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Monthly Archives: February 2010
Wooten is Award Winning Science Teacher
Hunter Elementary teacher Carol Wooten received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. Wooten is a fifth-grade teacher at Hunter Elementary, a magnet school with the gifted and talented program. She’s been working with WCPSS since 1998. … Continue reading
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ParentVision: Applying for Pre-Kindergarten
Here’s a quick reminder of the opportunity to apply for the pre-kindergarten programs provided by Wake County SmartStart. WCPSS is a partner in these programs.
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East Garner Magnet Middle Selected to Participate in START
Microsoft Corp. and the Corporation for National and Community Service recently announced six schools — from California, Mississippi, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Virginia — that have been selected to participate in the Service & Technology Academic Resource Team … Continue reading
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School Board Resolution Supports 2010 U.S. Census
At its February 16, 2010, meeting the Wake County Board of Education adopted a resolution encouraging Wake County citizens to fully participate in this year’s census. Local census office manager William Baiocchi and partnership specialist Christine Mackey, both of the … Continue reading
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Dr. Burns Reports: February 16, 2010
In speaking to the Wake County Board of Education, Superintendent Burns offered congratulations to principals, teachers, schools, and staff for their accomplishments during the last two weeks. Dr. Burns also announced his resignation effective June 30. Click here to listen … Continue reading
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Burns Announces Resignation
During this afternoon’s Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Del Burns submitted his resignation to the board, effective June 30, 2010. Below is the statement Burns read to the board in announcing his decision. More than 33 years ago my career … Continue reading
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Lateral Entry Information Fair Pre-Registration Open
The Wake County Public Schools System will hold its Lateral Entry Information Fair on Monday, March 15, 2010, at Wake Technical Community College from 4 pm – 6:15 pm. If your skills match one of our critical needs areas ( … Continue reading
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Schools Getting into the Olympics Spirit
With the start of the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver this past week, many of our schools are integrating Olympics-themed lessons into the curriculum. Following are a few examples of Olympics-related activities and lessons taking place in Wake County schools: … Continue reading
Brentwood Magnet School of Engineering Celebrates National Engineers Week
Brentwood Magnet Elementary School of Engineering is celebrating National Engineers Week, February 14-20, with several activities planned throughout the week. Brentwood began offering an engineering magnet theme this school year. The school has partnered with NC State University’s College of … Continue reading
Students Thank Bus Drivers
The seven Wake County Public School System bus drivers that serve Brier Creek Elementary were congratulated by NC Superintendent of Education June Atkinson and offered breakfast, songs and poems from students, faculty and the PTA. The Thursday morning event at … Continue reading
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