GOLDSBORO, N.C. – The Wayne County Public Library in Goldsboro will present a special “Music and Movement” program designed to engage young children and their caregivers on Thursday, September 11, from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. The interactive 30-minute session aims to boost brain development through musical activities and physical movement, targeting children ages birth through…… read more »
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Wayne County Public Library to Host Music and Movement Program for Young Children
Wayne Community College Dental Assisting Class Achieves Perfect Pass Rate on National Board Exam
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College’s Dental Assisting program has reached a significant milestone, with its entire 2025 graduating class achieving a 100% pass rate on the Dental Assisting National Board exam. All 18 students who completed the program in July successfully passed the certification exam on their first attempt, demonstrating exceptional preparation and dedication…… read more »
Edgecombe County Educators to Rally for Democratic Representation in School District
Union Demands Voice in Policy-Making as School Board Meeting Approaches Monday TARBORO, N.C. — Educators in Edgecombe County will gather this evening to demand greater democratic participation in district decision-making, as tensions mount between the local teachers’ union and school administration over representation policies. The Edgecombe County Association of Educators (ECAE) has organized a rally…… read more »
Wayne County Schools Seek Reading Buddy Volunteers to Support Student Literacy
WAYNE COUNTY, NC – Communities Supporting Schools of Wayne County is actively recruiting volunteers for their Reading Buddy program, an initiative designed to foster literacy skills and build meaningful relationships between community members and elementary school students. The program, which operates in four Wayne County elementary schools, pairs volunteers with students for one-on-one reading sessions…… read more »
Wayne Community College to Host Annual 9/11 Tribute Stair Climb
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College will honor the memory of fallen first responders with its annual 9/11 Tribute Stair Climb on Thursday, September 11, marking the 23rd anniversary of the terrorist attacks that claimed nearly 3,000 lives. The commemorative event, organized by WCC’s Public Safety Division, will begin at 9 a.m. on the exterior…… read more »
Wayne Community College Ranks Second in State, 13th Nationally in Niche’s 2026 Rankings
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College has earned significant recognition in Niche’s latest rankings, placing second among North Carolina’s community colleges and 13th nationally in the platform’s 2026 Best Community Colleges lists. The rankings, released by the online education platform that connects students and families with educational institutions, highlight WCC’s commitment to academic excellence and…… read more »
Wayne and Wilson Community Colleges Form Partnership to Expand AI and Biotechnology Education
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Two North Carolina community colleges have joined forces to expand access to cutting-edge academic programs, signing agreements that will allow students to pursue artificial intelligence and biotechnology degrees across both institutions. Wayne Community College and Wilson Community College announced the signing of Instructional Service Agreements (ISAs) this week, creating pathways for students…… read more »
North Carolina Students Achieve Three-Year High in Test Scores as Graduation Rates Climb
RALEIGH, NC – North Carolina students reached a three-year peak in standardized test performance during the 2024-25 academic year, while graduation rates hit a 10-year high, according to data presented to the State Board of Education today. Test Scores Show Broad Improvement Students demonstrated improvement across the majority of assessments, scoring higher in 12 of…… read more »
Wayne Community College Students Awarded $25,000 in Scholarships from Beyoncé’s Cécred and BeyGOOD Fund
GOLDSBORO, NC – Cosmetology students at Wayne Community College have been selected to receive scholarships totaling $25,000 from the Cécred x BeyGOOD Fund, a joint initiative between hair care brand Cécred and charitable foundation BeyGOOD, both founded by Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé Knowles-Carter. Civella Beauty Academy in Goldsboro, where WCC students attend cosmetology classes, was chosen…… read more »
Steele Memorial Library Hosts Early Literacy Storytime for Young Children
WAYNE COUNTY, NC – The Wayne County Public Library’s Steele Memorial branch will welcome families with young children for an interactive storytime session designed to foster early literacy development and creative imagination. The 30-minute program, scheduled for Tuesday, September 3, from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m., will feature stories, songs, and craft activities specifically tailored for…… read more »
