Category Archives: Education
Watch For School Buses As Students Head Back To Class
Wayne County Public Schools will begin a modified schedule today, Tuesday, September 8, 2020. This means that school buses will be on the road as they transport students to and from schools per the mo...
Sep 08, 2020
Teachers Urge District To Reconsider Reopening Plans (PHOTO GALLERY)
Wayne County teachers make one last push to keep students learning remotely as the coronavirus pandemic rages on.Thursday, the Wayne County Association of Educators and other community members held a ...
Sep 04, 2020
County Works To Secure Necessary Equipment For Remote Learning
Technology has become more critical for student success during the coronavirus pandemic.From laptops to internet access, some students - particularly those in rural, underserved areas - have faced cha...
Sep 01, 2020
UMO Students Urged To Chose Faith Over Fear
Fear of the unknown has never been more real than it is right now. COVID-19 has people fearful for their lives, their incomes, and their futures.University of Mount Olive Director of Campus Ministries...
Sep 01, 2020
Wayne County BOE To Hold Special Called Meeting
The Wayne County Board of Education will hold a Special Called Meeting on Friday, August 28, at 11:30 a.m. in the Boardroom of the WCPS Central Services on Royall Avenue. The purpose of the meeting is...
Aug 26, 2020
WCC Presents Teaching Award
Wayne Community College has recognized an outstanding faculty member with its highest honor.Lead Software Development Instructor Jenneth M. Honeycutt is the recipient of the 2020 George E. Wilson Exce...
Aug 26, 2020
WCPS Issues COVID-19 F.A.Q.
Wayne County Public Schools announced on August 18 that it would be sending out alerts when individuals have been on a school campus who have tested positive for COVID-19. The district also republiciz...
Aug 25, 2020
UMO TSB Students Lend A Helping Hand
(GDN)–University of Mount Olive (UMO) freshmen moved in on Saturday, August 22, and by Monday, they were already making a meaningful and impactful difference in the community.Donned with masks a...
Aug 24, 2020
What Traditional Students Can Expect At UMO This Fall
With traditional classes starting at the University of Mount Olive on Tuesday, August, 25, many parents and students are wondering what to expect in regards to COVID-19 protocols.According to Interim ...
Aug 24, 2020
ECU Moves Classes Online
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - East Carolina University and University of North Carolina at Charlotte are moving courses online in response to the coronavirus pandemic.ECU announced Sunday it will move undergra...
Aug 23, 2020