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United Way works with companies, governments, nonprofits, and other organizations to address complex challenges in Randolph County. Their partners contribute more than money. Their ideas, volunteer power, in-kind support, and more are helping build stronger communities. More than 30 local businesses support United Way of Randolph County. With so many ways to make an impact, they can find the right fit for you and your business.
INCOME: American Red Cross, Christians United Outreach Center, Path of Hope, The Salvation Army
As a United Way of Randolph County supporter, you are a partner in the work to forge new partnerships, find new solutions, and mobilize the best resources to address the most pressing needs in Randolph County.Asheboro
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Every day, United Way is helping people in Randolph County have better lives with programs that meet basic human needs for the most vulnerable. United Way is impacting the community today and building the foundation for tomorrow. Through strong partnerships with volunteers, local businesses, government and nonprofit organizations, United Way accomplishes what no one can do alone, helping create lasting change. This year’s Campaign Chair, Quentin Louris, President of the Board of Directors, Greg Spainhour, President of the Board of Directors and Chief Professional Officer, Elizabeth Mitchell have been busy over the past few weeks visiting area employers to launch this year’s campaign throughout the community. Employee donations via payroll deduction earmarked for the United Way help a variety of community programs in several areas, including:
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One of the most popular fundraising events of the season is the annual cereal sale, which will be held in Bicentennial Park on September 24th from 9 am until Noon, or until the cereal is sold out. Post Consumer Brands has donated 10,000 bags of their most popular flavors to this event. Since it worked so well last year, the event will continue to be a drive-thru sale. Cars will enter the park from Academy Street via Fayetteville and exit right onto Academy Street to Church Street to keep the lines of traffic flowing smoothly.
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United Way of Randolph County to provide a generous incentive for our 2022 campaign. Donors that give at least $100.00 or more will have the opportunity to enter into this drawing to win a 2023 Nissan Versa. Beginning October 7, 2022, for 10 weeks, 10 finalists will be drawn. On December 15, 2022, the 10 finalists will be invited to a campaign celebration at Asheboro Automall where one lucky person will win a new car!
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President Biden signed into law the Inflation Reduction Act. Highlights of the main provisions affecting taxes follow:
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3. Tax increases are mostly related to large corporations. There will be a 15% minimum tax on adjusted book income for large companies. In addition there will now be a 1% excise tax on stock buybacks of public companies.
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The IRS interest rate for the 4th quarter of 2022 will increase to 6% for individuals who underpay or pay late. This increase is on the heels of an increase in 2nd quarter rates from 3% up to 4% and then again to 5% for the 3rd quarter. When you do not make your quarterly estimated taxes (mostly speaking to business owners), the IRS charges you interest since you are not paying your taxes evenly throughout the year. As
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“I sure am glad we worked with simulators before actually controlling anything physical with a PLC,” he said. “All of us had many PLC programs that did not work as expected the first time we tried them out. Conveyors malfunctioned, bottles were broken, silos were overfilled, pumps overheated. We were all frustrated at one point or another when something did not work the way we expected it to, but we worked through it, with help when needed. We learned how to troubleshoot our programs, we learned better ways to implement processes, how to comment so we could understand what we were doing when we came back to class a week later. Now that the apprenticeship program is over, we will no longer be taking classes with each other, but I pray that none of us ever stop Franklinlearning.”introduced
The evening started with a celebratory dinner for the 12 graduates in the Armadillo Café. Terence Franklin, Apprenticeship Randolph (AR) Vice Chairman and Maintenance Reliability Manager for Post Consumer Brands, opened the dinner by welcoming everyone in attendance and introducing notable attendees and the graduates.“Overtheir four years in the program, we’ve witnessed great collaboration [among] the schools, the community, and company partners,” he said. “We’re all collectively excited to watch these 12 get to the finish line. Thank you to the apprentices, family members, mentors, employers, community, and educational supporters that have helped us to reach this point.”
the keynote speaker, Misty Wolfe,
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The 12 AR graduates show off their framed AAS degrees in Manufacturing Technology. Not pictured is Benjamin Cable.
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After 2022 graduate and Maintenance Technician for Post Keshon Coleman gave the invocation and attendees ate dinner, Hubbell Industrial Controls Plant Manager Jason Nguyen introduced guest speaker Jesse Osborne. Osborne, a 2022 graduate and Electrical Test Technician for Hubbell, noted that his most memorable RCC courses were in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
administrators and community leaders, along with faculty and staff from Randolph Community College, the Randolph County School System, Asheboro City Schools, Uwharrie Charter Academy, Faith Christian School, and homeschool; family, and friends gathered on RCC’s Asheboro Campus Tuesday, Aug. 9, to both celebrate Apprenticeship Randolph’s second graduating class and witness 17 more apprentices signed to the program.
Kevin Cox, Tooling Engineer, and Tool Shop Manager for EG Industries, introduced the 2026 class speaker, Chris Gordon, who signed with EG as a Tooling Technician Apprentice.“BeforeIheard about Apprenticeship Randolph, I honestly didn’t know what I was going to do after high school,” Gordon said. “I thought about joining the Air Force. I thought about just getting a stable job and going
Then, Franklin played a video message from AR Chairwoman and Director of Quality-HES Segment for Hubbell Diane James, who was unable to attend.
“I knew from the moment I met each of you at Orientation Week that you would hold a special place in my heart,” Miller continued. “Many of you have gone through situations that have made me sad and mad, happy, and glad; lots of you have lost some very special family members whom I know you wish were here to celebrate with you tonight; many of you have bought new vehicles, got your own place to live, and at least one
RCC Director of Apprenticeships and Pathways Stacey Miller gave the closing remarks, reading an email from RCC Industrial Programs Department Head Wesley Moore from July 26, 2021: “I had this same group of students early in the apprenticeship program in year one. I can say they have matured greatly, and this was one of the most enjoyable classes I have taught. It’s been truly refreshing to have students with a desire to learn and an attitude that matches. I’m very proud of this group.”
“When we first started talking with our founding Apprenticeship Randolph partners about their needs to fill their talent pipeline, they didn’t talk about specific skill sets, they didn’t talk about talents or grades or even IQ. One word kept rising to the surface — grit. … Simply put: Successful people know how to course-correct, and they never quit. They’re gritty.”
“Apprenticeship Randolph was by far the most gratifying project I worked on during my time [in the RCSS]. Seeing our students engaged in such an impactful learning experience and improving their lives and the life of our community through this opportunity is not only rewarding, but it brings a true sense of joy to this educator’s heart. You, the students, are the reason we do what we do.”
“The students you will see tonight have shown grit, determination, and perseverance — all of what today’s employers are looking for,” he said.
of you has gotten married. If that’s not maturity, I don’t know what is.”
Franklin introduced the keynote speaker, Wolfe, who was a part of AR’s beginnings.
“This is a momentous occasion for these graduates,” she said. “They’ve worked very hard during the last four years to achieve this milestone. … Best of all, they have no educational debt. All of them have bright career paths in front of them. This is just the beginning.”
“In CTE, our mission is to empower all students to be successful citizens, workers, and leaders in the global economy,” she said. “We believe CTE gives purpose to learning by emphasizing real-world skills and practical knowledge. Much of what we do in CTE is centered around work-based learning experiences. No one understands and appreciates the tremendous work of Apprenticeship Randolph quite like we do.
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Curriculum & Instructional Management Consultant for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) Division, who spent 20 years in the Randolph County School System before her current position.
Terence Franklin, AR Vice Chairman and Maintenance Reliability Manager for Post Consumer Brands, welcomes those in attendance to the ceremony.
The celebration then moved to the R. Alton Cox Learning Resources Center Auditorium for the graduation and signing ceremony. Franklin gave the welcome, acknowledging special guests in attendance.
Apprentice Miguel Lujano Flores gives the thumbs-up after signing with Technimark.
“You have all been there through the good and bad — when some of us wanted to give up, sleep in, call in sick, drop out of the program or whatever … you told us to hang in there – that tomorrow is a new day. One thing that has been reiterated to us as we have progressed through the program is ‘you get out what you put in.’ We did not give up, we did not walk away from this opportunity of a lifetime — and for that, we will always be in demand, in a highly skilled labor market — we will
Mack then gave some remarks from the NCCCS, first recognizing AR’s recently being named an Ambassador by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Apprenticeship.
Vice President for Instructional Services Suzanne Rohrbaugh, N.C. Community College System (NCCCS) Vice President of Economic Development Dr. Bruce Mack, and Miller presided over the graduation ceremony, during which each graduate was introduced and received their Associate of Applied Science in Manufacturing Technology, a Certificate in Manufacturing Technology, a State Apprenticeship Certificate, and a National Journey Worker Credential. The 12 graduates each left parting advice for future apprentices along with a message of thanks.
to college and hoping I could pay for it. But, junior year of high school, I got pulled into the library where teachers talked about Apprenticeship Randolph and how it could change my life. At first, I didn’t think anything of it, but the more I learned about the program and the more I did my research, I knew I had to do everything in my power to get in this program.
“Thank you for allowing us to be here for this historical event,” he said. “Your commitment to training and preparing our students for a future in advanced manufacturing is necessary in this age. This investment is critical to the workforce in North Carolina, especially in Randolph County. … [Apprentices], remember you were hand-picked by these employers. They saw something special in you. Take advantage each day to learn, to grow, and to develop into a future leader within your company
Apprenticeship Regional Coordinator for ApprenticeshipNC Tiffany Jacobs presided over the signing ceremony as the 17 pre-apprentices each came up onstage to sign their apprenticeship contracts with company partner representatives.
We are the second group to finish the apprenticeship program, and I hope many more students are given the same opportunity we were given. I know for me, it was the opportunity to figure out what I want to do with my life.”RCC
After congratulating the new apprentices, Nguyen introduced the graduation speaker, Osborne, who thanked the instructors, family members, and friends who helped the graduates get to where they are.
Misty Wolfe, Curriculum & Instructional Management Consultant for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) Division, speaks to the audience.
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“I look forward to this journey, learning more at RCC, learning more on the job in this career field, and making great friends along the way. Congratulations to my fellow signers tonight and to the graduates who have completed this journey. Thank you to the companies for taking a chance on all of us. We won’t let you down.”
always have a career path, and we will always be nicely compensated. And, best of all, we will move forward without college debt.
• Keshon Coleman (Post Consumer Brands, AHS),
• Dakota Wolford (PEMMCO Manufacturing, UCA).
• DARRAN Furniture Industries — Kuron Wheeler-Nave (ERHS),
The members of AR’s second graduating class (with company and high school) are:
• Zachary Tucker (Technimark, SRHS),
•United Brass Works — Jayden Phillips (ERHS).
The program, which is for high school juniors and seniors, begins with a six-week, pre-apprenticeship summer program that consists of RCC classes and 40 hours per week of on-the-job training. Once a business selects its apprentice after this trial period, the program is spread over four years with students receiving paid, on-the-job training while earning an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Manufacturing Technology, Automotive Systems Technology, or Information Technology through RCC and a Journey Worker Certificate from the N.C. Community College System and U.S. Department of Labor.
• Brayan Gurrero-Gomez (Elastic Therapy Inc., AHS),
• PEMMCO Manufacturing — Carter Glover (SRHS), Jonathan Taylor (Trinity)
• Justin Williams (DS Smith, PGHS),
Rohrbaugh closed the ceremony, presenting the graduates as they turned their tassels.
• Benjamin Cable (Energizer, Wheatmore),
• Phoenix Precision Machining — Michael Burgfeld
• Jorge Martinez (Elastic Therapy Inc., AHS),
• Dart Container — Alex Ascencio (SRHS),
• Energizer — Alan Delgado (AHS),
• Technimark — Miguel Lujano Flores (AHS).
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• Mohawk Industries — Jordan Link (Uwharrie Ridge 6-12),
“Tonight, this is about you — all about recognizing the commitment you’re making, and the commitment that you made,” she said. “The apprenticeship track is an extreme commitment. You think about years ago at the ages of 16, 17, and even 18 — did you know what you really wanted to do when you graduated high school? These young men have proved that they know what it takes to reach the finish line.”
• Austin Atkins (Technimark, SRHS),
Apprenticeship Randolph began in June 2016 as a collaboration among Randolph Community College, the Randolph County School System, Asheboro City Schools, the Asheboro/Randolph Chamber of Commerce, and local manufacturers. The goal was to bridge both the interest and skill gaps in modern manufacturing and provide a vehicle for expanding the workforce pool for advance manufacturing in the county. With tuition funded through Career and College Promise and the N.C. Youth Apprenticeship Tuition Waiver Program and books paid for by the school systems and the participating companies, Apprenticeship Randolph produces an educated, skilled, debt-free workforce.
and within this region of the state — a region that desperately needs young talent like you to stay closer to home and become future leaders.”
• Joshua DeFreece (Post Consumer Brands, AHS),
• Accuchrome — Will Poole (Wheatmore),
• Asheboro Ford — Ethan Humble (Faith Christian), Dakota Hawks (Wheatmore), George Sumner (Wheatmore).
•(UCA),Sapona Plastics — Devin Harrelson (UCA),
• EG Industries — Chris Gordon (AHS),
• Jessie Osborne (Hubbell Industrial Controls, homeschool)
Apprenticeship Randolph (AR) saw 17 new apprentices sign with industry partners Tuesday, Aug. 9, during a ceremony in the R. Alton Cox Learning Resources Center Auditorium.
•(Wheatmore),PostConsumer Brands — Christian Glass (AHS), Katie Newsom
• Tanner Loggains (EG Industries, SRHS),
• Colby Edwards (Sapona Plastics, SRHS),
Manufacturing Technology:
The new apprentices (with high school) are:
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Incoming Chair Marcelo Pariz closes the RPC 2022 Annual Meeting and Volunteer Recognition Breakfast at Pinewood Country Club
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Six honored as exemplary volunteers at Annual Meeting and Volunteer Recognition Breakfast
The 2022-23 officers also include Vice Chair Tyler Wilhoit, Secretary Debi Lagueruela, and Treasurer Wayne Rowe. The board class of 2022-25 includes Susan Hayes (through June 2023), Dr. Lynette Graves for a second 3-year term, Commissioner Hope Haywood for a second 3-year term, Tracie Murphy for a second 3-year term, Lynn Jones for a first 3-year term, and Michelle Delk for a first 3-year term.Executive Director Lisa Hayworth presented the 2022-25 Strategic Plan to the board and community at this year’s event. Four overarching goals drive the plan, including 1. Collaborations; 2. Financial Strength; 3. Advocacy and Outreach; and 4. Leadership and Staff. The board formally approved the plan. Staff members will review progress on a bi-weekly basis, while the board will receive at least quarterly progress reports and an annual dashboard that reflects outcomes metrics.
Partnership for Children (RPC) hosted its Annual Meeting and Volunteer Recognition Breakfast today at Pinewood Country Club. The 2022-23 board officers and board director class of 2022-25 were recognized during the event, which included the passing of the gavel to incoming Board Chair Marcelo Pariz.
MARCELO PARIZ BEGINS SERVICE AS BOARD CHAIR FOR RANDOLPH PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN
In addition to official board business, six exemplary volunteer certificates were presented at the breakfast. Recipients included Pinnacle Financial Partners, Millstone Creek Orchards, Dr. Chamberlin of Asheboro Children’s Health, Margie and Paul Trogdon of Trogdon’s Day Care, Hamilton’s Steakhouse, and Leslie Zimmerman of Zimmerman Vineyards.
About the Randolph Partnership for Children: Since 1999, the Randolph Partnership for Children (RPC), a non-profit organization, has positively impacted the lives of Randolph County’s young children. As the community’s lead organization for young children and their families, RPC works with and through diverse agencies, individuals, organizations, and communities to ensure all children enter school healthy and ready to succeed in school and life. RPC is a United Way agency. For more information, visit www.randolphkids.org.
The agency spotlighted their work with early educators and the Professional Development Early Education Cohort program, Reach Out and Read and progress to expand the program to include the earliest well-child check-ups from birth to six months of age, and Family Engagement and Leadership Coalition activities, including efforts to embed parent leadership into agency work.
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Have you already signed up as a sponsor or player for the 5th Annual "Swing FORE Seniors" Golf Tournament? If not, there's still time!Presented by the City of Asheboro and chaired by Bill Croom, proceeds from the tournament will strengthen, expand, and support senior programs in Randolph County.
The tournament will be held at Pinewood Country Club on Thursday, October 13. Registration begins at 10 a.m. Golfers will enjoy a pre-tournament lunch at 11 a.m. The format for the tournament is Captain’s Choice four-player with a shotgun start at 12 p.m. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams and closest-to-the-pin on two par 3s. The tournament
We're looking to make our 5th annual tournament the biggest one yet! We are inviting you and asking for your support either through golfing or by proving sponsorship—or both. Choose from one of our various sponsorship levels and/or support us by entering a team, or through supplying donations of various goody bag items. Please register soon to ensure your inclusion in this year’s event. Visit www. senioradults.org to download the registration and sponsorship form or call Jill Jackson at 336-6253389 ext. 225 for more information. You can also e-mail marketing@senioradults.org with questions.
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5TH ANNUAL “SWING FORE SENIORS” GOLF TOURNAMENT TO BENEFIT RANDOLPH SENIOR ADULTS ASSOCIATION
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is open to all ages. Deadline to register is Monday, October 3rd.
for 18 months. Since the start of working on the quilt, the Club lost a very special member, Jackie Brown. Jackie was a talented seamstress who shared her talents with many while attending and teaching quilting classes at RSAA.
Oh, and it’s made with love. Lots of love.
Current club members are: Brenda Alford, Eulonda Farmer, Linda Greene, Beverly Gregory, Bobbie Kidd, Nadine Schwickrath, and Janis Vanderstaak.
The quilt is on display at The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Adult Resource & Education Center, 347 W. Salisbury Street, Asheboro. The drawing will be held on Monday, December 19. You do not need to be present to win. Tickets are $1 each, or six tickets for $5, and can be purchased at The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Adult Resource & Education Center.
Like quilting? Join the Quilting Club and meet fellow quilters in the community. Bring your new or unfinished projects to The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Adult REC and share your talents and quilting stories with other members.Contact
Ginger Flynt, Communication & Education Coordinator, Randolph Senior Adults Association, at 336625-3389 ext. 211 to learn more about RSAA programs and activities.
me to introduce to you...“Rolling Fields.” Handmade by the Randolph Senior Adults Association (RSAA) Quilting Club, this beautiful and very colorful quilt—crafted of washable cotton—is being raffled by RSAA. Proceeds will help to strengthen, expand, and support senior programs in Randolph County. The quilt is California King-sized and can be used as a wall hanging, as a throw on a sofa, or on a bed.
This particular quilt has actually been in the works since late Members2019.ofthe Club worked together to choose the design and materials for the quilt but quickly had to put it on hold in early 2020 when RSAA closed for COVID-19
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It’s become a tradition each year for the Quilters to create and contribute a quilt to be raffled off to benefit RSAA programs and services. The club has made and donated many quilts over the years. They spend hundreds of hours designing and hand-sewing each quilt, taking the same approach to making their quilts for charity with the same care as making quilts for their friends and families. The workmanship and quality of their donated quilts is amazing.
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Add all the ingredients to a large stockpot. Bring to a boil & let simmer on medium/low until the pasta is cooked through. Stir together and serve with fresh cilantro and parmesan cheese on top.
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Fall
First up, our Fall Plant Sale will happen on Saturday, September 17th from 8:00 am until 3:00 pm, in the Africa
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parking lot. A wide variety of plants cultivated by our horticulture experts will be showcased and available for purchase. The plant species offered for sale varies each year and this year’s sale will include a collection of plants from the Aviary. We encourage people to come early as the event is first come, first served and is always very popular. Come and see what delights we have for your home or garden and take home a piece of the Zoo! Please note that all purchases must be made by cash or check, as
is slowly making its way to us, which means leaves will start turning, temperatures will begin to drop and the sun will start setting earlier. It also means it is time for some of the most anticipated events of the year at the North Carolina Zoo. Join us to celebrate the changing seasons at these Zoo events you will not want to miss!
we are not set up to take credit or debit cards at this time.
The electric vehicles expected to be on display include dealership models as well as some privately owned ones. Some of the vehicles expected to be shown include:
2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E
2019 Tesla Model 3
2022 Rivian R1T
This event highlights two of the North Carolina Zoo’s focal points: conservation and sustainability. It also gives the public a chance to check out some really cool rides!
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Next, the REMC Drive Electric event will take place on Saturday, September 30th from 9:00 am until Noon, in the North America parking lot. This free public event, sponsored by the Randolph Electric Membership Cooperative, will showcase the environmental and costsaving benefits of driving electric vehicles. Members of the Triad EV Association will be on-hand to discuss the benefits of electric vehicles and share insights about their experiences as EV owners.
Though the REMC Drive Electric event is free, advance registration is required and you can RSVP here.
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E
The cost to attend Boo at the Zoo is $5 for Zoo Society members and $8 for non-members. Wristbands for Boo may be purchased at the Africa entrance or the Junction entertainment ticket booth. Boo is not included with general admission to the Zoo, so be sure to get your wristbands before joining in the festivities.
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With Fall approaching, Halloween is just around the corner! The N.C. Zoo will hold its annual Boo at the Zoo event over two weekends in October, on the 15th & 16th, and the 22nd & 23rd. The festivities will run from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm on each of those days. Boo will include trick-or-treating on the winding pathways of Africa, as well as fun games, engaging entertainment and exciting costume contests in the amphitheater!
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Come celebrate the excitement of the season with the family fun of Boo at the Zoo!
The Y’s afterschool programs leverage best practices to help foster children’s cognitive, social-emotional and physical development through opportunities and experiences in a safe, fun and enriching environment. Across the state, during the 2021-2022 school year, NC Ys served 21,000 in before- and afterschool programs, and engaged 16,000 teens in mentoring, tutoring and other supportive programs to help them thrive. Visit randolphasheboroymca.com to find out more about the afterschool program at the Randolph-Asheboro YMCA.
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The North Carolina Alliance of YMCAs is a nonprofit corporation representing the 25 independent YMCA associations in the state. Its purpose is to build the capacity of all the state’s YMCAs, foster collaboration on statewide initiatives through effective partnerships, advocate on behalf of the YMCA’s mission and cause with elected officials and stakeholders at the local, state, and national levels; and coordinate communication to build consensus that ensures YMCAs are recognized as leaders in youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. For more information, please visit ncymas. org.
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Vodicka shared that the NC Department of Instruction (DPI) provided grant funding to the Ys to support their work with youth; this aligns with the state’s goals to partner with community organizations to help students succeed in school, work, and life by learning to manage emotions, problem-solve and build relationships with people who are different from them. The grant provided access to real-time data utilizing Hello Insight, a tool to collect data before and after the character development training for YMCA staff.
Even during this short period of time, the data indicates that children further developed important skills; this is worth celebrating during a school year with ongoing COVID-19 challenges and as the new school year
Data shows North Carolina YMCAs’ investment in professional development around character development is paying off in student progress and counter-acting pandemic-related learning loss. According to the NC Alliance of YMCAs, which tested 3,100 youth between February and May to assess the impact of its afterschool programs, 87% improved in at least one character development competency and 66% in two or more of the five competencies.
The YMCA is a nonprofit community benefit organization that collectively serves 1 million people statewide, including children, adults and seniors.
“We have seen students struggle so much during the past school year,” said Ebony Burnett, Senior Association Youth Development Director at YMCA of Greensboro. “Positive youth development practices
are the foundation of our afterschool programs; but having more training and the tools to meet these kids where they are has really helped our team support their growth during this hard school year. We have been energized to see the data on how the kids have benefitted from our intentional focus on social and emotional learning.”
NC YMCAs Provide Vital Support to Help Students Succeed
“Additionalapproaches.supportfor students has never been more critical,” said Sherée Vodicka, CEO of the NC Alliance of YMCAs. “Beyond the significant learning loss caused by the pandemic, students also lack the socialization skills to succeed and thrive after spending so much time isolated from other children.”
About the NC Alliance of YMCAs
Data Shows Students Grow Critical Skills at YMCA Afterschool Programs
Carolina YMCAs are helping students build relationship skills and manage their emotions, which improves academic performance, confidence and behavior in the classroom and beyond.
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• Leilani Wolfgramm is a singer, songwriter, and guitarist with Tongan roots from Orlando, Florida. Three years ago she started playing alongside her brothers, Zech and Nasur in their reggae band, Hor!zen. Now a solo artist Leilani tours all over the world and writes soulful yet joyous music which she will be performing acoustically on the field day fest stage.
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it: Your high school days in a rural town on a Saturday night. Where are you going? Chances are you piled into a car and rolled out to a random field to party with your friends. We want to recapture that feeling!
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• Chatham Rabbits a regional band who recently was the subject of a PBS television Series On the Road with Chatham Rabbits will be headlining with their full band!
• Native Nashvillian, Tommy Prine, is a singer-songwriter who captures the human experience through his lyrics and melodies. Drawing from personal experience, he touches on topics of loss, love, insecurities, and finding significance in the seemingly insignificant. Son of the late John Prine, Tommy has a wonderful catalog which includes some of his dads hits!
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The Linbrook Heritage Estate has the field, we have the beer, and the bands are coming out to play just for you. No need to head to SXSW or Woodstock, we've got you set. Bands of every genre with fans from all over the country are going to be on our main stage and we're hosting some of your local favorites on our hometown
Throughstage. your ticket purchase. you will be a part of what might be the largest single donation to United Way of Randolph County! We're focusing on giving to the local nonprofits that serve this community and the people within it while having the time of our lives. This event has ensured disability accessibility. Four Saints Brewing Company, United Way of Randolph County, and The Heart of NC are bringing these artists to you on November 5 from 2-11 p.m. at the Linbrook Heritage Estate located at 5297 Snyder Country Rd.; Trinity, NC 27370.
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SECU Vice President Marcelo Pariz then introduced the members of the SECU who attended —Dana Nance, Asheboro Advisory Board Member; Kendra Adams, Senior Vice President; Spencer Henderson, Vice President/ City Executive; Isaac Snyder, Investment Advisor; Cherie Bunting, Specialty Member Advisor; and Debbie Maness, Assistant Branch Manager. Nance then spoke before presenting the check.
Members of the State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) present a scholarship check to Randolph Community College during a ceremony Aug. 25 in the JB and Claire Davis Corporate Training Center on the Asheboro Campus. Pictured from left to right are Kendra Adams, SECU Senior Vice President; Marcelo Pariz, SECU Vice President; Dana Nance, SECU Asheboro Advisory Board Member; and Elbert Lassiter, RCC Interim President.
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Community College students and staff, and representatives from the State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) gathered Thursday, Aug. 25, in the JB & Claire Davis Corporate Training Center on the Asheboro Campus as the SECU presented the College with $18,000 in Bridge to Career Scholarships. Acting President Elbert Lassiter opened the ceremony. “This gives us an opportunity to say, ‘Thank you,’ to the state credit union,” he said. “Through the years, the credit union has been a provider of scholarships for our students. Normally when we have scholarships, it’s firstcome, first-served, but we put a lot of time and effort into thinking, ‘What is the best use for this money?’ And we thought about the credit union — you’re there for your customers’ financial needs. So, we decided to designate these scholarships to areas that do a public service — law enforcement, EMT, medical coding — people who leave that program and serve people within our community. We’re so thankful for the commitment that you’ve made.” Lassiter then introduced the guest speaker, Justin Collins, a recipient of one of the BTC Scholarships and Class Leader of RCC’s 89th Basic Law Enforcement Training class.
“I greatly appreciate the opportunity given and awarded to me — the scholarship to fulfill my dream of being a deputy,” he said. “I’m employed here in Randolph County with the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office, and I’ve been assigned to the drug division. It’s been rewarding. It’s been eye-opening, too. I couldn’t have done it without the scholarship. I appreciate it.”
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“Since this program was established, it’s been great to watch it grow and succeed,” she said. “Scholarships are currently offered to all 58 community colleges in North Carolina, and we’re pleased to see the impact on higher education across the state. The Bridge to Career Program has become an essential piece of our foundation, filling the gap with support for individuals seeking a job in a trade industry or enhancing their education with new
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Lassiter has been instrumental in shoring up RCC’s role in training a skilled workforce for the Toyota battery manufacturing plant - set to be built on the GreensboroRandolph megasite. He also has worked closely with Sandhills and Central Carolina community colleges as the trio collaborates to offer a truck driver training course.
Lassiter is a Regional Supervisor with Officials for the North State Association where he oversees the recruiting and training of football officials for more than 80 high schools in a 16-county area. He also is on RhinoLeap’s Board of Directors, having served on the boards of the Asheboro/Randolph Chamber of Commerce, Randolph Hospital Board of Trustees, the Boys & Girls Club, United Way, and the Partnership for
Lassiter, Meagan Lamb, Jessica Kearns, Angela Brown, Dorthea Leach, and Collins.
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Members of the SECU, along with RCC staff and students with the check.
Medical Coding: Anna Blackwell, Deanna Blake, Angela Brown, Tanisha Graves, Gwen Hager, Kelly Jennings.
Health & Wellness Coach: Kengela Fryar.
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Medical Terminology: Orletta Fasion, Tammy Hayes, Dorthea Leach, Brittany Sykes.
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Randolph Community College Board of Trustees have chosen Vice President of Workforce Development and Continuing Education Elbert Lassiter as Acting President for the College while the search for a permanent president is underway. The State Board of Community Colleges has granted temporary approval of this appointment, with formal action to be taken at its upcoming August meeting.
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their career. This directly aligns with MyFutureNC’s goal to ensure that two million North Carolinians have a post-secondary degree or credential by RCC2030.”Dean of Workforce Development and Continuing Education Randy Gunter closed the ceremony. “We certainly appreciate your support of our students,” he said, addressing the SECU employees. “You are truly breaking down barriers and making things smoother for the students. To the students, we look forward to working with you in your classes, and we wish you so much luck in your studies. If there’s anything that we can ever do here at the College, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Studentsus.” receiving scholarships (under area of study)
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