Thursday, May 23, 2013
The New Birth Charlotte Church invites the community to hear CMS Superintendent Heath Morrison speak from 6:30-8 p.m. Feb. 11 at New Birth Charlotte Church.Morrison will give an overview of The Way Forward for the school district, share the eight goals and explain the work of the 22 Task Forces.New… read more about CMS’s Morrison speaks at New Birth Charlotte Church tonight
CONCORD – Parents of Charlotte-area high school students in ninth through 11th grade can learn how their children can conduct a successful college search.Cannon School will present a panel discussion with college admissions professionals at 7 p.m. Feb. 13 in Taylor Hall on the school’s Concord… read more about Cannon School will host college panel
CHARLOTTE – Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools has rebooted CMS TV and will show new programming on Time Warner Cable channel 3.The relaunch of the district’s television station will help CMS keep the public informed and provide work-based learning opportunities for students.The first new program is… read more about District brings back school channel
(UPDATE): The suspect in the incident earlier today at North Mecklenburg High School has been transferred to an area juvenile detention facility and charged with the following:Possession of a Handgun by a MinorPossession of Firearm on School CampusCarry Concealed WeaponAlter/Remove Serial Number on… read more about Three Lake Norman schools placed on lockdown due to firearm at North Meck
CONCORD – Sports dietician Jennifer Brunelli will chat with parents about nutrition during Cannon School’s next coffee break event, held 8:30-9:30 a.m. Feb. 12.Light refreshments will be served.In the “Nutrition Check-up” event, topics will include:• Breakfast - Is it still the most important meal… read more about Cannon School holds nutrition chat
CHARLOTTE – Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools commended 10 students, including two from Lake Norman, Jan. 23 for doing good deeds in their schools as a part of the Do The Right Thing program.Blythe Elementary fifth-grader Jessie Morales is the “buddy” to a child with autism. When it was time to go… read more about Students honored for ‘doing the right thing’ in school
DAVIDSON – Davidson Elementary boys will walk the red carpet Feb. 7 with their favorite adult lady at the “Boys Night Out” at Our Town Cinemas.The event will rival a Hollywood premiere, with paparazzi snapping photos of guests on the red carpet, movie showings and refreshments.Boys in kindergarten… read more about Davidson Elementary hosts special nights out
LEXINGTON, Va. – Approximately 1,500 cadets from Virginia Military Institute marched in presidential Inaugural Parade on Jan. 21, including three from the Lake Norman area.• Ryan McDaniel, of Cornelius, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph McDaniel.• Weston Reber, of Huntersville, son of Mr. and Mrs. Kent… read more about Students march at president’s inauguration
CHARLOTTE – Corvian Community School, a new public charter school that will serve children in kindergarten through fourth grade during the 2013-14 academic school year, will hold open house events at 7 p.m. Feb. 5 and 10 a.m. Feb. 8 at the school, 9501 David Taylor Drive.Registration is not… read more about New charter school to hold open house events
CHARLOTTE – Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is accepting applications for the magnet school lottery for the 2013-14 school year. Families must apply online by Feb. 11 at 10 p.m.Students who apply for a magnet program must meet any entrance requirements and agree to fulfill program requirements to… read more about Magnet school lottery now open
HUNTERSVILLE – Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is looking for recommendations to name the new elementary school located off Stumptown Road.Principal Raymond Giovanelli is providing several opportunities for community members to provide input.Drop-in events will take place Feb. 4, from 8-10 a.m., and… read more about Help name new Huntersville elementary school
Flora Jump HinsonHUNTERSVILLE – Funeral services for Flora Jump Hinson, 92, were held Jan. 14, 2013, at Berea Baptist Church.She died Jan. 12 at Olde Knox Commons.Born Nov. 21, 1920, in Johnson City, Tenn., she was a daughter of the late Carl Jump and Gertrude Estes Jump.She received her high… read more about Obituaries for Feb. 1
CORNELIUS – Registration begins Jab. 28 for the Bailey Middle School Girls on the Run club, which inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident through running.The group uses a fun, experience-based curriculum that integrates running.Girls on the Run focuses on building self-esteem and… read more about Bailey Middle taking signups for girl runners
The Drum-Wilkinson Educational Foundation is seeking applicants for scholarships to be awarded in May.To be considered, an applicant must present a completed application in accordance with foundation’s guide and requirements. All applications must be submitted before March 29.A copy of the 2013… read more about Apply for local scholarship
Students on the North Mecklenburg High School Debate and Speech team placed fourth overall at a tournament held Jan. 19 in Simpsonville, S.C.The team competed against approximately 20 schools and won the “percentage” trophy, awarded because almost half the team placed in different events.Here’s a… read more about North Meck debate team places again