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The four Grow Your Own Recipients outside of the board of education building.
Duplin County Schools Honors Future Educators Through Grow Your Own Scholarship-Loan Program
Lindsay Skidmore
The four Grow Your Own Recipients outside of the board of education building.

Duplin County Schools proudly recognizes an outstanding group of high school seniors who have been awarded the Grow Your Own Scholarship-Loan, a unique opportunity that supports students on their journey to becoming future educators. These students have demonstrated a passion for teaching and a heart for service, earning up to $5,000 per year for four years as they pursue their college degrees in education.

More than just a scholarship, this program reflects each recipient’s commitment to give back to their community. Upon completing their degrees, these students will return to Duplin County Schools to serve as teachers for four years—helping to shape the future of the very classrooms where they once sat as students.

This year’s recipients are:

  • Lilliana White, graduating from North Duplin Jr./Sr. High School will attend James Sprunt Community College to pursue a degree in education.
  • Jerrick Kellum, graduating from James Kenan High School, will attend the University of North Carolina at Pembroke to pursue a degree in education.
  • Jaqueline Juan-Catalan, graduating from Wallace-Rose Hill High School, will attend the East Carolina University to pursue a degree in education.
  • Savannah Kennedy, graduating from East Duplin High School, will attend the University of Mt. Olive to pursue a degree in education.
  • Emery Raynor, graduating from East Duplin  High School, will attend North Carolina State University to pursue a degree in education.
     

“We are incredibly proud of these students for stepping up to lead the next generation,” said Superintendent Dr. Austin Obasohan. “Their decision to dedicate themselves to teaching and to return home to serve in Duplin County speaks volumes about their character and commitment to our school community.”

Duplin County Schools celebrates these future educators for their vision, leadership, and desire to make a difference. We look forward to welcoming them back as teachers and role models in the years to come.

 

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Rebel Student of the Month
Rebel Student of the Month
Laura Thornton

At this time we would like to congratulate our Rebel Student of the month. The Rebel student of the month is nominated by a staff member.  Please report to the office after morning announcements. 

 

The 7th grade Rebel of the month is  Reagan Williams.  Reagan is always positive, enthusiastic, and real. She speaks her mind in a kind way. She asks deep and probing questions because she likes to think.

 

The 8th grade Rebel of the month is  Raegan Herring. She is always participating in class, completes her work and helps others around her. She is also tutoring a peer after her work is completed in class.

 

The 9th grade Rebel of the month is  Shabree Cobb. Shabree always comes in prepared, gets right to work, asks to work ahead, and always keeps a positive attitude.  

 

The 10th grade Rebel of the month is Jimena Alvarez- Vasquez.  She is a hard working student who goes above and beyond to complete her work. Even after being out sick for a week she has come back in and worked hard to catch up and turn in papers ahead of time. A very well mannered student.

 

The 11th grade Rebel of the month is  Amulet Chigin.  Amulet has done a great job this semester.  She works hard in class and is eager to learn.  She may be quiet, but she can always be counted on to participate and support.

 

The 12th grade Rebel of the month is DeLuca Potter.  DeLuca isn't just a hard worker.  He is always attentive in class, takes all of his assignments seriously, helps others around him, and has shown that he has the ability to think critically through real-life situations that adults face every single day.  Two of his greatest strengths are his empathy towards those around him and his optimistic outlook on life.

 

Our Staff Rebel of the month is Mrs. Kelly Kornegay.  Mrs. Kornegay is always making sure her student's needs are being met.  She is very patient, always available to help her students, and holds meetings with them.  She is also balancing teaching and attending school.  She is a phenomenal Rebel!