarie Reid, Jeremiah Reid, Hayden Brigman, Cayden Walker, Kai Sidbury, Malik Whitehead, Janai Silver

Bus drivers- thank you for all you do for our students.

Thank you for being advocates, problem-solvers, and champions of student success. I am grateful to work alongside each of you!

Great Job 4th Grade!!!!

Alyna Baez, Kaydence Johnson, Julian Powell, Davidwayne Smallwood,Kendall Goods, Mary Alice Cooper, Aleah Robinson,KaTrevion Bellamy, Yosef Paclauna, Aubree Daniels mentored by Mr Justus Okwaro, Mrs Alda Laur Paclauna, and Ms Olivia Monroy.

These scholars have worked diligently to create a presentation that thoughtfully aligns with North Carolina Standards for ELA, Math, and Science. They have demonstrated creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and strong academic understanding throughout this process.

From integrating reading and writing standards, applying mathematical problem-solving skills, to incorporating scientific concepts and inquiry — they have truly showcased what it means to be well-rounded STEAM learners.

We are incredibly proud of their hard work, dedication, and professionalism as they prepare to represent our school. They are ready to shine and show how our scholars bring the NC Standards to life through innovation and creative learning!

Let’s cheer them on as they prepare to present!

Students in Ret. Lt. Col. Michael Jones’ JROTC program joined other CTE students for a visit to Enfield Middle School STEM Academy to share information about JROTC.

Shelton Boone, Markaya Williams, Melissa Carillo, and T’Jiyah Webb spoke about leadership and teamwork while leading interactive activities for middle school students.

Mr. Carlos Cummings’ Culinary Arts students — Arianna Baez, Shaniya Powell, Evan Pablo Castro, Lucas Dong, and Mylieah Tidwell — proudly showcased and gave away Culinary Arts products while sharing insights about their Culinary Arts pathway during the visit their visit to  Enfield Middle School STEM Academy as part of CTE month celebration. 

Their presentation highlighted creativity, skill development, and the exciting opportunities within the Culinary Arts program.

A special thank you to our CTE team for setting the tone and creating an amazing vibe for the day. Your hard work behind the scenes does not go unnoticed.

This is one of my favorite pictures from the day because it captures community focus, collaboration, and opportunity in action.

Certifications in hand. Futures loading. Success pending.

They come prepared, stay engaged during instruction, and contribute meaningfully to class activities. Their focus and steady progress in developing their coding skills reflect their commitment to growth.

They contribute thoughtfully to class discussions, stay engaged during lessons, and consistently uphold expectations. Their positive presence supports a productive learning environment and reflects well on the class as a whole.

🥇 1st Place: Arriana Baez – 11th Grade
🥈 2nd Place: Breanna – 11th Grade
🥉 3rd Place: Trinity Natale – 12th Grade

Thank you to all who participated and helped us celebrate Black History Month through art. Your creativity and hard work truly made this celebration special! 👏🏾🖤

🥇 1st Place: Azarah Brown
🥈 2nd Place: Briana Graves
🥉 3rd Place: Zaria Robinson

We are incredibly proud of our students for their creativity, thoughtfulness, and pride. Thank you for helping us celebrate Black History Month in such a meaningful way! 👏✨

Students in Mr. Diel’s Sales Class — Anderson, Zaniya; Caudle, Erica J.; Nelson, Ja'Khyri A.; Smith, Tristin; Barnes, Malique D.; Bunn, Dante S.; Lloyd, A'Ziyah N.; Ward, Star'Niyah A.; Arrington, Sha'Niyah J.; Ortega Mendez, Carlos; Pittman, Christian E.; Powell, Janiya M.; Staton, Mahogany D.; and Ward, Mha'Kayshia J. — had the opportunity to experience and observe real-world sales and distribution operations at the Lowe's Distribution Center.

The visit provided them with valuable insight into how sales, logistics, and customer service work together within a large organization. Students were highly engaged throughout the tour and developed a deeper understanding of how classroom concepts are applied in an authentic business environment.

Because of their excellent presentation, our scholars also received invitations to present at other conferences — an incredible achievement! 🌟

👏 Shout out to:

Alyna, KaTrevion, Aleah, Julian, Kaydence, Davidwayne, Mary Alice, Aubree, and Kendall!

We are very proud of your hard work and confidence in representing Halifax County Schools with excellence.

Special thanks to the mentors Mrs. Paclauna and Mr. Okwaro for guiding and supporting our scholars throughout this journey.

🐾 Way to go, Wildcats! The future engineers and innovators are shining bright! 🚀

Debba Arrington - February Employee of the Month

Congratulations to the Exact Path Reading Challenge winners: Da'yon Pugh, Javion Bryant, Michael Lee, Dylan Moseley

Way to go Fourth grade! Highest attendance rate for the month of February.

They proudly showcased how to strengthen small group instruction by incorporating the 9 instructional strategies and the effective use of technology to support student learning. Their session highlighted engaging practices that help scholars collaborate, think critically, and succeed in the classroom.

Your dedication to innovation and excellence truly represents Wildcat Pride and the amazing work happening at Inborden and Halifax County Schools! 🐾💻📚

Recognition also goes to Ms. Angela Richardson for her commitment to students’ success and for always going the extra mile. Your dedication makes a real difference!

Shout out to our CTE students:

Te’Navion Pitts, Mikell Williams, Darnell Miller, Emily Rivera, Valeria Granados, Zaniya Anderson, and Myra Lawrence, Te’Navion Pitts, Ny’Quavios Johnson, Valeria Granados, Tarmorse Vines, and Tyler Boseman for rolling up their sleeves to harvest fresh salad greens and plant even more. Your hard work and dedication truly show!

Special thanks to Mr. Reginald Cotten, Farm Manager, for driving the bus, leading orientation, and providing clear explanations to support student learning. Appreciation also goes to Mr. Gundani, AgEd teacher, for assisting and supporting throughout the experience.

Keep growing!

Shoutout to Ms. Marites Jacintos’ Health Science students — Ashawnti Ford, Keasia Boyd, Kayden Little, and Lakisha Jefferson — for staying engaged, focused, and actively applying what they’ve learned. Despite being outnumbered and learning alongside students from other class, they continued to demonstrate resilience and commitment to their work. 

Kudos as well to Ms. Jacintos for maintaining a strong learning environment while covering additional class.

Special thanks to Ms. Joyce Nieto, Lowe’s Human Resource Director, for making this event possible, and to Mr. Muzata for selecting students who represented SCPA.

A special thank you to Mr. Muzata for his continued support and guidance in helping students reach their goals.

Special thanks to Mr. Muzata for his support and guidance in helping students for completing their credentials.

Shoutout to the students in Dr. Leon Abbott’s HVACR class—Akelis Richardson, Neveah Foster, Mykiah Mason, Aaron Roberson, Silas Young, Jayden Richardson, Gregory Oglesby, and Jordyn Gaitling—for participating in a valuable learning experience at the Lowe’s Distribution Center in Garysburg.

Students gained real-world insight from the Maintenance Department, strengthening their readiness for future careers.

Special thanks to Dr. Abbott for selecting student representatives, and to Ms. Joyce Nieto, Lowe’s Distribution Human Resources Director, and Mr. Matthew Alverson, Lowe’s Distribution Maintenance Manager, for making this experience possible.

Students recognized for their engagement:

• Janiya Green

• Zahir Barajas

• Johnathan Rowland

• Richard Velazquez

• Malik Mills

• Kameron Dancy

• Christopher Williams

• William Riley

• Amir’Reka Richardson

Students in Ms. Jacintos’ Health Science I class—Shaniya Lyons, Jalayah Hunter, Natashia Heflin, Jayla Sykes, Markiya Carter, and Aniya Silver—were actively engaged in learning, demonstrating focus and commitment to their academic growth.

Ms. Jacintos was also recognized during the morning announcements at Northeast Halifax Collegiate and Technical Academy, highlighting her dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence in supporting student success.

These students demonstrated the power of hands-on learning and real-world readiness. Special thank you to Mr. Lapitan for equipping students with these essential, life-saving skills! Watch Mr. Lapitan's iMatter Rally video https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gawHvV2R6n-eXdY6ySrxN4e5AEXqzUUK/view?ts=69c0a676

Kudos to Dr. Abbott as well. It takes a dedicated mentor to bridge the gap between textbook theory and real-world, hands-on career readiness.

Whether it’s too hot or too cold, the world will be counting on you to fix it.

 Recognizing:

• Froster, Nevaeh A

• Gatling, Jordyn A

• Mason, My’Kiah Z

• Nicholson, Lamya

• Richardson, Jayden O

  Continue building skills that truly matter!

Their presentation, “Small Moves, Big Thinking: Strategies That Transform Math Learning,” highlights the power of intentional instruction and innovative strategies that support student success.

Roy Artis- March Employee of the Month

Students who participated in the Special Olympics

Students were met the March PBIS Challenge and attended the ice cream social. There were 110 students eligible. Keep up the positive behavior.

Special recognition to Ret. Lt. Col. Michael Jones, JROTC instructor, for his leadership, guidance, and dedication to student success. Your mentorship continues to make a lasting impact!

Special recognition to Ms. Jacinto for her dedication, leadership, and commitment to preparing students for real-world healthcare careers. Your impact is making a difference!

Special recognition to Ret. Lt. Col. Michael Jones, JROTC instructor, for his initiative and continued commitment to guiding and empowering our students.

This credential verifies that students have the essential food safety knowledge needed to protect the public from foodborne illness and is accredited by the American National Accreditation Board (ANAB) under the Conference for Food Protection Standards.

Special recognition to Mr. Cummings for his dedication, expert instruction, and commitment to preparing students for success in the culinary industry.

The following scholars grew 90 or more points on the EOY Exact Path diagnostic benchmark

Reading: Eli Hendricks, Robert Richardson, A'Lisia Silver, Aiden Hawkins, Janai Silver Javion Bryant, Michael Lee

Math: Iliana Cook, Brandon Beausoleil, Aiden Hawkins, Lakayja Kee, E'Niyzae Jones, Javion Bryant

A special recognition to Ms. Ward for implementing engaging learning stations that allowed every student to take part in meaningful, hands-on activities. It was great to see such enthusiasm and involvement across the classroom. More pictures https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1p4O_wwbY3mUrwJjLI7S5tMgvt0maL4wJ

Students:

• Tajiyanna S. Caudle

• Amya L. Dowtin

• Arionna J. Edmonds

• Brittany M. Ellis

• Kaleb L. Ezell

• Thy'sheanna J. Johnson

• Jah'Vell C. Perry

• Ja'Keil K. Richardson

• Jayla S. Smith

Special recognition also goes to Mr. Carlos Cummings for his dedication and guidance in the Culinary Arts class. Your support continues to inspire student success and excellence. More photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/V82KKtYjALp5tZJ76

Special recognition to Mr. Carlos Cummings, Culinary Arts teacher, for providing meaningful, real-world, hands-on experiences that continue to build student confidence and skill in the kitchen. More photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/GNqKLgpqiWxwpKj8A

Special recognition to Mr. Carlos Cummings for consistently pouring his expertise into his students and helping them build real-world culinary skills that will serve them well beyond the classroom. More photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/E5HYSzynWXyyWGCC7

Special recognition to Dr. McClain for supporting this educational field trip, Ms.Shannon Smith, SCPA Cafeteria Manager, for preparing lunch for our students, Ms. Briana S. Hardy, Assistant Director of Transportation & Maintenance, for ensuring transportation arrangements were secured, Mr. Smith for getting everyone there and back safely, and Mr. Carlos Cummings for assisting Ms. Bello with organizing this meaningful learning experience.

Experiences like this bring classroom learning to life and give students a deeper appreciation for where food begins before it reaches the plate. More photos : https://photos.app.goo.gl/wY4ajmtfMMn3Q23E6

Special recognition to Mr.  Cummings for turning everyday lessons into meaningful, hands-on experiences that truly bring cooking to life and prepare students for real-world success. More photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/mr37LcL5eH8bgCLJ9

Special recognition to Mr. Cummings for consistently providing meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that help students build confidence, skill, and real-world culinary knowledge. More photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/svCd55kyVQJpJaVw9

Special recognition to Mr. Cummings for his consistent dedication and commitment to showing up every day to teach, guide, and support his students in developing real culinary skills and professionalism in the kitchen. More photos; https://photos.app.goo.gl/Mtxf3Zi3SBrQosFJ6

Special recognition to Mr. Cummings for all that he does to support, guide, and challenge his students through meaningful, real-world culinary experiences that build both skill and confidence in the kitchen. More photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/AvXnbzNh59c7z4ZS8

Special recognition to Mr. Cummings for his dedication, guidance, and commitment to preparing students for success through consistent hands-on instruction and high expectations in the culinary arts classroom. More photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/pCVAjZLuPWmsqnYs7

During the visit, students learned about the cosmetology program requirements, including program length, tuition costs, and available financial aid opportunities. They also toured the facility and had the opportunity to engage with current students, gaining real insight into the day-to-day experiences of a cosmetology student.

Special recognition goes to Dr. LaVonne McClain, CTE Director supporting this trip; Dr. Shronda Smith, NCTA Guidance Counselor, and Ms. Schquetta Hawkins, HCS Career Development Coordinator, for their continued support and collaboration in assisting Mrs. Bello, HCS Curriculum and Instruction Management Coordinator with organizing this impactful career exploration experience for students. More photos: https://photos.google.com/album/AF1QipN_-WlZqC3AjfXawDONRg8la6RXgGBGkbXv5Zkq

Students from Southeast Halifax Collegiate Preparatory Academy (SCPA)  who are interested in hair design participated in a valuable field trip to Alexander Paul Institute of Hair Design in Greenville.

During the visit, students learned about the cosmetology program requirements, including program length, tuition costs, and available financial aid opportunities. They also toured the facility and had the opportunity to engage with current students, gaining real insight into the day-to-day experiences of a cosmetology student.

Students who joined the trip: 

1. Mahogany Staton

2. Keshiya Evans 

3. Heaven Lynch 

4. Dream Lynch

5. Azaria Morgan

6. A’Dariah Williams

7. Amere Daniels

8. T’Jiyah Webb

9. Destiny Richardson

10. Jaliyah Caudle 

11. Jasiya Young 

12. Rashiya Cooper

13. Jy’Nasia McDaniel

14. Shaniya Hayward

15. Janiya Powell

Special recognition goes to Dr. LaVone McClain, CTE Director for making this trip happen, Ms. Jessica Woodson, SCPA  Guidance Counselor for her  continued support and collaboration in assisting Mrs. Bello with organizing this impactful career exploration experience for students. More photos: https://photos.google.com/album/AF1QipNOeMqwTIO421W39ugaY2PFtJ8EDI6W3X1T6AO0

To bring cultural connection into the experience, students also took a themed “walk to Jamaica and back,” building engagement and creativity while learning about the origins and flavors behind the dishes they prepared.

Special recognition to Mr. Cummings for consistently providing meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that develop student skills, confidence, and passion for culinary arts. More photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipMz1__KD15jMkpOrvM9L5xobiAWL21jDu-aClo9vPklH020-hKsZnHkiS13H17yBQ?key=ekhyanRnNDRGaWRxZThlNEF2RFV1TnJXTElvYkFn

These students truly demonstrated leadership, responsibility, and culinary skill in a real-world setting and deserve recognition for their hard work and dedication.

Kudos to Mr. Carlos Cummings for consistently developing student skills and creating meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that prepare students for success beyond the classroom. More photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipOW1AdY4nhAiZ9TzGIazituK82jBICi2SzpF7aH9MR_eRsDxOFTlvfoNSb_mbOh9w?key=OHJwb0FERmFhci05c0Q2MHYyaVhFRkdfWllEaWN3

Special shout out to Janae Washington, Elexis Norfleet, and Kymani Lee for their hard work, focus, and excellent team effort throughout the practical.

Recognition goes to Mr. Cummings for his continued commitment to developing student skills through hands-on, real-world culinary experiences that build confidence and professionalism in the kitchen. More photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipPUlHMw4OjzXrvSPzgGvFOiwQwNa_qf8OssHSgbUizXG-3CCIv-sA4HXV7l398H6Q?key=RHF6dVdORDBxWXlBbV8yM2F4aFJXUkxkSnlwRVl3

This practical highlighted their growth, attention to detail, and ability to execute professional-level dessert techniques.

Special recognition to Mr. Carlos Cummings for consistently pushing students to excel and developing their skills through meaningful, hands-on culinary experiences. More Photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipOHe9-_5iG8dXju2ubJ7Ng2TIlF8M4NUEQlB-17kpZnGHr5fuNSOp0bykYsre2u4Q?key=TUNESl8tYUdGRnJOYUhtajR6SHotNF9BdkVNc1RR

This assignment highlighted students’ patience, precision, and growing confidence in advanced baking skills from start to finish.

Special recognition to Mr. Carlos Cummings for his continued dedication to providing hands-on, skill-building experiences that challenge students and bring culinary learning to life. More photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipOAKExVIFMdkFKPiSx1clNH5R2YLEIHJgvorZb_5ODO-Fo3zHjJrNYvUAWoFhZviA?key=S2xHanBjWDllZmlvUk5JUy1Ndk5VZlpDSmJYSERB

Shoutout to Ms. Jersan Ward’s Child Development class for their successful and engaging rotation lessons. Students actively participated in hands-on station activities designed to build understanding of child growth, development, and caregiving skills. 

Special recognition goes to Ms. Jersan Ward for her ability to structure engaging, hands-on experiences that ensure  students are not only learning content but also applying it in meaningful, practical ways that prepare them for future academic and career pathways. More photos: https://photos.google.com/album/AF1QipNFDmwP5FxXd7UOL-8PqLbeVBFGBDmu1sjqekdD

Special shoutouts to Lucas Dong, Raquan Scott , Mylieah Tidwell, Cameron Sharpe, Shaniya Powell, Rakevious Gary, and Arianna Baez for their hard work, creativity, and attention to detail.

Recognition to Mr. Carlos Cummings for continuing to provide engaging, real-world culinary experiences that challenge students and elevate their skills in both preparation and presentation. More photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/L6z4yh1m4NJibJHM9

This hands-on experience allowed students to apply culinary skills in a professional-style setting while building confidence, teamwork, and responsibility.

Special shoutout to Kymani Lee, Janae Washington, and Elexis Norfleet for their hard work, dedication, and excellent performance throughout the practical.

Recognition goes to Mr. Carlos Cummings for consistently creating meaningful, real-world learning experiences that prepare students for success in the culinary field. More photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/TBmbSLhbsPyzcgAC6

 Special recognition to Dr. McClain, CTE Director, and Mrs. Bello, Curriculum and Instruction Management Coordinator, for their collaboration in planning this meaningful experience. Appreciation is also extended to Ms. Hawkins, Career Development Coordinator, and Ms. Suarez for ensuring transportation logistics were secured and for selecting students who would benefit from this opportunity.

Students who joined the trip:

1. Diamond Alston

2. Markese Harvey

3. Jeremyah Hawkins

4. Christopher Williams

5. Daveion Richardson

6. Jayden Watson

7. Auroara Lynch

8. Jaqueline Perez

9. Briana Graves

10. Nathan Rosas

11. Montavious Woodley

12. Aniyah Davis

13. Jyah Ward

14. Ethan Burnette

More photos: https://photos.google.com/album/AF1QipPT5lPzT2b8bu5KH4hV0meo7LwfXjip7RyGtfrb

More photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipOW4IiBOARmKP0CLAXHT9XGcacwY-G84nO2cwqA5zQAnX0XYZqBmjcs6Q9XslUuxg?key=eEV2TXVKaXBEbWJvdzZqTjNzYWJuWU1ZaVJJcENn

Special recognition to Mr. Carlos Cummings for creating engaging, hands-on lessons that keep students excited, motivated, and continuously building their culinary skills. More photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/jrMcgmATKdbi8b7Q7

Special recognition to Ms. Marites Jacintos for her dedication to providing students with meaningful opportunities that inspire and prepare them for careers in healthcare. #CareerFair #HealthScience #StudentSuccess. More photos: https://photos.google.com/album/AF1QipN24ZCL7Ah7lL5OLsZ2XdZjPTUWvSgwowXY0kf-

Special recognition to Ret. Master Sgt. Thurman for his continued dedication to creating rigorous, engaging, and purposeful learning experiences that challenge students to lead with confidence and discipline. More photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/Ebr5WvxnvRmmYjog9

The future of agriculture is growing strong in Ms. Suarez’s class. Watch the video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xPGCiO5BVPV42YiSNgUN0wZZYh6qNpLA/view?usp=share_link

Second grade had the opportunity to watch the life cycle of butterflies and hatch baby chicks. Great job, scholars and teachers!