Graduation 2013 by The Wilson Times Co.

Wednesday, June 5, 2013

A message from Sean Bulson

Senior Leaders Beddingfield High School

Ceremony Times

Fike High School June 8, 10 a.m. Dear Graduates: Graduating from high school is a milestone and one of the greatest things you will achieve in your life. Your class – the class of 2013 – is an amazing group, and I know each of you worked hard to reach this point. By graduating from high school, you have already proven you have what it takes to succeed in life. You understand the importance of hard work and education. And you understand that if you want to grasp all of the opportunities out there waiting for you, graduation is not the end – it is the beginning of a new chapter. Whether you are headed straight to a career, the military or a college or university, your goal has to be to flourish once you get there. Just being hired for a new job or accepted into college is a great accomplishment, but you also have to put in some work if you want to stay there. The best way to do this is to make the choice to grow personally and professionally for the rest of your life. From this point, learning is something you must pursue and something you must own. Jobs in the civilian workforce and in the military will require training. Seize those opportunities as the first step toward personal growth or your next positions. People will notice when you work hard and go above minimum expectations. Colleges and universities will require you to take and pass classes to earn a degree. You need to strive to squeeze as much from the learning opportunities as possible and not just view the classes as hurdles to be overcome. The truth is, it is difficult to know what direction your life will take. You may have a goal in mind, but it could change at any moment. By choosing to never stop learning and growing, you will be ready for any path that opens up to you in life. Commit your time, energy and spirit to doing the best you can and more. There are so many people around you who believe in you because we know your education up to this point has prepared you for what lies ahead. Congratulations on earning your diploma, and good luck in your upcoming endeavors. I am certain you will make us all proud.

James B. Hunt, Jr. High School June 8, 1 p.m.

Beddingfield High School June 8, 4 p.m. C.B. Aycock Community Christian School Garnett Christian Academy Greene Central Greenfield School North Johnson Southern Nash Eastern NC School for the Deaf Wilson Christian Academy

DVDs The Hunt High School Broadcasting Team is recording the graduations for Wilson County Schools. You can purchase a DVD in advance by filling out a form in the high school offices. DVDs can also be purchased the day of graducation - just look for the Hunt High School Broadcasting banner and table. DVDs are $15 and checks can be made payable to Hunt High School (subject line: broadcasting). DVDs will be mailed directly to your home address within three weeks of the event.

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Read profiles of the Beddingfield High School Senior Leaders starting on page 2A.

Fike High School

The 2013 Fike High School senior leaders are, from left: John Flinn (SGA secretary), Kelsha Sellars (senior class president), Sydney Jones (senior class VP), Breyah Atkinson (senior class treasurer), Bailey Norfleet (senior class secretary), Annah-Claire Summerlin (SGA photographer) and Maya Evans (SGA president).

Read profiles of the Fike High School Senior Leaders on page 3A.

James B. Hunt High School

The 2013 Hunt High School senior leaders are, from left: Emily Howard, C. Tyler Sharp, Elizabeth Adams, Casey Potter, Olivia Ingram and Jasmine Taylor.

Sean Bulson Superintendent Wilson County Schools

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The 2013 Beddingfield High School senior class officers are, top row, left to right: William Caruthers (Sergeant at Arms), Airel Olvera (Parliamentarian), Qristan Dawson (Treasurer), Tyreek Nixon (President). Bottom row: Heather Harwood (Secretary), Sydney Speight (Vice President). Not pictured: Kandice Scarberry (Historian).

Read profiles of the Hunt High School Senior Leaders starting on page 3A.

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Academic Excellence!

In April, the Class of 2013 was honored at the 24th annual High School Academic Excellence Celebration, sponsored by the Wilson Education Partnership. The event honored the Wilson County students who had a 4.0 grade point average or better. The seniors honored were: Elizabeth M. Adams, Hunt; Nicole D. Adams, Fike; Robert T. Amerson, Beddingfield; Rayven M. Anderson, WECA; Breyah J. Atkinson, Fike; Cale D. Baker, Hunt; Taylor L. Baker, Hunt; Abigail Barbosa, Fike; Justin T. Barkley, Fike; Amanda P. Batts, Hunt; Martha-Scott L. Benson, Fike; Meghan B. Boswell, Fike; Jasmine L. Braswell, Fike; Jennifer O. Bravo, WECA; Kayla T. Bulluck, Hunt; Brittney M. Bunn, Fike; Jamie R. Byrum, Fike; Sarah D. Carroll, Fike; Sophia A. Carter, Fike; Daniel Cisneros, Fike; Shanika S. Coleman, Fike; Jessica A. Collins, Fike; Rebekah R. Craven, Hunt; Heather R. Cuddington, Beddingfield; Emily F. Darr, Hunt; Carson E. Davis, Fike; Courtney G. Davis, Hunt; Christine L. Dey, WECA; Brody A. Eastwood, Beddingfield; David W. Eatman, Hunt; Kristen M. Edmonds, Fike; Baylie K. Edwards, Fike; Janna A. Elawar, Fike; Saira P. Eustaquio, Beddingfield; Maya K. Evans, Fike; Shayla A. Evans, Beddingfield; Anya A. Farmer, Fike; Jasmine B. Fate, Fike; Stephen J. Flinn, Fike; Zachary Garrison, WECA; Corrie L. Glover, Fike; Dana M. Goff, Hunt; David C. Hammonds, Fike; Miriam Hernandez, Hunt; Suzanne E. Herring, Fike; Ashley E. Hill, Fike; Richard H. Hinton, Fike; William A. Hinton, Fike; William H. Horner, Hunt; Emily C. Howard, Hunt; Olivia L. Ingram, Hunt; Kiara S. Jenkins, Beddingfield; Susan M. Johnston, Fike; Claire N. Jones, Fike; Sydney B. Jones, Fike; Sara B. King, Fike; Kendall F. Kohout, Fike; Brandon D. Langley, Hunt; Christopher R. Leggett, Hunt; Georgia M. Lewis, Hunt; Michael T. Madar, Fike; Anthony T. Matrejek, Hunt; Max H. McCall, Hunt; Evan M. McDuffie, Fike; Yashoda Medchand, Hunt; Haley V. Mercer, Hunt; Stephen M. Moore, Fike; Brian S. Moss, Fike; Janie A. Narron, Beddingfield; Bailey B. Norfleet, Fike; Allison S. Oakey, Fike; Joy C. Padilla, Hunt; Damien A. Parker, Beddingfield; Sara C. Parks, Hunt; Jessica L. Parris, Fike; Jenna D. Pate, Beddingfield; Lara J. Peterson, Fike; Sean M. Pichey, Fike; Talen R. Piner, Fike; Casey E. Potter, Hunt; Wendy Y. Ramirez, Hunt; Kaitlyn N. Richards, Beddingfield; Phoenix J. Riley, Fike; Roslyn L. Rogers, WECA; William F. Rose, Hunt; Bryson R. Schmidt, Fike; Tyler E. Schmitzer, Fike; Kelsha L. Sellars, Fike; Christopher T. Sharp, Hunt; Jasmine A. Simmons, Hunt; Brandon M. Skinner, WECA; Sion L. Smith, Fike; Ashley O. Strickland, WECA; Cameron W. Suddreth, Fike; Annah-Claire Summerlin, Fike; Joshua T. Sutton, Hunt; Nicholas N. Talley, Hunt; Carey E. Tipps, Hunt; Luisa F. Torres, Hunt; William H. Tulloss, Hunt; Kaitlyn P. Ulmer, Fike; Greta C. vanBree, Fike; Kristina P. Wasilewski, Beddingfield; Hannah R. Wheeler, Hunt; Drayton S. Williams, Fike; Laurie R. Williamson, Beddingfield; Chelsea D. Wilson, Hunt; Christopher B. Wood, Hunt; Sarah D. Woodruff, WECA; Blanca F. Yanez, Hunt; Caylin J. Yarbrough, Fike. Photo by Gray Whitley | Times

Softball State Champion, 2009 and 2011 Eastern Plains Conference All-Conference Award in Softball. Scholarships: Trustee Scholarship (Barton), Softball Scholarship (Barton) College: Barton College Parents: Daughter of Mickey and Sabrina Wilson of Lucama Most Influential Teacher: Kelly Lindsey (Health Science 2 and Pharmacy Tech) Statement about Teacher: Mrs. Lindsey always pushed me to be the best student I could possibly be. I want to thank her for her support and faith in me.

Beddingfield High School

Heather Harwood

Tyreek Nixon

Leadership Positions: Senior Class President School Activities: community service, Future Business Leaders of America (Vice President), Pep Club College: East Carolina University Parents: Son of Tyrone Nixon of Wilson Most Influential Teacher: Carrie Gay (Spanish) Statement about Teacher: “Ms. G” is just an all around wonderful person. She finds ways to connect with her students that differ from the average teacher’s methods. She changed my life for the better. I am highly appreciative of that.

Sydney Speight

Leadership Positions: Senior Class Vice President School Activities: Varsity Volleyball, Varsity Softball, Bruinettes, National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society Awards Received: Academic Excellence Award, 2011 Eastern Plains Conference Libero of the Year, 2012 NCHSAA 2A

Leadership Positions: Senior Class Secretary School Activities: Future Farmers of America (FFA), volunteer work Awards Received: National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, Greenhand degree for FFA and Chapter degree for FFA, Academic Excellence Scholarships: Shirley Hayes Memorial, Wilson Community College Scholarship College: Wilson Community College (for RN) Parents: Daughter of Terry Phillips of Middlesex & Cliff Harwood of Black Creek Most Influential Teacher: Scott Jones (English II Honors) Statement about Teacher: Mr. Jones inspired me to try my best and to put my all into the things I did. He is outspoken, much like myself, but was always honest and there to help out in anyway possible. He taught me much more than just the average lesson plans. His lessons will stick with me for the rest of my life. I could never thank him enough for the motivation and guidance he provided.

Qristan Dawson

Leadership Positions: Senior Class Treasurer School Activities: Yearbook Staff, Cheerleading, JV Basketball, Track and Field, Honors Chorus Awards Received: All Conference, Coaches Award, Star Player College: Winston-Salem State University Parents: Daughter of Lisa Dawson and Jaycee Dawson Most Influential Teacher: Daniel Barnes (English, Principal) Statement about Teacher: Mr. Barnes is my favorite teacher because he has always helped me through school, no matter what subject or class it was. I’ve learned so much from him and his class. I have even developed a strong love of writing because of him. We have fun and we have great talks. He is an all-around good person and teacher and this is why he is my favorite teacher.

Airel Olvera

Leadership Positions: Senior Class Parliamentarian School Activities: Art, Art Club, FCCLA Awards Received: Art, Attendance, Solo & Ensemble & Intro to Culinary Arts College: Wilson Community College Parents: Daughter of Calixto and Sandy Olvera of St. Johns, AZ Most Influential Teacher: Tonya Harris (Art) Statement about Teacher: Toyna Harris is a great teacher. She set high standards for herself and works hard in order to deliver her standard. I’m aware of the effort she puts into lesson preparation, marking, providing feedback, extra support and co-curricular activities. She has helped me to become the artist I am today, and for that I thank her for pushing me out of my comfort zone. And to work hard and follow my heart.

William Caruthers, II

Leadership Positions: Sergeant At Arms School Activities: Football, Swimming, FFA, FCA Awards Received: 2010 Football MVP, Impromptu Speaking Award College: Georgia Military College Parents: Son of Kenneth V. Caruthers of Columbus, GA and Cassandra Williams of Wilson Most Influential Teacher: Maitland Barnes (Career Management) Statement about Teacher: When it comes down to it, Mr. Barnes helped me through rough times by giving me advice when my dad was in Afghanistan more than anybody in my life. He also stressed to me and my fellow classmates that it is OK to be different and not normal because we are the ones who really make the world go round and attract bigger and better things in life. Thank you, Mr. Barnes. I’m a better man because of you being in my life.

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Kandice Scarberry

Leadership Positions: Senior Class Historian School Activities: Yearbook Staff Member (2 years), Bruinettes (1 year), JV Softball Awards Received: Highest Average for English III, Superiority in Yearbook Design College: Wilson Community College (then UNC-Wilmington) Parents: Daughter of Richard Scarberry, Jr. and Carrie Barberio Most Influential Teacher: Lynn Organ (Yearbook) Statement about Teacher: Ms. Organ has been a very important teacher and mentor to me. She has helped me through everything from understanding picas to walking in heels properly. Mr. Organ has helped me through many challenges I’ve had to face the past two years. Ms. Organ listens and cares and, to me, that makes a great teacher.

Damien Parker

Leadership Positions: SGA President, NHS President, Varsity Tennis Captain, Varsity Soccer Captain School Activities: SGA, National Honor Society, Varsity Soccer, Varsity Tennis, Mock Trial Awards Received: WITN Student of the Year for Beddingfield, NC Governor School Attendee, Rotary Club Youth Leadership Award, National Achievement Award

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Wednesday, June 5, 2013 wilsontimes.com 3A Scholarships: Campbell Presidential Scholarship College: Campbell University Parents: Son of Jimmy Sharpe and Pamela Holley-Sharpe Most Influential Teacher: Amber Godwin (AP U.S. History) Statement about Teacher: Amber Godwin possesses such a passion for both her job as a history teacher and for her students and colleagues that it can be felt by all those who surround her. Her positive attitude and ability to relate with the student population makes students want to listen attentively to her every word. Throughout the course of her class Ms. Godwin provides many ample opportunities for her students to learn without having to constantly barrage them with notes. The outlines and section-by-section reviews that she requires her students to do for each chapter worked brilliantly to condense even the most complex of a chapter’s points down so that they were able to be easily understood. Despite her constantly busy schedule, if someone was unable to understand a piece of information or an event she was more than willing to help explain it no matter the time of day or the day of the week. Although I was a student in her Advanced Placement U.S. History class, I, like a few others in the room, lacked a sufficient background in writing formal essays. Upon learning this, Ms. Godwin dedicated a copious amount of class time and before and after school hours giving writing seminars to any student who needed it. In addition to these seminars she was always willing to read over an essay for us and provide advice on where it could be improved. With the diligent help of Ms. Godwin, I was able to improve my writing skills to the point where not only was I able to score a 4 on the A.P. United States History exam, but I also witnessed significant increases on my essay grades in other classes. In the realm of education, students rely heavily on teachers to not only succeed but to reach their true potential. I am positive that if we had more teachers like Ms. Amber Godwin teaching, then more students would have an intense love of both learning and school.

Shayla Evans

Leadership Positions: SGA Vice President, Bruinettes Service Club President, National Honor Society Treasurer School Activities: Marching and Symphonic Band, AVID Tutor, Varsity Basketball, Freshman Mentoring Program, Yearbook Staff, National Honor Society Awards Received: 2012 Commencement Junior Marshal, Wilson Education Partnership 4.0 Academic Champion (4 years), Spanish I Award, Team Above Self Award (Basketball), N.C. 4.0 Scholar. Scholarships: State Employees Credit Union People Helping People Scholarship, 1973 Trojan Plus Scholarship, Darden Alumni Scholarship College: Elizabeth City State University Parents: Daughter of Sharon Evans of Wilson and Russell Mercer of Rocky Mount Most Influential Teacher: Amber Godwin (A.P. U.S. History) Statement about Teacher: Ms. Godwin is my favorite teacher because she is an inspirational teacher, and she is the reason I want to pursue a career in teaching. She always comes to class ready to work and she always pushes me to do my best and go that extra mile.

Kaitlyn Richards

Leadership Positions: SGA Secretary, Bruinettes Secretary School Activities: Mixed Chorus, Vocal Ensemble, Varsity Tennis, FCA, SGA, Bruinettes, Mock Trial, NHS Awards Received: WEP Academic Champion (4 years) College: UNC-Chapel Hill Parents: Daughter of Jonathan and Misty Roberts Most Influential Teacher: Amber Godwin (A.P. U.S. History) Statement about Teacher: It was a small class so we were very close. I could always talk to her about anything, and even though I’m not in the class anymore she still helps me out. She always goes out of her way to help others and she’s my role model.

Fike High School Kelsha Sellars

Leadership Positions: Senior Class President School Activities: National Honor Society, Poetry Club Awards Received: English I Honors Award, English II Honors Award, American History Award, WEP Award (4 years) College: Florida State University / Air Force Reserve Parents: Daughter of Les and Fernice Sellars Most Influential Teacher: Felissa Battle (English I Honors / Theory of Knowledge) Statement about Teacher: This teacher let me know there can be a level of mutual respect and friendship among teachers and students. She is the mentor of Poetry Club, which she pushed me to start my junior year, and I could not be more thankful.

Sydney Jones

Leadership Positions: Senior Class Vice President, Club Unify Treasurer, Art Club Treasurer, Varsity Tennis CoCaptain School Activities: National Honor Society, Varsity Tennis (4 years), Art Club, Club Unify, Diplomacy Society, Chorus (3 years), Choral Ensemble (2 years), Arts Council of Wilson Art Academy (6 years), Special Olympics Volunteer, Company Dancers of Wilson Member, First United Methodist Church Member Awards Received: Junior English Award, Varsity Tennis Coach’s Award, Wilson Education Partnership Champion Award (4 years), 1st Place - Arts Council of Wilson Art Academy 2012 Art Show College: N.C. State University’s College of Design Parents: Daughter of Steve and Laura Jones Statement about Teacher(s): The most influential teachers during my educational career have had a tremendous impact on the person I am today and the person I hope to be in the future. They all gave me not only the book of knowledge but also the strength and support to pursue my true passion for art and design while balancing traditional academics. It is too difficult to name just one of those heroes, but examples start with Alice Cobb and Dena Bailey from Wells, to Kathy Sherrod, Rhonda Summerlin, Kathy Proctor at Fike, and I can’t forget my dad, Steve Jones at Elm City Middle. While I’ve named a few examples, I can’t express enough my gratitude to all of the important educators who have influenced me throughout the years. Leadership Positions: Senior Class Secretary, Varsity Volleyball Captain, Chorus President, National Honor Society Treasurer, Tri-M Honors Society Vice President School Activities: Varsity Volleyball, Swimming, Dancing at Studio “B”, NHS, NTHS, SNHS, Tri-M, Keyettes, Playhouse of Wilson, Fike High School Dance Team, FCA, FSBC, SGA, Rec Park Pool Head Lifeguard Awards Received: WEP Academic Champion (4 years), Music Achievement Certificate, Choir Award, Wilson County Volunteer Service & Community Spirit Award, Fike Volleyball Defensive Player of the Year Scholarships: Wilson Wide Awake Kiwanis Club Scholarship College: UNC-Wilmington Parents: Daughter of Tommy and Margie Norfleet of Elm City Most Influential Teacher: Kathy Sherrod (Chorus/Vocal Ensemble) Statement about Teacher: I have had the privilege of working with Mrs. Sherrod all eight semesters of my high school career. She has influenced me the most by not only teaching me how to better my voice, but also teaching me how to be a better person. She cares about every single one of her students and makes us feel like one big family. I will never forget the many friendships I made in chorus and also how big of an influence Mrs. Sherrod was on me throughout my four years in high school.

Breyah Atkinson

School Activities: SGA, National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, Bruinettes, Soccer, Volleyball, Jefferson Awards Awards Received: Anti-Bullying Poster Winner, Principal’s Honor Roll (straight A’s), B Honor Roll College: Wilson Community College Parents: Daughter of Sylvia Ochoa Most Influential Teacher: Mr. Fansler (Chemistry) Statement about Teacher: Mr. Fansler made his chemistry honors class feel like a college class. His class was very challenging. He would give us pop quizzes. His sense of humor made the class interesting and funny. I would have to stay up at night to study for his class. I can honestly say his class I don’t regret taking.

Janie Narron

Maya Evans

Leadership Positions: SGA Historian, Tennis Co-Captain, Mock Trial Co-Captain School Activities: Varsity Tennis, SGA, Bruinettes, National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, planned Rally Against Child Abuse Awards Received: English III Honors Highest Grade, Highest Drafting Grade Scholarships: Kiwanis of Wilson College: Pitt Community College Parents: Daughter of Timothy and Kelly Narron Most Influential Teacher: Amber Godwin (History) Statement about Teacher: Ms. Godwin has become more than just another teacher to me. Ms. Godwin has become a friend to me that I can talk to, as well as a role model I can look up to.

John Flinn

Leadership Positions: SGA Secretary, Youth and Government President, Tennis Co-Captain School Activities: Youth and Government, Student Government Association, National Honor Society, Science National Honor Society, Tennis Awards Received: Eagle Scout, American Legion Boys’ Nation, American Legion Boys’ State, UNC First Year Fellow, DAR Good Citizens Award, DAR American History Award Scholarships: ITW Foundation Scholarship, American Legion Samsung Scholarship, UNC Summer Study Fellow College: UNC-Chapel Hill Parents: Son of Steve and Robin Flinn of Wilson Most Influential Teacher: Karen Prafka (2nd Grade New Hope Elem.) Statement about Teacher: Mrs. Prafka was the first teacher to really push me hard academically. She gave me harder and more work than my classmates, but only to make me better. Mrs. Prafka was one of the nicest, most influential teachers I’ve ever had, and I’m grateful she took a special interest in me.

Annah-Claire Summerlin

Leadership Positions: SGA Photographer, Interact With Keywanettes Secretary, FCA Photographer, Tennis Captain School Activities: Varsity Tennis, SGA, FCA, Interact with Keywanettes, National Honor Society, Science National Honor Society Awards Received: WEP Academic Champion, All Conference in Tennis College: UNC-Chapel Hill Parents: Daughter of Rhonda Summerlin, Paul Summerlin Most Influential Teacher: Dr. Tom Haitema Statement about Teacher: He is very sarcastic and witty, which makes the learning experience more fun and entertaining.

Bailey Norfleet

Leadership Positions: Senior Class Treasurer School Activities: Varsity Volleyball, Youth Bowling League, Youth Choir Leader at Church (Greater Monas Chapel Church), Fike Chorus, Tri-M Music Honor Society, National Honor Society Awards Received: WEP Academic Champion (4 years), National Honor Society, Tri-M Honor Society Recognition Scholarships: Williams Leadership Scholarship from ECU College: East Carolina University Parents: Daughter of Janice Atkinson and Roderick Hagans Most Influential Teacher: Mrs. Garrou (5th Grade Math - Gardners Elem.) Statement about Teacher: Math has always been a fascination and a skill I proudly had. Mrs. Garrou made math fun and I could always talk to her about my confusion on certain problems. I always enjoyed her journal responses in our math journals.

Saira Eustaquio

100+ Service Hours - Wilson Youth Council, Women’s Track MVP, Wilson Times Student-Athlete of the Week, Most Inspirational Award Scholarships: Partial Track Scholarship, McKissick Scholarship College: Honors College at the University of South Carolina Parents: Daughter of Lisa and Stacey Evans Most Influential Teacher: Dulce Wester (Spanish) Statement about Teacher: Señora Wester is extremely passionate about teaching. Not only does she teach Spanish, but she also teaches her students that they can accomplish anything they set their mind to do. Señora Wester’s confidence, intelligence, and perseverance are characteristics we all admire.

Leadership Positions: SGA President, FCA Secretary, Club Unify Officer School Activities: National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, Fike Track, Wilson Track & Field Club, Wilson Youth Council, Teen Court, Fike Chorus, Buddy Ball, Megan’s Academy of Dance Awards Received: Outstanding Service Award - Teen Court, Homecoming Queen, Prom Queen, 400m and 500m State Champion Track, SGA Officer Award,

Hunt High School Olivia Ingram

Leadership Positions: SGA President, Club Unify President, NHS President, Tennis Co-Captain School Activities: SGA, Club Unify, National Honor Society, Interact Club, Key Club, Student Booster Club, Spanish Honor Society, Varsity Tennis, IB Diploma Candidate, ACT! for Youth Awards Received: WEP Academic Champion (4 years), National Honor Society, Tennis Captain Pin and Leadership Award, Daughter’s of the American Revolution Historical Award, Tar Heel Girls State-Mayor College: UNC-Chapel Hill Parents: Daughter of Michael and Cindy Ingram Most Influential Teacher: Mrs. Heavener (Chemistry) & Mrs. Reed (English) Statement about Teacher: These two are a dynamic duo! Not only have they both taught me to love their areas of expertise but they’ve bestowed upon me wisdom of how to get along in the world.

C. Tyler Sharp

Leadership Positions: Senior Class President, Science National Honor Society President, Key Club President, 4-H Southeast District President, Rock Ridge 4-H Club President, Spanish Honor Society Secretary School Activities: 4-H, National Honor Society, Science National Honor Society, Sociedad Honario, Key Club, ACT! for Youth College: UNC-Chapel Hill Parents: Son of Alan and Debbie Sharp of Sims

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Community Christian School

Senior Leaders

The 2013 Community Christian School senior leaders are, left to right: Brandon Page, Jesslyn Boyette, Ashley Costs and Chad Higgenbottom.

“You’re not a failure if you don’t make it. You’re a success because you tried.” — Susan Jeffers

Junior Marshals

The 2013 Community Christian School junior marshals are, from left to right: Caleb Huston (chief Marshall), Alyssa Liles, Allison Bartlett, Briona Chavis, Graison Lee, Brandy Godwin and Garrison Walker.

“Keep true to the dreams of your youth.” — Friedrich Von Schiller

“Congratulations to the Graduating Class of 2013”

Administrator

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Beddingfield High School

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Junior Marshals

The 2013 Beddingfield High School junior marshals are, bottom row, left to right: Natalie Boykin, Ashley Anderson and Kimberly Pugh. Second row: Antonette Ellis, Brooke Smith and Nickie Womble. Third row: Madison Lindsey, Leah Daniel and Brittany Bynum. Fourth row: Garrett Pittman, Wes Beamon, Ajay Williams and Luis Deschamps.

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The 2013 Beddingfield High School SGA officers pictured are, left to right: Shayla Evans (vice president), Saira Eustaquio (treasurer), Damien Parker (president), Kaitlyn Richards (secretary) and Janie Narron (historian). The SGA advisor is Amber Godwin.

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Greenfield School

Senior Leaders

The 2013 Greenfield School senior leaders are, from left to right: Robert Stallings (treasurer), Amerson Webb (spirit chair), Olivia Turner (senior at large), Madison Tyson (secretary), Anna Hellard (community concerns), Kenan Barnes (class representative) and Garry Phillips II (class representative).

Junior Marshals

The 2013 Greenfield School junior marshals are, bottom row, left to right: Brianna Small, Blythe Parker, Rachael Lohr, Allison Woodall and Kristy Johnstone. Second row: Kristen Wright, Mary Love Taylor and Hadlea Finklea. Third row: Alexis Torey, Joshua Allen, Raina Cappetta and Grace Rogers. Back row: Andrew Smith, Hailey Blair, Emily Pittman and Ridge Hamre.

“The difference between school and life? In school, you’re taught a lesson and then given a test. In life, you’re given a test that teaches you a lesson.”

Administrator

The headmaster of The Greenfield School is Vince Janney.

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Fike High School Applewhite, Coresha

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Junior Marshals

The 2013 Fike High School junior marshals are, bottom row, from left: Erin Donehoo, Molly Donehoo, Kristen Ewan, Lindsey Rhyne, Alex Cauley and Ejay Procci. Second row: Luke Benton, Hayden Vick, Salam Awamieh, Kaitlyn Goodson, Hanan Abdelaziz, Jason Howe and Thomas Smith.

Senior Leaders

“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.” — Henry David Thoreau

Administrators

The 2013 Fike High School administrators are, from left: Dr. Steve Ellis (principal), Mrs. Denise Luper (assistant principal) and Mr. George Drawhorn (interim assistant principal). Not pictured: Derrick Atkinson and Wanda Etheridge.

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The 2013 graduates of the Wilson Early College Academy are, back row, from left: Elyssa Wooten, Alfonso Estupinan, Christine Dey, Brittany Hilliard, Beatriz Mora, Jennifer Bravo, Ashlee Strickland, James Ezzell, Roslyn Rogers, Rayven Anderson, Sarah Woodruff and Michaela Lamm. Bottom row: Brandon Skinner and John Huynh.

Junior Marshals

The 2013 Wilson Early College Academy marshals are, from left: Porche Latham, Morgan Jones, Delaney Hinnant, Dejoie Peay and Haley Williford. Not pictured: Kasey Nida.

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Sebior Leaders

The 2013 Hunt High School senior leaders are, from left: Emily Howard, C. Tyler Sharp, Elizabeth Adams, Casey Potter, Olivia Ingram and Jasmine Taylor.

Junior Marshals

The 2013 Hunt High School junior marshals are, front row, from left: Brittney Brame, Allison Strickland, McKenzie Blackwell, Madison Blackwell, Kaela Jackson and Emily Batchelor. Back row: Turner Gilbert, Brandon Hutchinson, Thomas Matrejek, Parker Loflin, Jameson Lowery and Manuel Castillo.

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The 2013 Hunt High School administrators are, from left: Wayne Miller (assistant principal), Matthew Crayton (assistant principal), Ronnia Cockrell (assistant principal) and Jerry Simmons (principal).

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C. Tyler Sharp

Most Influential Teacher: Coach Chris Beneck (IB Spanish) Statement about Teacher: I have had Coach Beneck almost every year since I came to Hunt, and not only has he given me a profound and sustained interest in the Spanish language, but he has taught me about life and how to play its game.

Jasmine Taylor

Leadership Positions: Senior Class Vice President, Senior Captain for Dairy Judging (FFA) School Activities: National Honor Society, Future Farmers of America, Future Business Leaders of America, Senior Class Officer, Coordinator of Holy Temple Tutorial Service Awards Received: National Honor Society, 3rd Place Women’s Discus for The Wilson Times Track and Field Invitational 2013 College: East Carolina University Parents: Daughter of Vernestine Kent and Dwight Taylor Most Influential Teacher: John Byrum (Anatomy)

Wilson Early College Jennifer Bravo

Leadership Positions: Vice Chair of Wilson Youth Council School Activities: Phi Theta Kappa, National Honor Society, Wilson Youth Council Awards Received: NC Scholar, WEP Academic Champion, Service Award College: UNC-Greensboro Parents: Daughter of Olivia Bravo and Guadalupe Ortiz Most Influential Teacher: Angie London (English) Statement about Teacher: She was such an inspirational teacher. She encouraged me to keep on going with my education. It was so special to have her as an English teacher for 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grades.

Rayven Anderson

Leadership Positions: Wilson County Teen Democrats Vice President, Future Business Leaders of America President Awards Received: NC Scholars Award, Faculty Cup Wilson Early College Academy, WEP Academic Champion Scholarships: Pogue Scholarship, Carolina Covenant College: UNC-Chapel Hill Parents: Daughter of Adrianne Anderson Most Influential Teacher: Jason Kessler (9th Grade) Statement about Teacher: Mr. Kessler always believed that I had a bright and promising future ahead of me, and he always encouraged me to never cower in the face of adversity, to never be afraid to defy the odds, and to never let anyone or anything hinder me from following my dreams.

Brittany Hilliard

School Activities: Volunteered at B.O. Barnes and

Leadership Positions: Senior Class Secretary, Club Unify Secretary, National Honor Society Public Relations Officer, Varsity Swim Team Captain School Activities: Club Unify, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, SGA, National Honor Society, Student Booster Club, Varsity Swim Team, 2012-13 Yearbook Staff Awards Received: WEP Academic Champion (4 years), National Honor Society, Varsity Swimming (letter and bar) Scholarships: North Carolina State University Chancellor Leadership Scholarship College: North Carolina State University Parents: Daughter of Jerry and Debra Adams Most Influential Teacher: Virginia Shreve (IB English III, Pre-IB English II, Yearbook) Statement about Teacher: Mrs. Shreve is a teacher who cares about all of her students and she makes it known. She is one of the most caring, understanding, and patient people I have met. I have truly enjoyed and appreciate what Mrs. Shreve has done for me over the past three years.

Teen Court, Spanish Club, French Club Awards Received: WEP Academic Champion, Two 3rd Place, Two 1st Place, One “Best of Show” at the WVAA Show College: Appalachian State University Parents: Daughter of Alison and Jim Howard Most Influential Teacher: Kenneth Groh (History), Paul Edgerton (Bible as Literature) Statement about Teacher: Both Mr. Groh and Mr. Edgerton have both had a large part in deepening and maturing my thought and view of self. They have become role models, mentors, and friends. I appreciate all they’ve done as well as the wit and wisdom they inject into everyday life.

Casey Potter

Leadership Positions: Senior Class Reporter School Activities: National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, Club Unify, Teen Court, ACT! for Youth, Playhouse of Wilson, Girl Scouts, Student Booster Club, Cause Club, Quince: A Southern Bistro Awards Received: Wilson County Girls Jr. Golf Champion: 2012, WEP Academic Champion, Girls Golf MVP: 2012, Girls Golf Coaches Award: 2011, Girls Golf Most Improved Award: 2009 & 2010, Wilson Youth on the Move Nominee, Girl Scout Gold, Silver & Bronze Award Scholarships: Tyrus Perry Scholarship College: East Carolina University Parents: Daughter of Christine and Ray Potter Emily Howard Most Influential Teacher: Virginia Shreve Leadership Positions: Senior Class Treasurer Statement about Teacher: Mrs. Shreve was one of School Activities: National Honor Society, Wilson Visual the best English teachers I have ever had, and she has Arts Academy, ACT! for Youth, Playhouse of Wilson, shared her love of books with me.

Darden Middle School. Also, I have helped with different food drives and donations at school. Awards Received: A.J. Rightway Award for Perserverence Scholarships: C.H. Darden Scholarship, Merit Scholarship - Fayetteville State University College: Fayetteville State University Parents: Daughter of Charles D. Spivey and Marcia A. Hilliard Most Influential Teacher: Angela London Statement about Teacher: Mrs. London is special because she is always there to help you whenever you need help. She also takes you as her own child and tells you nothing wrong.

Christine Leigh Dey

Leadership Positions: SGA President School Activities: SGA, Volunteen, Best Buy Employee, Piano, Bowling, Kuntaw, Scholarships: Out of State School Scholarship College: Portland State University Parents: Daughter of Keith and Brenda Dey Most Influential Teacher: Jason Kessler (Civics and Economics) Statement about Teacher: Mr. Kessler was my favorite teacher because he challenged me and taught me more than I have ever learned in a single class. He made me love learning a subject that I really don’t like.

Brandon Skinner

Leadership Positions: Phi Theta Kappa Member, National Honor Society Member School Activities: Phi Theta Kappa, National Honor Society, Shadower at Wilson Medical Center, Tutor at Jones Elementary School Awards Received: WEP Academic Champion (4 years), Dean’s List Scholarships: Barton Trustee Scholarship, Graham and Dorothy L. Parker Endowed Scholarship College: Barton College Parents: Son of Tammy Batten Most Influential Teacher: Mrs. Liner (1st Grade Gardners Elem.) Statement about Teacher: Mrs. Liner was the teacher who helped me learn to love school. Being one of my

early teachers, she left a lasting impact on me. She was always very kind, compassionate, and cared for all of her students. Most importantly, she made me feel special.

Roslyn Rogers

Leadership Positions: SGA Secretary, Phi Theta Kappa President School Activities: Student Government Association, Yearbook, Tutor, Phi Theta Kappa, Prom Committee Awards Received: Dean’s List, Academic Celebration Participant (4 years) College: Barton College Parents: Roy and Lori Rogers Most Influential Teacher: Angela London (English) Statement about Teacher: Mrs. London has influenced me a lot in my high school career. She was always like a mother to me. I can talk to her about anything that was bothering me. She always asked me about my health when I was sick and cares about all her students. She was my only high school teacher that visited me in the hospital. She is not just a teacher, she is a friend.

Ashlee Strickland

School Activities: FBLA, Chorus, Yearbook College: UNC-Wilmington Parents: Daughter of Torrie and Felton Strickland Most Influential Teacher: Angie London (English) Statement about Teacher: Mrs. London was always there to guide me even when we weren’t too fond of each other. She is genuine, caring, and special. I know I will never forget her. Thanks, Mrs. London.

Alfonso Estupinan

Leadership Positions: SGA Vice President School Activities: Yearbook, SGA, Police Explorers Scholarships: Univision Leadership College: UNC-Greensboro Parents: Son of Judy Estupinan Most Influential Teacher: Angie London (English) Statement about Teacher: She pushed me to my fullest potential even when I felt I was doing my best. She never stopped believing I was better. Lastly, she built a relationship as a family member and helped me realize I could do better and reach my goals.

Benefits to joining a campus organization The first week of life on a college campus can be somewhat overwhelming for first-year college students. For many students, college is their first taste of independence. Some embrace that newfound freedom, while others grow homesick and long for the company of their immediate family. But as the school year progresses, the majority of first-year college students adapt to life on campus and grow to love their new surroundings. Once students have comfortably adapted to their new lives, many seek opportunities to become more actively involved in life on campus. College clubs and organizations are a great way to do just that, providing a host of benefits that further enhances college life.

Meet people Joining a student club or organiza-

tion is a great way for college students to meet fellow students, professors and other people of note on campus. This is especially beneficial for first-year college students, whose social circle may otherwise be limited to roommates or fellow residents of their dormitories. Joining a club or student organization can quickly expand that social circle to include people who share your interests and not just your dorm assignment.

Find a major Many first-year college students are unsure about a course of study, enrolling as an undeclared. Such students can benefit from joining clubs or student organizations that pique their interests. For example, joining an oncampus debate club might help you

discover a passion for debate, which can lead down a path to becoming a lawyer. Students who enroll in college without declaring a major may have the most to gain by joining a club or organization.

Boost your GPA Joining a club or student organization also may make you a better student. That’s especially likely for students who join a club or organization that’s aligned with their field of study. A club or organization can help you apply lessons from the classroom in real-world situations, improving your grasp of certain concepts. In addition, your fellow club members may make great teachers, especially those who are ahead of you and have taken many of the same classes you’re now taking

or can expect to take down the road. Such students can be invaluable resources, helping explain concepts and offering advice as to which courses to take and which professors they prefer.

Improve your overall experience Even if a student club or organization has nothing to do with your studies or your future career, signing up is a great way to improve your overall college experience. You’re liable to create more memories, make more friends and get the most out of your time on campus, which many college seniors will tell you is going to be gone before you know it. Take advantage of all of the opportunities your college or university offers, and you will likely one day look back and be glad you made the most of your time on campus.

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2013 Awards Day Winners Beddingfield High School Row 1 Brody Eastwood, Laurie Williamson, Jenna Pate, Sydney Speight, Bethany Cone, Cassandra Battle, Josh Baker, Alma Nelly Martinez, Maricruz Perea, Jesus Ferrer, Essence Barnes, Saira Eustaquio, Belen Guitierrez Row 2 Marcus Searles, Elizabeth Torres, Lakeisha Dickens, Dashawnna Bynum, Rashonda Mercer, Clarissa Artis, Jamar Smith-Robinson, Esau Monterroza, Tyler Amerson, Heather Cuddington, Hunter Turnage, Steve Estrada, Dymeshia Finch Row 3 Jazmin Woodard, Kaurell Johnson, William McConney, Jr., Qristan Dawson, Jazmin Ellis-Wilson, Terrance Peterson,

Shayla Evans, Jasmine Coley, Paige Wasilewski, Candace Wilkins, Kaitlyn Richards Row 4 Marquavious Coleman, Zackery Keech, Jessica Meyer, Casey Flora, Shaunice Wiggins, Alysha Nutt, Tracendia Horne, Damien Parker, Logan Hudson, Heather Harwood, Janie Narron Row 5 Kenneth Harris, Angel Whitfield, Labresha Hill, Hannah Durham, Marquel Bullock, Rashad Robinson, Maliquie Hinnant, Quintisha Freeman, Michael Bier, Airel Olvera Row 6 Travis Barnes, Trevor Holloman, William Caruthers, Tyreek Nixon

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Kelsha Sellars, Janna Elawar, Martha Scott Benson, Jessica Parris, Sydney Jones, Susan Johnston, Allison Oakey, T’shera Jones, Jamie Byrum, Bailey Norfleet, Annah-Claire Summerlin, Gray Rivera Lemus, Brianna Mercer, Dunya Hammad, Keya Dickens.

Aliyah Tisdom, Michael Shaw, Shakka Blackston, Daniel Morgan, Talen Piner, John Flinn, Drayton Williams, Chavis Hammonds, Samuel Ellis, Evan McDuffie, Ronald Blackwell, Claire Jones, Sarah Carroll, Jordan Crumpler, Bonner Alligood.

Row 2 Jessica Collins, Teira Hinton, Jennifer Perez, Breyonna Brown, Amber Tucker, Destiney Thomas, Breyah Atkinson, Kristen Edmonds, Shanika Coleman, Abigail Barbosa, William Hinton, Richard Hinton, Sacoria Farmer, Raneisha Anderson, Coresha Howard, Shante Overall, Shantel Overall

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Row 4

Benjamin Hawley, Emily Darr, Essence Abdus-Samad, Karina Jimenez, Georgia Lewis, Secora Pickett, Carey Tipps, Courtney Davis, Antonia Ventura, Ashley Sheares, Sara Parks.

Max McCall, Will Tulloss, Craig Edwards, Eddie Summerlin, Josh Joyner, Tyra Barnes, Meshia Lyons, Daniel Westbrook.

Row 2 Roseanna Strickland, Kimberlee Bissette, Christopher Wood, Matthew Weatherford, Corey Lane, Olivia Ingram, Tyler Sharp, Cale Baker, Elizabeth Adams, Danielle Wilson. Row 3 Marcus Sessoms, Elix Coe, Ryan Leggett, Luisa Torres, Trydell Smith, Lemonica Taylor, Imani Higgs, Will Rose, Rebekah Craven.

Row 5 Dana Goff, Skylesha Lee, Joshua Woodard, Travis High, Yashoda Mekchand, Asia Eatmon, Jasmine Morgan. Row 6 Will Horner, Cassie Helms, Blanca Yanez, Anthony Matrejek, Nicholas Talley, Robert Davis, Darius Walker, Markus Hendrix.

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Senior Leaders

The 2013 Southern Nash High School senior leaders are, from left: Lauren Williams (treasurer), Meredith Glover (senior class president), Chris Dunston (senior class vice president), Alea Singletary (SGA president) and Lauren Whitley (senior class secretary).

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Junior Marshals

Front Row: Kristen Lenk, Molly Grimes, Mallory Williford, Cady Sheeks, Myra Waheed, Kristin Denning, Andrew Thorne. Back Row: Kennedy Perkins, Zach Davis, Ben Rouse, Jacob Barefoot, Tim Naughton, Lawrence Dugom, Patrick Dugom, Rachel Jackson, Kayla Sauls.

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The 2013 C.B. Aycock senior leaders are, bottom row, from left: AJ Mundle, Jenna Hussey and Greg Williams. Back row: Broc Doyle and Emily Martin.

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The 2013 Greene Central High School senior leaders are Anna Peacock (president), Jaysonnia McCotter (vice president), Myesha Dunn (secretary) and Brianna Torres (treasurer).

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Wilson Christian Academy

Senior Leaders

The 2013 Wilson Christian Academy senior leaders are, from left: Jena Scott (treasurer) Lindsay Cannon (secretary) Chris Walston (president) and Cole Craft (vice president).

Junior Marshals

The 2013 Wilson Christian Academy junior marshals are, front row, from left: Reid Petway, Rachel Renfrow, Courtney Taybron and Matthew Anderson. Back row: Jeremy Glover, Tyler Dew and Jonathan Glover.

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2013 Pee Wee and Myrtle Owens Scholars Five Wilson County Schools seniors, each with an expressed interest in teaching as a career, have earned 2013 Owens Scholarships to pursue a fouryear undergraduate degree in education. The late Pee Wee and Myrtle Owens established the scholarship program in 1998 with a $2 million endowment. Students receiving full scholarships must teach a minimum of four years in Wilson County Schools or reimburse the scholarship fund for any portion of the scholarship not repaid by service as a teacher. Owens Scholarships are renewable each year for four years. Recipients must maintain a 2.25 grade point average during their freshman year and a 2.5 GPA throughout the remainder of their undergraduate program. At the end of each academic year, the recipients must submit a copy of their grades and a letter of reapplication to the superintendent of Wilson County Schools. Owens scholars are chosen by committee based on their achievements in scholarship, leadership, school and community service and character. Since 1999, 99 students, including this year’s recipients, have received Owens Scholarships.

National Board Certifications Each year, the Board of Education recognizes the newest class of National Board Certified Teachers. To earn National Board Certification, teachers must demonstrate their knowledge and skills through an intensive series of performance-based assessments, including portfolios of student work and rigorous analyses of classroom teaching. Their journey to national certification is a tangible expression of their commitment to high performance for themselves and their students. Pictured from left: John Keith Byrum (Hunt High), Paula Cobb (Fike High), Katrice Brown (Fike High) and Elizabeth Driver (Rock Ridge Elementary). Photo courtesy of Wilson County Schools

Recipients of the four-year, $28,000 scholarships are: Shayla Evans

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Heather Cuddington Beddingfield High School

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2,013 Backpacks in 2013 The second annual Wilson County Schools Back-to-School Fair is scheduled for Sat., Aug. 17 from 9 a.m. to noon on the grounds of Jones Elementary School. Every school family and staff member is invited to attend the event to kick off the 2013-2014 school year. The fair is an opportunity for attendees to ask questions of Wilson County Schools staff, learn about school system programs and operations, access information about community resources and have fun in the kids entertainment area. Also at the event, backpacks filled with school supplies will be distributed to students who need them on a first come, first serve basis. “At last year’s event, we set a goal to collect 1,000 backpacks for students in need, and we doubled our goal. This year, we have set the goal at 2,013, and we hope to surpass it as well. I am overwhelmed

by the generosity of this community and its support for our students. Unfortunately, not every child has a backpack with freshly stocked supplies for their first day of school, and it means so much that we are able to provide this for them.” The deadline to collect the backpacks is August 7. Businesses, organizations and individuals interested in donating backpacks and schools supplies should drop them off at Jones Elementary School, 4028 Highway 42 West, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. To make the distribution process as simple as possible at the fair, the backpacks need to be the same size, 18 inches in height, and filled with the same items for kindergartners through seniors: pencils, pens, highlighters, a pencil box or pouch, one-inch or three-inch binders, dividers, packaged filler paper, pocket folders,

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notebooks, compositions books, glue sticks, a ruler and erasers. Monetary donations for backpacks and supplies are tax deductible and every $35 donated will provide one child with a filled backpack. Checks can be made payable to the Wilson Education Partnership

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2013 Simon Award Winners Ten Wilson County Schools employees and one school won awards during the 2013 Simon Awards held May 9. The awards, which debuted in 2010, stand as the highest recognition the school system bestows on an employee or school and recognize exceptional performance. The Simon Awards carry the name of the late David Simon, a Fike High School student whose response to a cancer diagnosis was to become a scholar. Simon passed away Aug. 9, 2010. “In a year of unbearably heavy decisions uncommon to most adults, David excelled at school and decided the course of his life,” said Fike High School Principal Steve Ellis. “His strength, perseverance and courage carried him a long way following the summer of 2009 when cancer appeared. And he outdistanced every doctor’s prediction for a year. During that year, he changed an entire school system. Following his diagnosis, David turned himself into an honor student, a scholar who tried harder and harder as each day became more and more difficult. In spite of surgeries and chemotherapies and extended stays at Duke University Hospital, at Fike and in class was where he wanted to be. He was and still is an inspiration.” The award categories are styled after the Academy Awards and salute high performance in instructional, administrative and support services. Schools and departments were invited to submit nominations in February. In March, the superintendent’s Teacher Advisory Committee, composed of all 2012-2013 Teachers of the Year, read more than 140 blind nominations and selected three finalists and a winner in each category. The names of the winners were kept confidential until they were announced at the event.

Best Adapted Score Roy Henderson – Jones Elementary

Other Finalists: Amber Godwin, Beddingfield High and Joan Bogart, Darden Middle Given to an employee who adapted an existing idea that had a significant impact at the school or system level

Best Makeup Amber Inscoe – Fike High

Best Original Song Tevis Harris - Jones Elementary

Other Finalists: Donna Thorne, Fike High and Jennifer Hornsby, Jones Elementary Given to an employee whose personal and professional life shines as an inspiration to others

Best Costume Design Sherreia Smith – Jones Elementary

Best Actor in a Supporting Role Joan Taylor – Stantonsburg Elementary

Other Finalists: Patricia Williams, Jones Elementary and Terre Gross, Rock Ridge Elementary Given to a teacher assistant, counselor or assistant principal whose daily performance in his/her school is an essential ingredient in student success

Lifetime Achievement Teresa Allen – Hunt High, physical education teacher and coach

Best Picture Lucama Elementary Other Finalists: Jones Elementary and Rock Ridge Elementary Given to the “best” school based on measures of parent involvement, customer service, academic performance, attendance, student discipline, working conditions, professional development and community involvement

Best Visual Effects Mayola Best - Vick Elementary

Other Finalists: Janet Corn, Jones Elementary and William Thompson, Lucama Elementary Given to an employee with the overall “makeup” of AJ Rightway, who consistently and noticeably models respect, good judgment, responsibility, kindness, self-discipline, integrity, courage and perseverance

Best Animated Feature Cynthia Hardy – Winstead Elementary

Other Finalists: Michael Stump, Darden Middle and Blake Tucker, Fike High Given to an employee who willingly wears many hats and is identified by his/ her unwavering commitment to community service demonstrated through activities inside and outside the school/school district

Finalists were confidential Given to an employee whose career achievements represent a significant and influential body of work notable for its depth and breadth

“Define your success. Run the race of your life at your speed and in your lane.” Sabrina Thompson, Speaker 2013 Wilson County High School Academic Excellence Celebration

Other Finalists: Debbie Pittman, Beddingfield High and Eddie Thompson, Lucama Elementary Given to an employee in support services (clerical employee, data manager, custodian or maintenance department employee) whose superior work sustains an attractive school and efficient school environment inside and out that is appreciated by students and staff

Best Original Score Jeremy Tucker – Hunt High

Other Finalists: Debra Simons, New Hope Elementary and Sharon HighJones, Wells Elementary Given to an employee who demonstrates the energy and enthusiasm to go the extra mile and who is known for inexhaustible commitment to his/her job

Best Live Action Film Reba Hunter – New Hope Elementary

Congratulations to the Class of 2013

Other Finalists: Amber Dew, Beddingfield High and Karen Bessey, Darden Middle Given to an employee who has developed and implemented an original idea that had a significant impact at the school or system level

Other Finalists: James Cooper, Barnes Elementary and Loretta Grier, Fike High Given to an employee from the transportation or child nutrition department whose performance signifies an unrelenting dedication to the safety and efficiency of his or her department

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Teacher, Principal and Employee of the Year The 2012-2013 Teacher, Principal and Classified Employee of the Year feature a math teacher who is devoted to every child receiving a quality education, a principal who began her career as a teacher assistant/bus driver and a teacher assistant passionate about making each student’s day the best it can be. All were equally surprised and humbled by their new roles when the announcement was made at a banquet September 18, 2012. Tracey Leon has been teaching at Toisnot Middle School for the past two years. In her 23 years of teaching, she has taught in Louisiana, Texas and North Carolina. When she was in college at the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill, she had no intentions of becoming a teacher until someone unwittingly proclaimed to her the all-too popular mantra, “Those who can, do. Those who can’t, teach.” As a committed and called professional educator, Ms. Leon has taken exception to the rule for the entirety of her teaching career. “I am proud to have been an agent of positive change in every school in which I have worked. It is a privilege and an esteemed responsibility to be a highly effective teacher leader that impacts so many lives, both professionally and personally,” said Ms. Leon. “Every day I think of my call to serve. I teach because I can, and I do it very well.”

Principal Susan Bullock began her career in education 27 years ago, and has held almost every position in the system. She has served as an administrator for the past six years. In 2009, Ms. Bullock was named the principal at New Hope Elementary School after serving as an assistant principal at Hunt High. She strives for excellence and holds high expectations for her students and staff. Each morning she challenges her students to make their teachers think. Ms. Bullock exemplifies the saying, “No man stands as tall as when he stoops to help a child,” and each day this five-foot one leader seems as if she is ten feet tall. “For the past 27 years, the people in the county have been so good to me,” Ms. Bullock said. “All of my colleagues have influenced me and helped me in so many ways.” Tammy Autry has been a teacher assistant at New Hope Elementary School since 2007 and is currently pursuing her teaching degree. Last year, she served on the School Improvement Team and is often seen hiding under an AJ Rightway costume or as Santa in the kindergarten program. On her own time, she attends PTO meetings and volunteers in the office. Ms. Autry sets high expectations for students and gives them the help and encouragement they need to be successful. In addition to financial gifts from Wilson County

Schools, Wilson Education Partnership and the Wachovia/ Wells Fargo Foundation, Ms. Leon, Ms. Bullock and Ms. Autry will also be featured on a 36-foot billboard courtesy of Lamar Advertising. Ms. Leon also received a new Chevrolet Sonic provided by Hubert Vester Auto Group for the year. Runners-up for Teacher of the Year included Stephanie Muller, an English teacher at Beddingfield High School, and Jennifer Parker, a communication skills teacher at Darden Middle School. Principal of the Year runners-up included Vernita Williams of

Barnes Elementary School and Jerry Simmons of Hunt High School. Classified Employee of the Year runners-up are custodians Randolph Lucas from Gardners Elementary School and Mary Bunch from VinsonBynum Elementary School. Other school-level Teachers of the Year are: Benjamin Gufford, Barnes Elementary; Charles Wairia, Daniels Learning Center; Sonya Smith, Elm City Elementary; Karen Reaves, Elm City Middle; LaDonna Mangum, Fike High; Catherine Slade, Forest Hills Middle; Emily Chilton, Gardners Elementary; Amy Ga-

leazzi, Hearne Elementary; Nancy Dickerson, Hunt High; Renee Brown, Jones Elementary; Laura Wood, Lee Woodard Elementary; Dana Mays, Lucama Elementary; Bridgette Akins, New Hope Elementary; Kim Hartley, Rock Ridge Elementary; Karen Carlos, Speight Middle; Michelle Bass, Springfield Middle; Wanda Bullock, Stantonsburg Elementary; Jacqueline Watson, Vick Elementary; Courtney O’Brien, Vinson-Bynum Elementary; Susan Thomas, Wells; Kim McQueen, Wilson Early College Academy; and Cynthia Hardy, Winstead Elementary.

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Looking Sharp Congratulations Class Of 2013!

Congratulations Class of 2013!

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