Flamenco Residency at Guideway Elementary

Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana spent a week recently at Guideway Elementary School exposing students to the flamenco culture of southern Spain. The 4th and 5th graders performed for a large crowd at the end of the week. The company also spent a day at South Columbus High School working with advanced dance students.

New Book Features Children From Columbus County

When facing a life-challenging or even terminal illness, it s all about being normal. That s what kids and teens want for themselves and from the people around them. With wit, wisdom, and amazing courage, young people ages 7-21 tell in their own words what it s like to be ill while trying to live each minute of their daily lives. Their stories are honest, heartfelt, and thought-provoking; their advice is of value to anyone who knows, loves, or treats young people with illnesses or disabilities. Recommended for families, friends, classmates, and teachers of affected children and teens; for colleges that offer classes in disability studies; and for doctors and hospitals who want to share hope with their patients. A portion of the proceeds of the book will go to the Southeastern Community College Scholarship Foundation.
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Lisa Worley Named Outstanding Secondary School Mathematics Teacher

Lisa Worley, 6th grade math teacher at Williams Township School, has been named as the county's Outstanding Secondary School Mathematics Teacher by the The North Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCCTM). The teacher nominated from each LEA will receive one year’s membership in the NCCTM, a personalized award, and recognition at the State Conference in Greensboro. In addition, his/her name will appear in the Fall 2008 issue of the NCCTM journal, the Centroid and on NCCTM’s website.