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More Than 12,600 Students Are Expected for 2011-2012 School Year

The new school year will kick off Thursday, Aug. 25, with approximately 12,672 students expected to enter the doors of Moore County’s 23 schools, an increase of about 175 students over the previous year. “Our staffs have been busily preparing for the new school year,” says Dr. Susan Purser, superintendent. “Just in the past few weeks, administrators have been in several days of training and teachers have been participating in professional development activities. Although the past several months have been filled with uncertainty about state budget cuts, staffs are in place, facilities are ready and we are excited about the year ahead.” Year-round school began for nearly 400

students in grades K-5 July 18. With the retirement of the Academy Heights facility, year-round school is now being offered for the first time at Pinehurst Elementary and West Pine Elementary. Pinehurst welcomed approximately 108 year-round students in grades K-2, and West Pine opened its doors to approximately 130 students in grades 3-5. The year-round program continues to be offered at Southern Pines Primary, where 245 students were welcomed July 18, and at Southern Pines Elementary ,where 260 students arrived on the first day. All four schools offer a dual track, that is, a choice of either the year-round track or the traditional track. Schools with traditional programs will have Back to School Night for parents and

students according to the following schedule: Primary Schools — 5 p.m. until 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 23 Elementary Schools (including K-8 schools) — 5:30 p.m. until 7 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 23 Middle Schools — 5 p.m. until 6:30 p.m., Monday, Aug. 22 High Schools — 5:30 p.m. until 7 p.m., Monday, Aug. 22 The state of North Carolina requires that all schools provide 185 days and a minimum of 1,025 hours of instruction exclusive of breaks, lunch periods and other times between classes. A printable color calendar for both the traditional schedule and the year-round schedule can be found on page 10 and 11 or under the “Calendar” link on the main page of the school district’s website at www.ncmcs.org. The school district’s current school fee schedule can also be accessed on the “Student and Parent Resources” page of the school district’s website.

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Moore County Schools: A Culture of Learning

e are only days away from a new school year, and amid the excitement of new teachers, new clothes, new books, new friends and, for many, a new school — parents are anxious about the experiences that lay ahead in the coming school year for their child. In Moore County Schools, we are excited about what’s in store for the new school year. As a result of our “Growing to Greatness” initiative, our schools and our classrooms are being transformed so that our students will have the tools and skills they need to be successful in the world of tomorrow. Schools cannot continue to operate on the same Superintendent model that has permeated education for the past 150 years. That is evident by the fact (and predictions vary) that information in our world today is doubling every 18 months to every two years. At that rate, is it practical to consider memorization of facts as the foundation of a good education?

Susan Purser

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A visit to any of our classrooms will make it evident that a transformation is taking place, and “Growing to Greatness” is not just a slogan — it is now ingrained in our culture and the way we lead students each day. Students in Moore County Schools are challenged to stretch themselves; they are given the opportunity to interact with others, be creative, think for themselves and learn how to seek answers to their questions. Teachers are designers of learning experiences that will engage students. In contrast to the compliant, passive student of the past, our students are actively involved in their learning. They are given the opportunity to make choices and pursue their interests. So what is the result of all of this? Looking back at the previous school year, I see students at one of our schools not only winning in a state technology competition, but going to place high on a national level. A high school speech and debate team that won the North Carolina state championship. Students competing in DOT Bridge Building took top honors in the state. An incredible 157 students were named AP (Advanced Placement) Scholars. And there’s more! A successful school system also must

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have teachers who are lifelong learners. The vehicle on which “Growing to Greatness” continues to move forward is ongoing, high-quality professional development. In addition, teachers work collaboratively to plan educational experiences for students, building on each other’s knowledge and skills. They seek and implement best educational practices and create new and innovative opportunities for their students. All the while, teachers are seeking to improve themselves. Approximately 47 percent of Moore County’s teachers have master’s degrees or higher. Several of our teachers have been named Kenan Fellows, committing to approximately five years of extensive study in areas such as technology, science, etc. Moore County has one of the highest percentages of educators in the state (134) with National Board certification. The accomplishments of our students outside the classroom that I mentioned above are also a tribute to our teachers’ desire to see student realize their dreams and potential, their willingness to give of their time and talents beyond the regular school day, and their commitment to providing the best educational experiences possible for their students.

Although it has been a few years, I remember well the anxiety I had for my two daughters at the beginning of each school year. A thousand questions whirled through my mind because I wanted them to get a great education, grow and flourish academically and personally, and love school and be excited about each day. When my grandchildren reach school age, I know I’ll be even more anxious about them, whether it’s that first day of kindergarten or the final year of high school. We have great schools in Moore County with fantastic teachers, administrators and support staff who want for their students exactly what I wanted for my children — a great education, to grow and flourish and to be excited about school because they love being there each day. I encourage you to visit our schools, and you’ll see something different and exciting going on in our classrooms — and students who are nurtured, challenged, and eagerly engaged in the learning opportunities that have been designed for them. Welcome to Moore County Schools’ 20112012 school year!

Dr. Susan Purser is the superintendent of Moore County Schools.

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Information Needed To Enroll a Student

Any child who will be entering kindergarten must be enrolled at the school he or she will attend. Parents of new students to the system, whether kindergarten or otherwise, must show proof of proper immunization and provide a birth certificate. Parents who are unsure as to the school attendance area in which they reside should call Moore County Schools’ transportation department at (910) 947-5481. New residents are reminded that enrolling a student in school takes place at the school designated for the area of residence. Parents/guardians should bring with them the following: I The student’s birth certificate, I The student’s immunization record, I Proof of residence (such as, but not limited to, a Moore County property tax statement, current lease/rental agreement or current closing statement for property purchase) I The student’s last report card (unless the student is a kindergarten student), and I Proof of legal custody or guardianship. High school students enrolling for the first time in school should bring a high school transcript as well. For more information, visit the “Students and Parents Resources” page of the Moore County Schools’ website at www.ncmcs.org.

Adjustment in Buses, Daily Schedules Will Result in Significant Savings Moore County Schools estimates a savings of between $600,000 and $700,000 during the 2011-2012 school year as a result of consolidating bus routes and adjusting school start times to accommodate the consolidation. “Although there is little change in most schools’ schedules, our high schools will see the greatest adjustment,” said Superintendent Dr. Susan Purser. “They will begin their day at 9 a.m. with a 4 p.m. dismissal time. Without the later start time, the bus route consolidation would not be possible, and we would not be able to realize this significant savings, which has enabled us to preserve many positions in the classroom.” She continued, “At a time when we are working diligently to protect our classrooms, savings of this

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type and magnitude are even more significant. It doesn’t come without inconveniences, though. Adjustments in both families’ and employees’ schedules will be necessary — some with minor inconvenience, but also some that will present challenges. However, I see this as another example of everyone pulling together to preserve the resources we need to provide the kind of educational experiences our children deserve.”

Southern Pines Elementary 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Individual school start and dismissal times are as follows:

Pinecrest High 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Aberdeen Primary 7:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. Aberdeen Elementary 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Southern Pines Primary 7:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.

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Cameron Elementary 7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Vass-Lakeview Elementary 7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Carthage Elementary 7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Sandhills Farm Life Elementary 7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Crain’s Creek Middle 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. New Century Middle 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Union Pines High 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Robbins Elementary 7:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. Westmoore Elementary 7:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. Highfalls Elementary 7:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. Elise Middle 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. North Moore High 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Pinckney Academy 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

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District’s Information on Weather Closings When a school day is canceled due to inclement weather, Moore County Schools will utilize the Saturday within that week as a make-up day, if possible. “It may not always be feasible; however, we will try to have make-up days on Saturdays whenever we can,” says Superintendent Dr. Susan Purser. “If it is not possible to use Saturday for a make-up day, we will look at other non-student days. We hope this will create the least inconvenience for our families. However, the many requirements placed on school districts regarding attendance limit our options considerably.” Some of those requirements include no fewer than 185 individual student days, a minimum of 1,025 hours of instruction, no student days prior to Aug. 25 or later than June 10, and more. If inclement weather necessitates either a delay or closing, families will be notified first by the school district’s Connect-ED phone messaging system. Homes typically receive these calls between 6:15 and 6:45 a.m. Delays or closings are also posted on the school district’s website at www.ncmcs.org.

Moore County Schools reports delays or closings to the following radio and television stations: Radio Stations WIOZ 102.5 FM - Southern Pines WEEB 990 AM - Southern Pines WQNX 1350 AM - Aberdeen WFLB 96.5 FM - Fayetteville WQSM 98 FM - Fayetteville Life 103.1FM WLHC Radio and TV stations listed below will be notified of delays or closings; however, school officials emphasize that the most immediate and dependable information is provided by Connect-ED and the school district’s website. Please note: No announcement means schools will be on a regular schedule. Inclement weather in Moore County can occur in one area while the other areas are unaffected. Therefore, the school district must be flexible in

TV Stations WFMY Channel 2 - Greensboro WGHP Channel 8 - High Point WRAL Channel 5 - Raleigh WTVD Channel 11- Durham WNCN Channel 17 - Raleigh News 14 Carolina decision-making. When making a decision regarding the close or delay of school, the superintendent and district-level staff will communicate with appropriate agencies and personnel to reach a decision. Buses may delay the start of routes on questionable mornings as late as 6:45 a.m. This allows time to send out appropriate communications. If parents feel conditions are unsafe in their area, they should keep their children at home.

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Moore County Public Schools www.mcs.k12.nc.us North Moore High Grades 9-12 1504 North Moore Road Robbins, NC 27325 (910) 464-3105 (910) 464-6016 fax Principal: Scott Absher Student Population: 592

Sandhills Farm Life Elementary Grades K-5 2201 Farm Life School Road Carthage, NC 28327 (910) 949-2501 (910) 949-2927 fax Principal: Nora McNeill Student Population: 529

Vass-Lakeview Elementary Grades K-5 141 James St. Vass, NC 28394 (910) 245-3444 (910) 245-1301 fax Principal: Amanda Bullard Student Population: 602 West End Elementary Grades K-5 4483 N.C. 211 West End, NC 27376 (910) 673-6691 (910) 673-7640 fax Principal: Leigh Ann McClendon Student Population: 403

Aberdeen Elementary Grades 3-5 503 N. Sandhills Blvd. Aberdeen, NC 28315 (910) 944-1124 (910) 944-3597 fax Principal: Debbie Warren Student Population: 320*

Crain’s Creek Middle Grades 6-8 4631 Union Church Road Carthage, NC 28327 (910) 245-3796 (910) 245-7312 fax Principal: Rose Cooper Student Population: 368

Pinckney Academy Vocational/Alternative 160 Pinckney Road Carthage, NC 28327 (910) 947-2342 (910) 947-2404 fax Principal: Robin Liles Student Population: Varies

Southern Middle Grades 6-8 515 Johnson St. Aberdeen, NC 28315 (910) 693-1550 (910) 693-1544 fax Principal: Dr. Mike Metcalf Student Population: 741

Aberdeen Primary Grades K-2 310 Keyser St. Aberdeen, NC 28315 (910) 944-1523 (910) 944-3171 fax Principal: Sloan Browning Student Population: 337

Elise Middle Grades 6-8 180 North Broad St. Robbins, NC 27325 (910) 948-2421 (910) 948-4112 fax Principal: Brenda Cassady Student Population: 213

Southern Pines Elementary Grades 3-5 255 S. May St. Southern Pines, NC 28387 (910) 692-2357 (910) 693-1745 fax Principal: Marcy Cooper Student Population: 417

Cameron Elementary Grades K-5 2636 N.C. 24-27 Cameron, NC 28326 (910) 245-7814 (910) 245-2760 fax Principal: Dale Buie Student Population: 221

Highfalls Elementary Grades K-8 1220 N.C. 22 High Falls, NC 27259 (910) 464-3600 (910) 464-5404 fax Principal: Kim Bullard Student Population: 296

Pinecrest High Grades 9-12 250 Voit Gilmore Lane U.S. 15-501 South Southern Pines, NC 28387 (910) 692-6554 (910) 692-0606 fax Principal: Joel County Student Population: 2,016

Carthage Elementary Grades K-5 312 Rockingham St. Carthage, NC 28327 (910) 947-2781 (910) 947-5670 fax Principal: Denny Ferguson Student Population: 389

New Century Middle Grades 6-8 1577 Union Church Road Cameron, NC 28326 (910) 947-1301 (910) 947-1227 fax Principal: Robin Calcutt Student Population: 535

West Pine Elementary Grades K-5 272 Archie Road West End, NC 27376 (910) 673-2004 (910) 673-2023 fax Principal: Seth Powers Student Population: 549

Pinehurst Elementary Grades K-5 100 Dundee Road Pinehurst, NC 28374 (910) 295-6969 (910) 295-1027 fax Principal: Sara Bigley Student Population: 598

Southern Pines Primary Grades K-2 1250 W. New York Ave. Southern Pines, NC 28387 (910) 692-8659 (910) 692-8259 fax Principal: Mary Scott Harrison Student Population: 436

West Pine Middle Grades 6-8 144 Archie Road West End, NC 27376 (910) 673-1464 (910) 673-1272 fax Principal: Dr. Candace Turk Student Population: 847

Robbins Elementary Grades K-5 268 Rushwood Road Robbins, NC 28325 (910) 948-2411 (910) 948-3264 fax Principal: Heather Seawell Student Population: 462

Union Pines High Grades 9-12 1981 Union Church Road Cameron, NC 28326 (910) 947-5511 (910) 947-5117 fax Principal: Robin Lea Student Population: 1,227

Westmoore Elementary Grades K-8 2159 N.C. 705 Seagrove, NC 27341-7213 (910) 464-3401 (910) 464-5293 fax Principal: Lisa Scott Student Population: 424

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OCTOBER

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JANUARY

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APRIL

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Students Attend Full Day

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NOVEMBER

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FEBRUARY

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MAY

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Early Release Day Student Half Day

No school for students

August 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . First Day for Students September 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holiday September 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release Day September 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release Day October 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . End of Grading Period October 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Report Cards, Early Release Day October 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parent-Teacher Conferences - All Grades October 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release Day November 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holiday November 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . End of Grading Period November 23, 24, 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holidays November 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Report Cards December 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release Day December 22-January 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Winter Break January 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Students Return to School

Report Cards

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DECEMBER

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MARCH

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

JUNE

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

End of Grading Period

Parent-Teacher Conferences

January 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holiday January 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . End of Grading Period January 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Report Cards February 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No School for Students - Teacher Workday March 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . End of Grading Period March 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Report Cards - High School March 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release Day April 6-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spring Break April 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release Day April 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . End of Grading Period May 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Report Cards May 18-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . End of Grade Tests - Grades 3-8 May 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holiday June 8 . . . . . . . . . . . End of Grading Period, Last Day for Students - All Grades June 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Report Cards - Elementary/Middle/Grade 12

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3 10 17 24 31

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5 12 19 26

OCTOBER

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24 31

4 11 18 25

JANUARY

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7 14 21 28

4 11 18 25

3 10 17 24

2 9 16 23 30

6 13 20 27

3 10 17 24 31

2 9 16 23 30

1 8 15 22 29

5 12 19 26

2 9 16 23 30

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5 12 19 26 T

5 12 19 26

Students Attend Full Day

6 13 20 27 F

6 13 20 27

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SEPTEMBER

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1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24 31

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5 12 19 26

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2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

5 12 19 26 MAY

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Early Release Day Student Half Day

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July 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . First Day for Students August 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release Day August 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No School for Students - Teacher Workday September 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holiday September 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . End of Grading Period September 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release Day September 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release Day September 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Report Cards/Parent-Teacher Conferences September 21-October 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Intersession October 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Students Return October 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release Day October 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release Day November 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . End of Grading Period November 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Report Cards November 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holiday November 23, 24, 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holidays December 19-January 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Intersession

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Report Cards

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DECEMBER

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FEBRUARY

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MARCH

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5 12 19 26

JUNE

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End of Grading Period

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3 10 17 24 31

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Parent-Teacher Conferences

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January 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Students Return January 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . End of Grading Period January 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holiday January 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Report Cards February 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No School for Students - Teacher Workday February 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . End of Grading Period February 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Report Cards March 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release Day March 29-April 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Intersession April 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Students Return April 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release Day April 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . End of Grading Period May 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Report Cards May 18-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . End of Grade Tests - Grades 3-8 May 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holiday June 8 . . . . . . . . . . . End of Grading Period, Last Day for Students June 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Report Cards

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 3, 2011

THE PILOT — SOUTHERN PINES, N.C. BY DEBORAH SALOMON Feature Writer

Obviously, breakfast is the most important meal of the day, or else toaster waffles/pancakes/pastries, precooked bacon, biscuit combos, cereals galore and now frozen oatmeal would not survive. Children need the nourishment most. Children also get into sugar-coated ruts. And parents experience a time crunch, perceived or real. Ever wonder why the parent who buys microwavable breakfasts wants perked coffee? With the right mindset in place, solutions abound: The Oat Meal: Kids who like oatmeal cookies should love the real thing. A pot of quick-cooking plain oatmeal is ready in a minute more than the sweetened, artificially flavored stuff in little packets. Let kids flavor their own from an oatmeal condiment bar — small containers filled with raisins and dried berries, peanut butter, jam, mini-marshmallows and minichocolate chips, even oatmeal cookie chunks. Or, instead of water, cook oatmeal in apple cider and top with a spoonful of canned apple pie filling. Oatmeal can be made ahead, refrigerated, spooned into a bowl with milk and heated in the microwave. Make-Aheads: French toast shouldn’t come from a toaster. Twice a week, stir together six eggs and about 1 cup of milk

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in a shallow rectangular container with tight-fitting lid. Dip eight or more slices of firm white bread into mixture and layer in the container. Refrigerate. Spray a square nonstick griddle with cooking spray or rub with butter, brown 4-6 slices at once, in less than five minutes — so much better than the cardboardy frozen kind. Note: Instead of syrup, try grated cheese on French toast. Once you’re griddle-savvy, keep a jar of pancake batter made from a mix in the fridge, also. Shake, pour, flip. Easy. Eggs Otherwise: Egg McQuickies in five minutes: Lightly grease an 8-inch nonstick skillet and heat to medium. Whisk four or five eggs with salt, pepper and a splash of milk. Pour into skillet, cover and cook until eggs are set. While eggs are cooking, toast four English muffins. Cut omelet into quarters. Sprinkle with bacon bits from a jar. Tuck each quarter into an English muffin. Think Inside the Bun: Lower-fat chicken and turkey sausages come flavored or mild, fit perfectly into a hot dog bun, make a tasty breakfast alongside fresh fruit. Scrambled eggs get a new look on wholegrain burger buns. A.M. Sandwiches: Grilled cheese, grilled ham and cheese, grilled cheese and tomato, peanut butter and banana, strawberries and cream cheese, egg salad. What grown-up hasn’t eaten cold pizza for breakfast? Try simple English muffin

(or bagel) oven pizzas: Toast muffins, spread with a spoonful of spaghetti sauce, top with a round slice of provolone, run under broiler. Quirkies: Kids can be adventurous if approached young enough. Keep a bowl of mac and cheese made with interesting macaroni shapes, milk, Velveeta. Tempt a lazy eater with chicken noodle or other chunky soups. Smile and offer canned ravioli, a rib-sticking frosty-morn breakfast. Rich rice pudding studded with raisins … Divine. Shakes: Ready in seconds from the blender, enriched with EggBeaters or other pasteurized egg product, ripe banana, berries. A spoonful of frozen orange juice concentrate, vanilla yogurt and milk — yummy. For a thick butterscotch shake, buzz plain yogurt, milk, a splash of pasteurized eggs and several teaspoons of butterscotch instant pudding powder. Anytime Fruit: Nothing wrong with canned peaches or pears, applesauce, grapes, pineapple for breakfast. Surprise the little ones with half a ripe kiwi served in an egg cup with a demi-tasse spoon to scoop out the good stuff. Accompany their breakfast sandwich with a fruit smoothie from the blender and send the kids off nourished and happy.

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O’Neal School Facts For 2011-2012 School Year

O’Neal Celebrating 40 Years

On September 7, 1971, Wallace O’Neal Day School opened, serving 35 students in fourth through sixth grades. After spending a few weeks at the Campbell House, the school moved to two mobile units nestled in a pine forest that was donated by the Meyer family off Airport Road. Today, The O’Neal School still holds its place among the pines as a five-building campus serving 410 students from pre-K3 through 12th grade. O’Neal will be celebrating its 40th birthday throughout the 2011-2012 school year as it recognizes the growth and success in educating youth in the Sandhills. As “21st century learning” is the buzz in the education industry, the O’Neal community has committed to further developing its faculty, improving its technology and simply going outside of the box to cultivate “lifelong learners.” On the global front, O’Neal will be sending two of its junior students abroad for a semester of study this fall. Maggie Jackson will be studying Spanish in Vigo, Spain, and Savannah Merritt will travel to Bordeaux, France, to study French. In return, O’Neal will have a sophomore student from Vigo, Spain, for the entire school year who will be living with an O’Neal family. As O’Neal continues to grow its fine arts program, Lower School students will have the opportunity to participate in a Lower School chorus or “Art in the Afternoon” as afterschool programs. As a new community service initiative, this year Middle School students will have hands-on involvement with the and pre-K Sandhills r o f l ocia Children’s Center eam S r C e — Ic as well as 4 1 d . n g a ay, Au g fifthMANNA! in is r r Sund rten Students o tion f a Serving ta g r n e ie d r O kin ts. students from . 16 — new studen g u A as ay, pre-K to grade chool Tuesd ders as well ay of s d t a r s r g ir 12, The O’Neal o F f e — s ninth u Ho . 17 n g e u School is a p A O , hool esday member of per Sc p Wedn U 2— ar1 p . r t the National o p f use ay, Se en Ho Association p Mond O l choo ts of Indepenower S L paren — 13 for . e dent s p u e o S ay, pen H Schools and Tuesd ool O h c S dle id is a Core M ents 5— ept. 1 Knowledge S , y a d National Thurs ts n e r Visitation pa Site. The school has dual accreditation from the Southern

Description: Private, independent college preparatory school serving students Pre-K3 through 12th grade. Location: 3300 Airport Road, Southern Pines Enrollment: Approximately 410. Students come from Moore, Lee, Richmond, Montgomery, Hoke and Scotland counties. Accreditation: Joint Accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and Southern Association of Independent Schools. Membership: North Carolina Association of Independent Schools and the National Association of Independent Schools, The Moore County Chamber of Commerce Administration: Operated under the leadership of the headmaster and the board of trustees. The board of trustees is made up of parents and members of the community. Schedule: Classes begin at 8:15 a.m. with final dismissal at 3:05 p.m. Grading periods are based on trimesters. Lunch Program: Lunch is provided Monday through Friday by Sandhills Cafeteria and Catering. Bus Transportation: There are three daily school routes that cover: Sanford; Rockingham, Aberdeen and Pinehurst; Laurinburg and Southern Pines

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throughout the nation. For more information about enrollment to The O’Neal School, call Alice Droppers, director of admissions, at (910) 692-6920 or go to www.ONealSchool.org.

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Academy of Moore County: Building New Leaders The Academy of Moore County in Aberdeen is a public, tuition-free charter school of choice that currently serves students from Moore, Hoke, Richmond, Scotland and Robeson counties. The Academy of Moore County received a four-year charter renewal from the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction on June 30, 2011, based on exceeding the state’s academic requirements during the 2010-2011 year. The school does not charge fees to attend. The Academy has a cap of 210 students, and has a few remaining slots available at this time for the 2011-2012 school year. Beginning with this academic year, The Academy is a kindergartenthrough fifth-grade elementary school, having eliminated the middle grades. The teaching staff is 100 percent highly qualified. The first day of school is scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 10, with the last academic day scheduled for May 25, 2012. The school day begins at 8 a.m. and ends at 2:45 p.m. Optional after-school care is available from the hours of 2:45 to 5:30 p.m. Two buses serve Moore County students. The school is planning to transition to a

year-round calendar in the following academic year, beginning July 2012. In so doing, the board of directors, administration and teaching staff feel the students will make greater gains throughout the year, and will be able to better prevent summer academic loss. The Academy of Moore County is now a certified “The Leader in Me” school, which is a program based up on the Stephen Covey book, “The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People,” and is utilized at particular schools both nationally and internationally. The program addresses the whole child by teaching students personal leadership and 21st century life skills. It presents principle-centered approaches for personal problem-solving, teaching responsibility and ethics, and impacts students from diverse backgrounds regardless of race, intelligence or economic upbringing. Having informally introduced “The

Leader in Me” in the 2010-2011 academic year, The Academy credits much of its positive culture and increased academic gains to this program.

The required student uniforms have been updated to reflect the leadership culture of the school. Another exciting activity is the newly created Communities in Schools vegetable

and flower garden, headed by CIS director Kathy Byron. The gardens will be integrated into all grade levels, as well as all core curriculums. This will allow the students an additional outdoor classroom, in which the students are involved in all aspects of the growing process, from garden bed preparation to cooking and enjoying the fruits of the harvest. The Academy is also a recipient of BackPack Pals, a program that delivers food to needy students for weekend meals. Students currently bring their lunches from home, as there is not a cafeteria on site. The Parent Teacher Organization remains a strong and positive presence. It is planning events throughout the school year that include an annual fall festival, a father-daughter dance, a mom prom and many other fundraisers, such as Chickfil-A nights. You can visit The Academy of Moore County s web site at academyofmoorecounty.com, and find it on Facebook.com.

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 3, 2011

SCC Fall Semester Begins In Mid-August BY KAREN MANNING Special to The Pilot

Fall semester curriculum (college credit) classes at Sandhills Community College begin August 15. Enrolling at Sandhills is relatively easy. An application is available online or at the college. There is no charge to apply. Transcripts from high school and, if applicable, previous colleges must be requested. New students take a placement test, which helps determine the appropriate beginning point — classes that are not too easy or, conversely, too difficult. The SAT or ACT are not needed to enroll, but these scores can be used for class placement. New students meet with a pre-adviser to discuss the programs, declare a major and make a plan for courses needed The placement test and pre-advising needs to be carried out prior to August 9, and is on a walk-in basis. A photo identification is needed and there is an administrative fee of $7. The admissions office is located in Stone Hall on the campus at 3395 Airport Road in Pinehurst. Registration for classes will be on August 11, from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. for current and returning students.

Registration for new students will begin at 1 p.m. Current and past students can register for classes using WebAdvisor up to August 5.

Open-Door Policy North Carolina community colleges have an open-door policy. This means that those 16 or older with a high school diploma or GED can attend. If the individual is 18 or older and does not have a high school diploma, the Continuing Education division of the college offers adult high school classes and preparation classes for taking the GED tests. It is also possible to take curriculum classes as a non-degree seeking student. An application needs to be submitted and prerequisites must be met if required for the class.

Ease of Transfer About half of the 850,000 students enrolled in N.C. community colleges choose to begin a track that will allow them to complete an associate’s degree and transfer their course credits to a fouryear college or university in order to earn a bachelor’s degree.

Sandhills Community College was the very first comprehensive community college in North Carolina to offer a transfer program. Every effort is made to help students fulfill the general education requirements that will transfer into the degree program at the desired college or university they plan to attend. A large majority of these University Studies students are able to transfer to their first college or university choice and do well academically after transfer. All information regarding transfer can be found on the college’s website in the University Studies program area. Instruction at a community college can be much more personal than a large university. Classes are not held in tremendous auditoriums with hundreds of students or taught by teacher’s assistants. All instructors in courses that transfer hold at least a master’s degree in the subject they teach. The college has an exceptionally successful tutoring center plus math and English labs to help students succeed. As the number of college applicants steadily rises, and the competition for a slot as a freshman at a four-year college or university is fiercer than ever before,

more and more students are finding themselves not being accepted into the four-year school of their choice. The open door policy at Sandhills Community College coupled with seamless university transfer arrangements changes earning a bachelor’s degree from a dream to a reality. Those who work toward a bachelor’s degree can save a considerable amount of money by completing their first two years of coursework at Sandhills because tuition and fees are much less than what is experienced at four-year colleges and universities. It is free to apply. Tuition for a semester at Sandhills, as a full-time student taking 12 credit hours, will cost $798. Student fees are $32.50 and parking is convenient and free. Typical costs for 12 credit hours at an N.C. state university are around $1,600 and student fees are generally $1,300. Parking fees can run students upwards of several hundred dollars each year and parking is convenient for underclassmen. Compare four semesters at Sandhills at $3,322 with $11,600 at a state university. Private four-year colleges can cost

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$70,000 or more in tuition and fees for four semesters. Add in rooming, board, transportation and other associated costs and you can see why a local community college is a very wise choice if money is a consideration.

Programs of Study

About 300,000 North Carolina community college students are earning a degree, diploma or certificate that will prepare them for a particular job. Health-care associate degrees and law enforcement training are always popular. Sandhills Community College offers many health-care career paths: emergency medical science, health and fitness science, medical laboratory technology, polysomnography, radiography, respiratory therapy, surgical technology, therapeutic massage, nursing, nursing assistant, practical nursing, medical office administration and medical office coding. Through Continuing Education, there are other offerings, including medical terminology, medical coding, phlebotomy technician, EKG technician and mediation aide. The college offers several automotive

THE PILOT — SOUTHERN PINES, N.C. technology programs, five programs in computer technologies, cosmetology, three engineering programs, a golf course management program, three hospitality and culinary arts programs, a program in landscape gardening, several management and business technology programs and four career paths in public services. Sandhills Community College has entered into agreements with two other community colleges to offer partner programs in health information technologies (HIT) and physical therapist assistant (PTA). Students are able to begin these programs at Sandhills and complete them at Pitt Community College (HIT) and Fayetteville Technical Community College (PTA).

Paying for College Sandhills Community College encourages all applicants to apply for financial aid. Students often qualify for aid without realizing they meet the requirements. A large portion of Sandhills Community College students receives scholarships through the college’s Foundation or through industry scholarships. There are grants available, as is student employment through work-study opportunities. The financial aid application is filled out and submitted at www.fasfa.gov. A computer is available at the Pinehurst campus or at the Sandhills Hoke Center in

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Raeford for those who wish to apply but do not have a computer with access to the Internet.

History One of the fastest-growing and highly regarded educational institutions in North Carolina, Sandhills Community College is a fully accredited two-year college that has served students since 1964. The college had humble beginnings above the Ice Cream Parlor in downtown Southern Pines. It is now one of the most impressive North Carolina community college campuses on 150 longleaf pine-covered acres on Airport Road in Pinehurst. There are 15 structures housing classrooms and offices, ample parking and the magnificent 32-acre Sandhills Horticultural Gardens. A new classroom building, Logan Hall, is under construction and an older building, Blue Hall, is scheduled to be renovated in the near future.

The Students With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, Sandhills Community College serves the diverse academic needs of young and old alike. Curriculum students come to the college from 57 different North Carolina counties and 10 percent are from out of the state. While 67 percent of students come to the college

directly from high school, 33 percent are non-traditional students. More than half of Sandhills students are first-generation students (their parents do not have a college degree). Approximately half of the students on campus are part-time students (they take fewer than 12 credit hours).

Continuing Education More people than ever are taking Continuing Education classes in the areas of professional development, computers, online non-credit and certification courses, human resources development, community education and basic skills. This division also provides customized training programs for businesses and industries in the service areas of Moore and Hoke counties. Continuing Education classes begin throughout the year. A schedule of classes is mailed to all households in Moore and Hoke counties three times a year. Classes are also listed on the website. Registration is needed at least a week prior to the start date of class.

More Information The college website contains complete information on all curriculum programs, registration and financial aid information, and Continuing Education offerings. It is found at www.sandhills.edu.

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Educational Options Charter Schools

The Academy of Moore County Kindergarten through Eighth Grade 12588 U.S. 15/501, Aberdeen, (910) 757-0401 www.academyofmoorecounty.com Principal: Allyson Schoen The school opened in 1997 to students in kindergarten through eighth grade. Its mission is to pursue the N.C. core curriculum. Class size at The Academy of Moore County is less than 20 students per class. The school follows a uniformed dress code. STARS — Sandhills Theatre Arts Renaissance Kindergarten through Eighth Grade 140 Southern Dunes Drive, Vass (910) 695-1004 www.sandhillsrenaissance.com Principal: Wes Graner Sandhills Theatre Arts Renaissance School (STARS), established in 1999, is recognized as one of 42 “A-plus” (arts plus the basics) schools in North Carolina. STARS combines an integrated arts curriculum with experiences in the visual arts, drama, music and dance/movement.

Private Schools

Calvary Christian School Day Care ages 2-5, Kindergarten-12th Grade 400 S. Bennett St., Southern Pines (910) 692-8311 www.calvarychristianschool.biz Principal: Dwight Creech Started as an alternative to public schools to offer and reflect a Christian philosophy, Calvary Christian School’s curriculum focuses on the basics, including reading, writing and arithmetic.

Episcopal Day School (EDS) Pre-school (3-year-olds) through Fifth Grade 340 E. Massachusetts Ave., Southern Pines (910) 692-3492 www.episcopalday.org Headmaster: Jay St. John Episcopal Day School enrolls 215 students. The mission at Episcopal Day School is to provide a strong foundation for lifelong learning in a Christian community that treasures courage, leadership and excellence. EDS has happy students with caring teachers. EDS seeks to educate the whole child in mind, body and spirit.

Faith Baptist Christian Academy Kindergarten through 10th Grade 2180 Carthage Road, West End, NC 27376 (910) 947-3797 www.fbcwestend.com/fbca.aspx Principal: Tony Connor Highland Christian Academy Pre-Kindergarten through 12th Grade 5587 U.S. 1 North, Vass (910) 695-0494 Headmaster: William Vaughn

Longleaf Academy Kindergarten through Eighth Grade 600 Valley View Road, Southern Pines (910) 692-2665 • www.longleafacademy.com Headmaster: Jill Dejak The Longleaf Academy is a private day school for children with specific learning differences, such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, AD/HD and other learning disabilities. Longleaf Academy focuses on a 4-to-1 student/teacher ratio in all language areas. The O’Neal School Pre-Kindergarten (3-year-olds) through 12th Grade 3300 Airport Road, Southern Pines (910) 692-6920 • www.onealschool.org Headmaster: Alan Barr A college preparatory school, The O'Neal School is dedicated to the development of academic excellence, strength of character and physical well-being of its students in an environment where integrity, self-discipline and consideration for others are fundamental.

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