Maiden Elementary Holds "March for Success" |
Maiden Elementary students and staff resumed their annual “March for Success” this morning (May 19, 2022) after a three-year hiatus due to COVID. Thursday, May 19, 2022
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May 18, 2022 16:54
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School Districts Statewide Looking for New Superintendents |
At least 20 of our 115 school districts across North Carolina will have a new superintendent in the next school year. A national survey of superintendents in 2020 found that the work is hard and the challenges are unique, but superintendents still reported high levels of job satisfaction. A first-year superintendent offers five lessons learned to other superintendents. Thursday, May 19, 2022
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May 18, 2022 10:25
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Steven Villela Lugo Amongst Honor Grads |
Steven Villela Lugo is among Gaston College’s high-honors graduates. When he enters the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in August, it will mark the Shelby man’s next step on a circuitous journey that began in California and will continue to medical school. Tuesday, May 17, 2022
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May 16, 2022 11:45
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Gaston College Grad Ceremony In Gastonia |
The 57th annual commencement ceremonies were held in Gastonia at CaroMont Health Park. During the presentation of candidates, the approximately 500 graduates attending the ceremony were recognized individually as they walked across the stage. Tuesday, May 17, 2022
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May 16, 2022 11:30
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Lincoln County Schools Recognizes 'Of the Year' Winners |
At the Tuesday (May 10th) Board of Education meeting, the Lincoln County School Board recognized the 'Of the Year' winners for the 2021-2022 school year. Friday, May 13, 2022
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May 12, 2022 15:52
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Human Trafficking Workshop Thursday at Citizens Center |
The Lincoln County Coalition Against Child Abuse/Child Advocacy Center, the United Way of Lincoln County, the UNC School of Government, and the North Carolina Human Trafficking Commission will conduct a workshop tomorrow (Thursday May 5th) at the James Warren Citizens Center. Wednesday, May 4, 2022
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May 7, 2022 01:38
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Lincoln County School Board Candidates |
On Monday evening (April 25th) the Lincoln Herald interviewed six of the seven Republican candidates for the Lincoln County Board of Education. Thursday, April 28, 2022
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April 27, 2022 16:21
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Quaowu Ohin: Always Caring For Others |
Altruism is a way of life for Quaowu Ohin. The West African native (he emigrated 21 years ago) will soon be among the May graduates of Gaston College and starts his job as an intensive-care unit nurse with CaroMont Health. Thursday, April 28, 2022
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April 26, 2022 15:12
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LCS Partnership With Atrium Health |
Lincoln County Schools is fortunate to partner with Atrium Health to provide several important services to our staff and students. Saturday, April 16, 2022
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April 15, 2022 11:03
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ELBA Meet the Candidates: School Board |
The East Lincoln Betterment Association (ELBA) held the second of its Meet the Candidates nights Wednesday (April 13th) at Unity Presbyterian Church. Eight of the ten candidates seeking one of the three seats up for election this year attended. Thursday, April 14, 2022
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April 14, 2022 08:24
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Lincoln County Middle Schools Third Quarter Honor Roll |
Lincoln County Schools proudly recognizes the A and A-B honor roll students for the third quarter in the middle schools for the 2021-2022 school year. Sunday, April 3, 2022
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April 2, 2022 12:52
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Public Hearing Tuesday |
The Lincoln County Board of Education will hold its monthly work session and a public hearing on proposed changes in school attendance districts Tuesday evening (April 5th) at Norris Childers School. Friday, April 1, 2022
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April 31, 2022 07:45
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8th Grade Transition To High School Initiative |
Lincoln County Schools is fortunate to partner with Gaston College to enhance our middle school to high school transition program and activities. This partnership directly affects all Lincoln County Schools 8th graders. Saturday, March 26, 2022
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March 25, 2022 10:51
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Proposed New Attendance Districts for Schools |
We published an article last week about the Lincoln County Board of Education holding a public hearing on Tuesday April 5th regarding proposed school boundary line changes for Norris Childers Elementary School, moving three segments of the current district into those of other elementary schools. This is a follow-up to that article that may answer some questions. Wednesday, March 23, 2022
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March 22, 2022 14:50
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Elected Officials Visit Gaston College |
State Senator Ted Alexander and State Reps. Donnie Loftis, Jason Saine and John Torbett joined Gason College president Dr. John Hauser for a tour on Monday, March 22. Tuesday, March 22, 2022
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March 22, 2022 11:18
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Pandemic Effect on Education |
The COVID-19 pandemic had an impact on education. This article from EducationNC provides significant information on that. We are republishing it here for our readers. Monday, March 21, 2022
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March 20, 2022 17:03
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Commissioners & School Board Talk Budget |
As work continues on the Lincoln County Budget for fiscal 2023, the Board of Commissioners met with the Board of Education Thursday night (March 17th). With only one possible exception, the schools appear likely to get all for which they asked for the coming year. Saturday, March 19, 2022
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March 18, 2022 17:24
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NC Longleaf Commitment Grant Extended For High School Graduates |
Gaston College continues to work to expand access to high school graduates looking to attend college this Fall. Wednesday, March 16, 2022
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March 15, 2022 11:38
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Jesse Greene Among Veterans At Gaston College |
Many American military veterans have recently opted to go back to school and further their education. Among them is former military intelligence analyst Jesse Greene, who recently saw that Gaston College was a good fit for him and this purpose. Wednesday, March 9, 2022
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March 8, 2022 11:35
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Manufacturers Offer Summer Internships to Local College Students |
The Industrial Manager’s Association (IMA) of Lincoln County is encouraging college students from Lincoln County to spend the summer of 2022 working as an intern with a local participating manufacturer. Tuesday, March 8, 2022
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March 7, 2022 03:42
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Delta Sigma Raises Money For Lincoln County Scholarships & Teachers |
Do you have special teachers who made a difference in your life? If so, the Delta Sigma Chapter of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International (DKG) is providing an opportunity for you to celebrate them in a meaningful way during Teacher Appreciation Week (May 2-6, 2022). Tuesday, March 1, 2022
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March 31, 2022 08:37