Pender County Schools CTE Department had an incredible week of professional learning at the annual NC CTE Summer Conference!
During the conference, our PCS CTE team excelled in various leadership roles and received numerous recognitions for their accomplishments in CTE. We are excited to bring the best practices and instructional insights gained from the conference back to Pender County Schools.
Conference Highlights:
Miranda Wells was honored as a finalist for the NCCAT CTE Teacher of the Year for the 2023-2024 school year.
Dominique Bates was sworn in as the NCACTE Administrator Division Vice President.
Denise Pollock was sworn in as Vice President of the NCACTE-CIMC Division.
Clara Smith, a student, represented us as the Postsecondary Collegiate Vice President of NC HOSA.
Michele Simmons was recognized for completing the 2023-2024 school year as the CDC Champion for the Southeast Region of NC and presented several seminars, including CDC Collaboration Stations and Middle School CDC best practices sessions.
Denise Pollock presented on our Job Shadow Day Process and how to leverage community and parent support.
Siobhan Fargo and Mark Munroe presented on our SHED and VOLT competition through our partnership with NC Connect for Success.
We are eager to implement the knowledge and skills we’ve gained to continue enhancing the educational experience in Pender County.
#ONEPENDER #EXPERIENCETHEEXCELLENCE
📢 Attention Pender County Schools stakeholders: The August 13, 2024 BOE meeting has been moved to August 8, 2024, at 6:00 PM. You can see the full schedule for the 2024-2025 meetings here: https://5il.co/2oc62. Thank you for your understanding and support! 📅 #BOEMeeting
Pender County Schools is transitioning to a new student info system, Infinite Campus. Current schedules may not be accurate. Please be patient as we finalize schedules before school starts. Schools will notify parents once schedules are complete. Thank you for your understanding!
Our Summer Leadership sessions are going strong! Day 3 is packed with standing room only until we break into groups. Learning and growing together! #OnePender
Supporting public schools means supporting our future. See how they make a difference for everyone in a new NCSBA video "Public Education Does the Public Good." Watch and spread the word: bit.ly/publiceducationdoesthepublicgood #PublicEducationMatters #OnePender
Concerned about your kids' online security? Join Assistant District Attorney Jason Smith and Pender County Schools for a talk on "Cell Phone Safety" to discover ways to protect them in today's digital age! 📱👪 #OnePender
Pender County Schools wishes everyone a happy 4th of July! Stay safe and enjoy the day with family and friends. 🇺🇸
Vessani Jaramillo is interning this summer at the Pediatric Center in Wilmington. She wants to become a pediatric nurse. From the internship, she hopes to acquire valuable patient communication skills and a better understanding of the field of nursing.
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Huge shoutout to Onslow Bay for supporting Pender County CTE! Maddox Kelly is spending his summer running their social media, creating marketing videos, and working on boats. By summer's end, he will complete a 120-hour marketing internship.
Excited to see Heide Trask's Sherrod Henderson commit to Virginia Tech! 🏈👏 Your hard work and passion are taking you to new heights. Best of luck at VT! #OnePender https://bit.ly/3VF3ucY
Cina Huston is spending her summer working hard at Shaka Taco. Not only is she learning the importance of customer service but she is getting valuable insight on how a successful business operates . Thank you Shaka Taco for supporting THS students and Pender County Schools.
Taylor Pollock is interning with Pender County CTE this summer, collaborating with Heide Trask to set up their school-based enterprise. She also assists CTE teachers in updating classroom presentations, playing a crucial role in preparing for the 2024-2025 school year.
THS Football is excited to have Mack Woest working with them. She is taking photos and assisting with their social media. After high school, Mack wants to pursue a career in graphic design focusing on sports media management. Thank you THS Football for hosting a student intern!
It's never too early for 🏈 Heide Trask HS hosted Topsail, Laney, Northside-Jacksonville, and Southwest Onslow for a little 7-on-7 Thursday morning to knock the rust off. Games begin to count Aug. 23rd #OnePender
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Congrats to Heide Trask High School FFA for their outstanding achievement at the State Convention! They've secured 3rd place for their impressive increase in membership. A big shout-out to our dedicated sponsors, Mr. Mitchell and Mrs. Rogowiecka, for their guidance and support!
Olivia Collins is interning at Hot Mess Studios on Topsail Island this summer. She has a passion for art and's eager to incorporate it into her future medical career. Art therapy reduces stress, boosts cognitive function, and builds self-esteem. Thanks, Hot Mess Studios!
Thank you Dance Express for hosting two student interns this summer. Alyssa Nelson and Caitlyn Dick enjoy working with students. Both want to pursue a career in the dance industry. This internship allows them to work with students and learn how to run and operate a dance studio.
When Noah Farah is not out on the football field this summer, he is at Raise the Bar Physical Therapy interning. He plans to pursue a career in Physical Therapy and this internship allows him to explore this pathway. Thank you Raise the Bar for your partnership and support.
