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August 26 is the big day for local Twin County students their websites.

Information you’ll find to As summer vacation days make your child’s transition wane, most parents eagerly back to school trouble-free await the start of the new include: school year.

■ Bus schedules Kids – not so much.

■ School uniform policies Whatever your feelings on ■ Open House times/dates the annual back-to-school ■ School supply lists days, it’s happening. August ■ Principal contact info.

26 is the big day for traditional The Website for Nash Rocky students in Nash-Rocky Mount Mount Public Schools is www. public schools and Edgecombe nrms.k12.nc.us and the WebCounty public schools. Nash site for Edgecombe County County Early College students Schools is www.ecps.us. say goodbye to vacation days Highlights of the upcoming even earlier – they go back to school year for Nash Rocky classrooms on August 6.

Mount schools include the Both school systems have opening of Rocky Mount school information posted on Middle School and the new

technology initiative.

Rocky Mount Middle School is located at the old Rocky Mount High School on Hammond Street and features extensive renovations and remodelling. The new middle school was established to alleviate overcrowding at surrounding middle schools.

The 1:1 Digital Technology initiative is a systemic and comprehensive Strategic Plan based on the Smart Goals approved by the North Carolina State Board of Education. The NC state goals are based on the language and goals within The Partnership for the 21st Century Skills, a nationwide

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• Nash-Rocky Mount School Calendars

By Jenny White telegram Staff

• How to improve test taking skills - 6

14 & 15 • Edgecombe County School Calendars

• How to encourage kids to read - 8 • Things to consider when choosing a college - 10

advocacy group whose goal is to infuse 21st century skills into education. By the fall of 2013, all students in grades 4-6 will have an iPad tablet to use in their classrooms. In grades 7-12, all students will receive a Macbook Air laptop.

Edgecombe County Schools are prepared to welcome students back for the 2013-14 school year with teachers wellprepared and eager to teach students the Commor Core Curriculum.

All school administrators, faculty and staff look forward to a rewarding and successful 2013-2014 school year.

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How to improve test-taking skills Students are periodically tested to gauge their progress on a variety of subjects.

Although testing can be an effective way to determine a student’s understanding of a given subject, not every student performs well on tests.

Test-taking comes easily for some but not so for others.

Nerves or trouble concentrating can foil the best students.

However, there are ways for students to improve their testtaking skills.

information and if they have been paying attention.

When in class, continually jot down notes and create an outline of important information. The teacher may provide hints about the upcoming test, including emphasizing specific areas of focus or even revealing the format of the test. Contrary to what some students believe, teachers want their students to succeed. Therefore, your teacher may offer a review session the day before or be open for questions prior PreParation to the test if further clarificaMost tests are given with tion is needed. prior notice, enabling students Studying with others can to prepare for them well in shed new light on a subject. advance. Sometimes teachers Studying difficult subject and professors will surprise matter with peers may help students with a quiz. These pop students grasp the materials quizzes are used to judge how better than they did in class. well students are absorbing the Classmates may have some

tricks they’ve developed, including pneumonic devices for putting facts together.

the day before and the day of the test

Prior to a test, make sure you eat and get enough rest.

While it may be tempting to pull an “all-nighter,” you will not perform well on the test if you are tired from having studied all night. Review the material and put the main ideas or formulas onto a sheet that can be quickly reviewed.

Review it many times and then put it away. Have a good meal, relax and try to get at least eight hours of sleep.

On the day of the test, wake up and arrive on time or even a few minutes early for your class. This can help to calm your nerves.

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The TesT iTself Make sure you have the supplies needed for the test. This may include pens or pencils, a calculator, a textbook if you are allowed to reference, or any other supplies the teacher allows. Have a watch available so that you can pace yourself during the test. Avoid using a mobile phone during the test, as the teacher may misinterpret that as cheating.

Try to remain positive through the test. If you feel yourself getting nervous, take a few deep breaths and regroup.

In addition to these tips, there are other ways to approach the test. ◆ Do the easiest problems first. If you do not know a question, skip it and move on.

There may be clues later on in the test that help you go back and answer skipped questions.

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◆ Always read the entire question. Skimming could find you missing important instructions. ◆ Look for words that may help you determine the answer, such as “all,” “never” or “none.” They may present clues to the answer. ◆ Pay attention to your work and only your work. Do not be distracted if others finish before you. ◆ If there is time, go back and look over the test. Make sure that all the questions have been answered and check for any careless mistakes. Proofread any essays and short answer questions.

Preparing well for a test, remaining calm and checking over your work can help students who struggle with testtaking do their best. - Metro

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Youngsters who have their own library cards might be more excited about visiting the library and more likely to develop a love of reading.

How to encourage kids to read While many parents recognize the impact reading can have on their children, it’s no secret that getting kids to Reading can have a proembrace reading can be diffifound impact on a child’s cult. Distractions are there to life in and out of the classdraw kids away from reading. room. Reading can help a young student develop But parents who want to ina more extensive vocabu- still a love of reading in their lary, and a study from the children can still take steps to Federal Interagency Forum ensure their kids don’t miss on Child and Family Statis- out.

■ Read to your chiltics found that reading to young children promotes dren. Numerous studies language acquisition, have discovered various benmaking it easier for them to efits of reading to children learn a foreign language. when they are young. The National Center for EducaReading can provide tion Statistics notes that an escape from the daily children whose parents read grind, which is something to them typically become even today’s youngsters better readers and perform can appreciate. Reading better in school. Reading to also is a great way for kids children early on is the first to relax and unwind while step toward fostering a love simultaneously giving their of reading kids will develop brains a workout. and continue throughout their lives.

■ Don’t be discouraged if kids are not interested in books. While reading fiction can help develop a youngster’s imagination,

parents should not be discouraged if kids don’t want to read books. Reading the newspaper, magazines and even comic books can help kids develop strong reading skills and an extensive vocabulary and, in the case of comic books, inspire their imaginations. Young sports fans might be more inclined to read the sports page than a novel, so let them do so. Kids are more likely to embrace reading if what they’re reading interests them, so encourage kids to read up on those interests, even if that reading does not involve picking up a book.

■ Get your youngster his or her own library card. Thanks to the popularity of e-readers, many adults would be hard pressed to locate their local library if asked to do so. But visiting the library is a great way to encourage kids to read, especially if kids have their own library cards. Kids with their own library cards tend to look at visits to the library

as shopping trips where they get to make their own choices about what they’re taking home with them. And once kids reach a certain age, they can visit the library on their own.

■ Share your own reading experiences with children. Kids look up to their parents and often want to mimic their behavior. So parents can set a good example by reading as well. On trips to the library, check out your own book. While you might not want to discuss every book you read with your children, discuss the books they’re reading. Discussing books with your child is a great way to improve his or her reading comprehension.

Distractions abound for today’s youngsters, who might not embrace reading as readily as they do video games or social networking.

But parents can take many steps to instill a love of reading in their kids that will last a lifetime. - Metro

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Things to consider when choosing a college When choosing a college, students often look for the best academic institutions. While it’s hard to argue with that A approach, high school students facing the decision of host of factors come into play when finding the right match between student and university. Academics should always carry the most weight, but students should consider other factors before ultimately deciding where to continue their academic careers.

away from home is a struggle for many college students who attend college outside of their where to spend the next four years of their lives should home states. Homesickness know that the right university is not necessarily the one is a very real thing for college with the best academic reputation. students who are away from public college for the 2012-13 dictate where high school home and on their own for the academic year for students students ultimately go to colfirst time. who did not receive financial lege, students should know In addition to homesickness, aid was $22,261, a nearly 4 that eventually student loans college-bound students should percent increase from the pre- will have to be repaid with consider the cost of travel Cost vious school year. That sticker interest, so those who do not before enrolling in a college In a perfect world students price includes the cost of want to bury themselves in or university that’s far from would not have to worry about living in a dorm, food, books, student loan debt after gradua- home. Mom and Dad might not financing their college educaand the additional expenses tion would be wise to choose a be able to afford to fly their tions. But that’s not a world in college students typically have. university that’s more affordcollege students home several which today’s students live, so And the College Board notes able or one that’s offering a times per year for the holithe cost of a college educathat, despite the cost increase, more attractive scholarship days and other breaks in the tion is something nearly every financial aid budgets stayed and grant package. school year, and the burden of college-bound student must the same as the year before, Distance from home financing that travel can fall on consider before making his meaning even those students While many high school students. If you are not planor her decision. According to who received financial aid paid students may think a school ning to work during the school the College Board, the average more money. far away from their folks is year, then financing trips home overall cost to attend in-state While cost should not ideal, the reality of being far may prove very difficult.

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The First Day of School Is Right Around The Corner!

Environment Both the academic and social environments at a college or university merit consideration when students are deciding where to continue their educations. Some students thrive in a competitive academic environment, while others tend to fare better in a more casual setting. Students should assess which environment is best for them and choose a university that best

suits them as a student.

Larger schools tend to rely heavily on Greek life, while smaller schools may be more intimate and less exclusive.

Students who hope to join a sorority or fraternity might benefit from a school with a thriving Greek life, while those who want a more intimate social environment might prefer a smaller school where all of the students seem to know one another. - Metro

Did you know?

According to the College Board, the cost of a college education has risen by almost 130 percent in the last 20 years. However, middle-class incomes have flatlined, making a college education an unattainable goal for many students. Those who take out loans as a means to pay their way may want to consider college majors that may better prepare them to find jobs in well-paying fields and offset the cost of those loans. According to salary data site PayScale, engineering majors are the majors to consider if salary is a priority.

Starting pay; median pay ■ Petroleum engineering: $91,000; $155,000 ■ Chemical engineering: $64,500; $109,000.

■ Electrical engineering: $61,300; $103,000 ■ Aerospace engineering: $60,700; $102,000 ■ Computer engineering: $61,800; $101,000 ■ Physics: $49,000; $101,000 ■ Applied mathematics: $52,600; $98,600 ■ Computer Science: $56,600; $97,900 ■ Nuclear Engineering: $65,000; $97,800

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What’s new in school news...

Kevin Cutler new South Edgecombe principal.

common sense, knows how to run a school effectively, is student focused in decision making and is a lifelong learner,” said Superintendent John Farelly, “I am extremely pleased to have him join our ECPS team.”

Cutler’s most recent position was in Washington County Schools where he served as principal of Washington County Union Middle School. Prior to being named the principal there, he was an assistant principal at Washington County Union Middle School from July 2006 to June 2010 and at Plymouth High School from June 2010 to June 2012. Cutler also taught at the high school from 1988 to 1999 and at Pines Elementary from 1999 to 2006.

Cutler will replace current

The Edgecombe County Board of Education has chosen Kevin Cutler as the new principal of South Edgecombe Middle School. Cutler assumed the new role July 1.

Holding a master’s degree in school administration from Elizabeth City State University and a bachelor’s degree in health and physical education from East Carolina University, Cutler comes to Edgecombe County Public Schools with over 25 years of experience in education.

“Mr. Cutler has all of the qualities I look for in an instructional leader: Great communicator, knows the best instructional practices, has

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South Edgecombe Middle School is located at 230 Pinetops-Crisp Road in Pinetops and currently serves 384 students in grades six through eight.

Bernadine Lewis new C.B. Martin Middle School principal.

Bernadine lewis has been named the new principal of C.B. Martin Middle School.

She assumed the new role on July 1.

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the leadership Ms. Lewis will provide our school community at C.B. Martin Middle School.

She has strong instructional leadership skills, a tireless work ethic and a high level of integrity,” said Superintendent John Farrelly, “Lewis has been a veteran ECPS teacher and administrator who will provide the students at Martin with an outstanding instructional program.”

Lewis holds a master’s degree in administration from Phoenix University and another master’s degree in Special Education from East Carolina University. She joined the district in 1986 as an exceptional children’s teacher at Phillips Middle School where she remained for 12 years before moving on to serve in the same position at West

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Edgecombe Middle School in 1998 and to C.B. Martin Middle School in 1999.

After leaving Martin in 2008, Lewis began her tenure as a school administrator. She has served as an assistant principal at various schools across the district including Princeville Elementary, Coker-Wimberly Elementary and most recently SouthWest Edgecombe High School. Lewis has been serving as interim assistant principal at Tarboro High School since March 2013.

During her 27 years at Edgecombe County Public Schools, Lewis has been recognized as both ECPS Employee of the Month in January 2013 and as the C.B. Martin Middle School Teacher of the Year in 2004.

C.B. Martin Middle School is located at 400 E. Johnston Street in Tarboro and currently serves 366 students.

Edgecombe County Public Schools announces changes.

In order to meet the needs of the district, the Edgecombe County Board of Education has approved changes in three principal assignments and the hire of an administrative intern.

Stephanie alSton, current principal at Stocks Elementary School assumed the role of principal at Coker-Wimberly Elementary School affective July 1. Alston, who has served at Stocks since March 2012, came to the district from Pitt County Schools where she served as an assistant principal at Sam

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Alston earned her master’s in school administration from East Carolina University in 2007, where she also earned her Bachelor’s in elementary education in 2000.

Erin Swanson, a new administrator to Edgecombe County Public Schools, fills the principal vacancy at Stocks Elementary. Swanson most recently worked as an assistant principal at Northwest Halifax High School where she began in July 2012 after completing a principal internship and serving as interim assistant principal at A.B. Combs Leadership Magnet Elementary School. From July 2005 to May 2011, Swanson managed various programs within the Teach for America program, serving as program director, school director for the Atlanta Summer Training Institute and the executive director of the Eastern North Carolina corps during her tenure with the program. She earned a master’s in school administration from North Carolina State University through the Northeast Leadership Academy in May 2012 and her undergraduate degree in English at Wake Forest in May 2001.

Current administrative intern at Stocks Elementary, amy pearce, has joined Swanson at Stocks as the new assistant principal, a position to be left vacant by the retirement of current assistant principal, Dr. Brenda Hargrove.

Pearce completed her master’s in school administration at North Carolina State University through the Northeast Leadership Academy in May 2013 and has served at Stocks Continued to page 16 ±

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for the past year during her principal internship. Prior to her internship, Pearce taught mathematics at Tarboro High School.

Current Coker-Wimberly Elementary School Principal Lisa HoweLL will become the new principal at Phillips Middle School in the 2013-2014 school year. Howell, who’s been at Coker-Wimberly since July 2009, came to the district in July 2000 as an assistant principal. She earned her master’s degree in school administration in 1998 from East Carolina University where she also received her undergraduate degree in special education and teaching in 1991.

Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools name new Central Office administrators.

Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools announced four new administrative assignments which took effect July 1.

Michael “Chip” Hodges has been named the new Assistant Superintendent for Student Services. Victor Ward has been named the new Director of Parental Involvement and AtRisk Services. Ella Batts has been named the new Director of Human Resources for Licensed Personnel. Therman Flowers has been named as the new Executive Director of Secondary Instruction.

These hirings finalize administrative changes as part of the district’s central office reorganization, and each assignment began as part of the new budget cycle, once the hiring freeze was been lifted.

Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools reorganized 13 central office positions and shifted the duties to five positions, as part

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of several strategies to achieve a balanced budget for the 2013-14 school year.

MicHaeL “cHip” Hodges will serve as the Assistant Superintendent for Student Services. He has been in public education for a total of 18 years. He has served in several roles, starting off as a teacher, later becoming a school counselor, assistant principal and principal. Hodges holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from St. Andrews College, a Master of Arts in Education (School Counseling) from East Carolina University, a Master of School Administration from East Carolina University, and an Educational Specialist Degree from East Carolina University. Hodges said he looks forward to working in the student services division.

“I look forward to serving Nash-Rocky Mount Schools in this new position and to working with our Student Services staff and district leadership team,” said Hodges. “Through our work in the Student Services Department, we will positively impact teaching and learning by supporting our students, parents, and school personnel.”

Therman Flowers was named the Executive Director of Secondary Instruction for Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools. Flowers is currently the principal at Reedy Creek Middle School in Cary. He has been a principal in Durham Public Schools and Wake County Public Schools, as

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well as an assistant principal in Guilford County Schools.

Flowers earned his bachelor’s degree and master’s degree from North Carolina A&T State University.

“I am very appreciative to Superintendent Jackson and the Nash Rocky Mount School Board for selecting me as Executive Director for Secondary Education,” said Flowers. “I am extremely excited about this fantastic opportunity and look forward to collaborating and supporting middle and high school principals to ensure that all middle and high school students have access and an opportunity to compete in a global, technological world.”

Victor ward was named the Director of Parent Involvement & At-Risk Services. Ward

has been employed with the Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools district in several capacities, starting first as a social studies teacher, then serving as an assistant principal, and elementary school principal before becoming the Director of Human Resources.

Ward has 19 years of experience in public education. He earned his bachelor’s degree, master’s degree in school administration and an advanced degree at East Carolina University.

“I am certainly excited for the opportunity to broaden my horizons in this new assignment,” said Ward. “I look forward to working with the schools, families, community, and various other agencies to prepare students for bright and prosperous futures, as stated in our district’s vision statement.”

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Ella Batts will serve as the Director of Human Resources, Licensed Personnel. Batts has 25 years of experience and has served Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools in numerous capacities starting as a fifth grade teacher as Nashville Elementary School, then moving to become an assistant principal at WL Green, and principal at Cedar Grove Elementary and Nashville Elementary. She also served as Director of Human Resources, and Executive Director of Elementary Education, before returning to schools to serve as principal of Williford Elementary and Winstead Avenue Elementary.

Batts holds a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a master’s degree in Administration and Supervision from East Carolina University. She said she is excited to assist the school district in recruiting and retaining 21st Century professionals.

“I look forward to developing avenues of attracting highquality employees who believe that all children deserve the best education that we can possibly give them and who are committed to working diligently to ensure that our students are readily prepared for the world that awaits them no matter the path they choose.” Batts said.

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Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools names new principals and assistant principals.

Chad Thompson was named the new principal at Northern Nash High School. Gary Major was named the new principal at Parker Middle School.

Marquis Spell was named the new principal of Nash Central Middle School. Margaret Sharpe was named the new principal of Red Oak Middle School. Yolanda Wiggins was named the new principal at Winstead Avenue Elementary School. Sharon Huneycutt was named the new principal at Nashville Elementary School.

Janie MacIntyre was named principal of Fairview Early Childhood Center. Several assistant principals were also named. These positions took effect July 1.

Chad thompson was named the new principal of Northern Nash High School 17 years in public education.

Thompson has taught physical education, health, World history and psychology, as well as served as athletic director and coach with Union County Public Schools, Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools, and Roanoke Rapids City Schools.

Thompson was an Assistant Principal in Roanoke Rapids City Schools before returning to be a principal in the NashRocky Mount School System.

He holds a bachelor’s degree from Catawba College, earned his master’s degree from North Carolina State University, and is currently pursuing his doctorate in Administration

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and Supervision at NC State University.

“I am excited that I have been given the opportunity to return to Northern Nash High School in the principal role,” said Thompson. “I am eager to begin conversations with the students, staff, parents, and stakeholders in order to discuss the future of Northern Nash. The ultimate goal is to ensure that all programs (academic, athletic, arts, CTE, and all others) at Northern Nash are functioning to the highest degree possible while continuing to build meaningful relationships with students and parents.”

Gary major was named the new principal of Parker Middle School. Major has worked in public education for over 19 years. He has been a teacher of various age groups ranging from kindergarten to ninth grade. He has worked in the Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools system for the past nine years, serving first as an assistant principal at Hubbard Elementary and Southern Nash Middle school. He served as principal of Cedar Grove Elementary and O. R. Pope Elementary. Major holds a bachelor’s degree from University of New York, Buffalo and earned his master’s degree from East Carolina.

“I look forward to working with the faculty, students, parents and community of Parker Middle school to forward the districts vision of deliberate excellence for all students,” said Major. marGarEt sharpE was named the new principal of

Red Oak Middle School.

Sharpe has over 20 years of experience working in the Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools system, where she taught exceptional children at Southern Nash Middle and Nash Central High, was an assistant principal at Nash Central High, and eventually principal at Red Oak Elementary and Nashville Elementary.

Sharpe holds a bachelor’s degree in Special Education and a master’s degree in School Administration, both for East Carolina University.

“I am looking forward to this new challenge in continuing to grow professionally,” said Sharpe. “Education is the key that opens all doors.

I look forward to this new adventure.” marquis spEll was named the new principal of Nash Central Middle School.

Spell was a math teacher and coach at Springfield Middle School in Wilson, an Assistant Principal at Beddingfield High School in Wilson, and most recently Assistant Principal at Southern Nash High School.

Spell holds a bachelor’s degree in applied mathematics from Francis Marion University, located in Florence, SC, and a master’s degree from East Carolina University.

“I’m looking forward to building relationships with a new community of parents, staff, and students to make their educational experiences successful,” said Spell.

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Yolanda Wiggins was named principal of Winstead Avenue Elementary School. Wiggins currently serves as assistant principal of M. B. Hubbard Elementary School.

Wiggins has also held the position as assistant principal intern at Hollister Elementary School in Halifax County Schools. Prior to that, she taught seventh grade Language Arts in Halifax County Schools NC for 13 years.

Wiggins received her undergraduate degree in English/Writing from East Carolina University in Greenville NC, and began her teaching career in August 1998 after being a news reporter for local newspapers for five years. She became a teacher through the state’s lateral entry program.

She later became a National Board Certified Teacher in November 2005. Wiggins obtained her Masters in School Administration from North Carolina State University in May 2012 as a member of the Northeast Leadership Academy (NELA) maintaining a 4.0 GPA. “I am truly excited about the opportunity to serve Winstead Avenue Elementary School,” said Wiggins. “I look forward to working with the staff, community and especially the students to provide a solid educational foundation. I want to ensure that Winstead Avenue Elementary continues to be a great place to grow.” sharon huneYcutt was named the new principal of Nashville Elementary School.

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a teacher, media coordinator, safe, nurturing, and rigorous Edgecombe Middle curriculum facilitator, and learning environment for School Principal NCDPI State Assistance team each child.” MacIntyre said. member in Moore County “By working together with The Edgecombe County Schools, served as media codevotion and determination, Board of Education chose ordinator in Johnston County our staff will ensure each child donita gregorY as the new Schools, and as an Assistant is academically and socially principal of Principal intern at Red Oak prepared to meet and exceed West EdgeMiddle, as well as an Assistant the demands of the Common combe Middle Principal at Hubbard ElemenCore State Standards and the School. Gregtary, Swift Creek Elementary, NC Essential Standards. By ory assumed and Red Oak Elementary. supporting our children with the new role Huneycutt holds a bachepositive relationships and July 15. lor’s of science providing them with high qualGregory holds a master’s degree from Ap- ity, effective learning experidegree in Educational Leaderpalachian State ences, we will help them build ship from the University of University in the solid foundation they will North Carolina at Chapel Hill; (K-9) Elemenneed as self-confident, life-long an advanced degree from Catary Education, learners. Our school is blessed pella University and a bacha Masters of to have wonderful parents elor’s degree from Elizabeth Library Science from North and supportive community City State University.

Carolina Central Univerpartners.”

Gregory’s most recent sity, and a Masters in School position was in Union County Administration from East Public Schools where she has New Assistant Carolina University “I am very Principal Assignments served as an Assistant Princiexcited for the opportunity to for the school year: pal since 2007. Prior to being form a partnership with the named an Assistant Principal Nashville Elementary staff, Kendrick Altson there, she held supervisory Exstudents, parents and commu– DS. Johnson Elementary ceptional Children’s Program nity to provide a safe, nurturTracy Barnes roles in both Charlotte Mecking, supportive, and rigorous – Southern Nash Middle lenburg and Durham County academic learning environKelvin Belle Public Schools. ment for our students,” said – Rocky Mount Middle Superintendent John FarHuneycutt.

Jennifer Berry relly is thrilled to have Ms. – Red Oak Elementary/Swift Gregory join the ECPS leaderJanie MacintYre was named the new Creek Elementary ship team: “I am extremely principal of Lisa Brown pleased to have Ms. Gregory Fairview Early – Parker Middle join our ECPS team. Ms. Childhood Krista Fasoli Gregory was an outstanding Center. For – Williford Elementary Exceptional Children’s teacher over 24 years, Amanda Farrell prior to beginning her adminMacIntyre – Hubbard Elementary istrative career in 2007. She has served students of Nash Vernadette Garland has all of the qualities I look Rocky Mount Public Schools – Nashville Elementary for in an instructional leader. as a teacher, instructional John Grishow I am looking forward to the coach, and assistant principal.

– Red Oak Middle exemplary leadership she will She earned her bachelor’s Darsheka Hopkins provide the West Edgecombe and master’s degrees from – Englewood Elementary School Community. Ms. East Carolina University and Jennifer Lewis Gregory is from the area and is a National Board Certified – Benvenue Elementary has relatives in our county; she Teacher.

Zachary Marks is excited about coming home “I am appreciative of the – Nash Central Middle and leading West Edgecombe opportunity to continue this Kelly Mudd Middle School”. year’s work in providing a – Nash Central Middle

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How to recognize if your child has a vision problem for indicators that a child might be struggling with myopia. Kids who are nearsighted might squint to see objects that are far away, including the television.

One of the telltale indicators is how a child behaves in the classroom. Children who tell their teacher they need to move closer to the chalkboard should be taken to the eye doctor.

Parents who suspect their child might be nearsighted can talk to their child’s teacher and ask if the teacher feels the child might be struggling with his or her vision. Such struggles can affect how a child performs in school.

Children who get frequent headaches might also be suffering from nearsightedness.

Doctors recommend that kids have their eyes examined at six months, three years of age and prior to entering the first grade.

Is myopia preventable?

Since it is often inherited, myopia is not preventable. However, treatment can significantly minimize its effects. Children who appear to be struggling to see distant objects clearly should be taken for an eye exam. That exam may include an eye pressure Parents want their kids to be as healthy as possible. Whether measurement; a refraction test, which is used to determine a tailoring kids’ diets to include healthier foods or encouraging correct prescription for eyeglasses; a retinal examination and a their youngsters to be physically active, parents often go the visual acuity test, which measures sharpness of vision at close extra mile with regards to the health of their children. and far distances.

But as hard as parents may try, some health-related issues are When a child is diagnosed as being nearsighted, the doctor will difficult to avoid or prevent. For example, even the most consci- likely prescribe eyeglasses or contact lenses. LASIK surgery can entious parents might have little influence over their children’s correct vision, but many surgeons are reticent to recommend vision. Many children have a form of myopia, commonly known such surgery until a patient’s eye has fully developed, which does as nearsightedness, which progressively worsens as kids get not occur until after childhood. older but eventually stabilizes when their eyes have stopped Are there other symptoms of childhood vision problems? growing, typically in a young adult’s early 20s. Myopia is common There are additional symptoms of childhood vision problems and treatable, but parents should still educate themselves about that might not indicate nearsightedness, but might indicate it so they can better respond should they suspect their child is another problem that should result in a trip to the eye doctor. suffering from nearsightedness.

For example, a child might close one eye when watching television or reading. This could be indicative that vision in one eye is What causes myopia? poorer than the other.

When a person has myopia, light entering his or her eye is Young children who struggle to color within the lines might focused incorrectly. Nearsighted people usually have an eyeball have an issue with their hand-eye coordination. Poor hand-eye that is slightly longer than normal from front to back, and the coordination could be the result of a vision impairment. light rays that make up the images a nearsighted person sees Children who tilt their head to one side to improve vision focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it. The result is might be suffering from a vision problem that makes it difficult that objects that are far away appear blurry. for them to look directly down.

Vision problems can negatively affect how a child performs in Are there indicators that a child is nearsighted? school as well as in social situations. Though such vision probKids likely won’t tell their parents that they are struggling to lems are not always preventable, parents who can identify them see distant objects clearly, so it’s important for parents to look can greatly minimize their effects. - Metro

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