Kerr-Vance Academy Students watch Presidential Inauguration

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The fifth and sixth grades at Kerr-Vance Academy took time out today from their regular classes to watch the television broadcast of the Presidential Oath of Office and the Inaugural Address.

Language Arts teacher Anne Almand planned the lesson and said,  “This is the first Inauguration that our students have been old enough to experience with an understanding of the significance of this event.  As part of their study of the governmental structure of the United States, they have discussed the elements of the election process, and they have been witness to this controversial time in our American history.  So that the students can feel a part of today’s ceremony, they have memorized the Oath of Office to repeat as administered to the new President.

As a class, our students are aware of the message of excitement and hope that Mr. Trump has communicated to the nation in his challenge to ‘Make America Great, Again.”

(From Headmaster Frank Wiggins)

Vance County Schools Schedule Changes and Snow Makeup

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Vance County Schools Schedule Changes and Snow Makeup

Changes have been made in the school year calendar for Vance County Schools in order to make up the three student days missed due to recent snowfall.

Friday, January 20, and Monday, January 23, are now full school days for students.

The first semester of the school year will end on Wednesday, January 25, except at Early College High School.

First semester exams are being administered at the high schools, except Early College High School, January 19-20 and January 23-25.

Thursday, January 26, will be a teacher workday, except at Early College High School, with no school for students.

The mid-year graduation at Western Vance High School will be held during the evening of Thursday, January 26.

The second semester will begin at all schools, except Early College, on Friday, January 27.

Report cards will be distributed on Wednesday, February 1.

Wednesday, February 15, will now be a full school day for students. It was originally scheduled as an early release day, except at Early College.

Friday, June 9, will now be the last day of classes for the school year at all schools, except Early College.

Vance County Schools

For Immediate Release

Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration begins for Vance County Schools

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Parents should begin now applying for their child to attend pre-kindergarten and registering their child for kindergarten classes for the 2017-2018 school year.

Parents should contact the elementary school in the area where they live to get registration information.

We urge parents also to watch out for more information soon on special events and activities at our elementary schools for children who will be eligible to attend pre-kindergarten and kindergarten next school year.

Any child who will be four years old by August 31 of this year is eligible for pre-kindergarten for the new year and any child who will be five years old by August 31 is eligible to attend kindergarten.

(Vance County Schools News Release)

KVA Student selected for Senate Page Program in Virginia

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Sarah Allen, an eighth grader at Kerr Vance Academy has been selected for the Senate Page Program for the Commonwealth of Virginia.  The General Assembly will be in session during January and February.  The Senate Page Leadership Program is structured similar to a college preparatory program with components centered on developing future leaders.

Students who receive admission to the program carry on the tradition of page service in the legislature while fulfilling requirements in a professional development track comprised of speakers, site visits and classroom-like instruction. The mission of the program is to facilitate a structured environment in which young Virginians embrace responsibility and accountability, develop professional characteristics through strict standards of conduct and engage in the legislative process through work, observation and discussion. Sarah is the daughter of Richard and Jill Allen of Clarksville, Virginia.

KVA Student selected for prestigious Rotary Leadership Conference

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John Averette, a junior at Kerr Vance Academy was recently selected to attend the Rotary Club Youth Leadership Conference in April at Camp Oak Hill in Virginia.  The conference will include experiential sessions on leadership, team building activities, and a rope course among other experiences.  RCYL award winners are selected for demonstrating leadership potential in scholastic, athletic, and civic activities.  John is a native of Henderson and the son of Curtis and Angie Averette.

All VGCC Campuses to close at 3:00 p.m. Today

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All campuses of Vance-Granville Community College will close today, Friday, Jan. 6, 2017, at 3 p.m. Evening and weekend activities are cancelled.

All campuses of VGCC will be closed on Saturday, Jan. 7, and Sunday, Jan. 8, 2017.

Thank you.

Andrew Beal, Public Information Officer

beala@vgcc.edu

(252) 738-3322

Vance County Schools cancels all after school activities

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All after school activities scheduled for today in Vance County Schools have been cancelled due to the forecast for inclement weather.

Thank you,

Terri Hedrick

Public Information Officer

Public Health Serving You Update 01/04/17

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Oxford Preparatory School Readies for 2017/2018 Enrollment

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Applications for new 7th – 12th grade student enrollments for the 2017 – 2018 school year are available at oxfordprep.org and available in the school office. Oxford Preparatory School (OPS) is an independent and tuition-free public charter school that is designed to mold students into future leaders through completion of a rigorous curriculum while focusing on community service and developing an appreciation of the arts. OPS offers a college preparatory curriculum, a variety of competitive middle school and varsity athletic teams, and is now located in a permanent facility at 6041 Landis Rd. in Oxford.

The open enrollment period began on Monday, October 31, 2016. To be considered for a potential lottery, all applications must be turned in to the office or postmarked by Friday, February 3, 2017. If more applications are received than available seats in the 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade a blind public lottery will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2017. All students choosing to attend OPS will need to confirm enrollment by completing and sending in an enrollment packet by Friday, March 10, 2017. After February 3, applications will continue to be accepted, and processed in the order they are received.

Oxford Preparatory School invites families of prospective students to learn more about the unique offerings of the school. The final of three information sessions will be held on Thursday 1/19 at 6:00. Afterwards, tours will be conducted that will allow the opportunity to meet faculty. In addition, prospective students are invited to spend time visiting the school so they can experience our unique school program firsthand. Visiting students accompany OPS student guides through their classes during a four-hour visit. It’s a chance to meet the staff and the students and to get a snapshot view of our engaging college preparatory classes. The final of three shadow days will take place on Friday 1/20 from 11:10 – 3:10. Please call the Oxford Preparatory School office at (919)690-0360, or email our Office Manager, Kate Reetz at Reetzk@oxfordprep.org to make an appointment.

For additional comment, please contact
Andrew Swanner – Oxford Preparatory School – Executive Director – (swannerab@oxfordprep.org) (919)-690-0360

This is a press release from Oxford Preparatory School 

Home and Garden Show 01/03/17

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