Newton-Conover City Schools Board of Education, staff, and students participated in the Crunch! The #NCCrunch celebrates Farm to School and Early Care & Education Month and is an opportunity for kids and adults to taste and learn about NC-grown produce. #F2SMonth
At the October 17th board meeting, Billy Cannon, principal of Newton-Conover Middle School, recognized students, staff, and community members for their contribution to the school. Community members recognized were Heather Hewitt, and Pastor Gabe Herndon. Staff members recognized were Dawn Barger, Amy Jackson, Stephanie Washington, Vicky Williams, Katrina Palozzi, Samantha Jolly, and Jennifer Greene. Students recognized were Carsyn Hartsoe, Abdiel Martinez-Garcia, Banks Collins, Nick Collins, Caitlyn McElhone and Abby Fletcher. #groundedandgrowing
This morning, members of the N-CHS football team assisted with morning duty at Shuford Elementary School. The students loved having the special visitors on campus.
Mrs. Glover is in her fourth year as Instructional Coach at North Newton Elementary School. She has enjoyed a career in Newton-Conover City Schools as an accomplished teacher at Shuford Elementary School. Mrs. Glover is very thoughtful in her interactions and very skilled in supporting instructional staff. She is an essential part of North Newton Elementary School.
This week in N-CHS football, in recognition of 100-years, we recognize one of the most important groups on a Thursday and Friday night, the chain gang! We would like to thank our current chain gang, Matt Wilkinson, Tony Sigmon, Eric Hefner, Jason Lamb and Brian Harris for their time and dedication to Red Devil football. The Red Devils are home tonight vs. Bandys High School, kick-off is at 7:30pm. Also, tonight is homecoming and the official recognition of 100-years. We are excited to welcome back our alumni.
Mrs. Humphrey is in her second stint as Instructional Coach at Shuford Elementary School. She has also served as Principal at South Newton Elementary School, so she has a unique skill set that benefits her school community. She has a great sense of humor and helps put staff and students at ease. Her love of the process of teaching and learning is evident. She is an asset to the Shuford Elementary School community!
Mrs. Sharpe is in her second year as Instructional Coach at South Newton Elementary School. She has had an extensive career as a teacher and Assistant Principal and brings that wealth of expertise to her new role. Mrs. Sharpe taught at South Newton ES the past couple of school years and did excellent with her students. She is an excellent asset to the teachers at SNES!!
Mrs. Julie Bowman is in her 2nd year as Instructional Coach at Newton-Conover Middle School. Previously, Mrs. Bowman served as the Digital Learning Facilitator at South Newton Elementary School and Newton-Conover Middle School. Mrs. Bowman is a great resource for our instructors and is also able to provide interventions for our students as well. She is an important piece of the teaching and learning puzzle at N-CMS!!
Mrs. May is in her third year as Assistant Principal at Newton-Conover High School. Previously, Carla worked in Lincoln County Schools as a Teacher, Instructional Coach, and fill-in Administrator. Mrs. May is very bright, has a strong understanding of high school curriculum, and a great sense of humor. Mrs. May understands high school both from the professional lens as well as from the parental lens. She rounds out an outstanding team at N-CHS. We are excited to have her on our team in N-CCS!!!
Mr. Davis is in his third year as Assistant Principal and first year as co-Athletic Director at Newton-Conover High School. Prior to this year, Mr. Davis served as Assistant Principal at Bandys High School (and before that was a successful Teacher and Coach at St. Stephens High School). Mr. Davis brings a wealth of experience, a strong work ethic, excellent organizational ability, and a desire to see students succeed at Newton-Conover High School.
Mrs. Greene is in her third year as Assistant Principal at Newton-Conover Middle School. Mrs. Greene brings positive energy and is an encouragement to both staff and students alike. We are delighted to have her strong curriculum and instruction background in N-CCS and look for her to continue to have a positive impact on the staff and students of N-CMS!!
Congratulations to the Newton-Conover High School Marching Band! They competed this weekend in their first competition of the season with 6 other bands in class 3A.
Rating of Superior:
1st place Color Guard
1st place Drum Major
1st place General Effect
2nd place Music
3rd place Marching
3rd place Percussion
This week is School Lunch Week and our cafeteria staff has fun things planned. Check out these student's from Shuford "rockin' out, enjoying school lunch, and being groovy!" #groundedandgrowing
This week is Fire Prevention Week. Additional information can be found at NFPA.org
Have you seen it? Check out our billboard on Business 321. #groundedandgrowing
Mrs. Rozzelle moved into the administrative ranks at Shuford Elementary School after a successful run as a 5th grade teacher. A 2009 graduate of Newton-Conover High School, Cayley is a shining example of the type of alumni N-CCS produces!! Cayley’s knowledge of Shuford Elementary and its school community will make her adjustment smooth. She will be an excellent resource to both staff and students at Shuford.
Mrs. Hager brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the Assistant Principal role at North Newton Elementary School. She taught for many years at Thornton Elementary and became the Instructional Coach at North Newton Elementary School when it opened. Mrs. Hager has also served as an Intervention Specialist for N-CCS where she provided support for our most at-risk students at the elementary school level. Mrs. Hager’s compassion, passion, and vision make her very unique and perfectly suited to serve as Assistant Principal at NNES!!
South Newton Elementary students had special visitors greeting them this morning. Members of the N-CHS football team assisted with morning duty. We would also like to thank Dr. Gabriel for providing breakfast for the players. #groundedandgrowing
Mr. Jonathan Tharpe (N-CHS Class of 2000) is in his 1st year as Assistant Principal of South Newton Elementary School. Mr. Tharpe returns to Newton-Conover City Schools after serving as Assistant Principal in the Catawba County Schools. Prior to serving in Catawba County Schools, Mr. Tharpe served as a Teacher at North Newton Elementary School as well as in the role of Varsity Basketball Coach at Newton-Conover High School. Mr. Tharpe is very knowledgeable in the area of intervention and is a great relationship builder. He is a huge asset to the South Newton Elementary community!
This week in N-CHS football history, to commemorate 100-years of Red Devil football, we recognize the 2008 state champion team. N-CHS beat Tarboro 51-28. This was the first NCHSAA state football crown. The Red Devils travel to West Lincoln tonight to continue conference play. Kick-off is at 7:30pm.
