Board Briefs

The Board of Education recognized the progress within Vance County Schools with the release of the 2024–2025 accountability results by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Thanks to the dedication of students, educators, families, and staff working together, the district is seeing positive momentum across schools.

The Vance County Board of Education recognized the district’s Technology team in honor of National IT Professionals Day, commending them for their expertise and commitment to keeping students and staff connected, supporting instruction through technology, and ensuring reliable digital tools across all schools. Their innovation and problem-solving make a tremendous difference every day in Vance County Schools.

The Vance County Board of Education honored the district’s Human Resources team in recognition of National HR Professionals Day, sharing gratitude to the department for their dedication to recruiting, supporting, and retaining exceptional staff, as well as ensuring the well-being of employees across the district. Their behind-the-scenes work is essential to the success of Vance County Schools.

The Vance County Board of Education proudly recognized Teacher Assistants in celebration of National Teacher Assistant Day, expressing their appreciation for the vital role TAs play in supporting instruction, building relationships with students, and helping classrooms run smoothly. Their dedication, teamwork, and care make a lasting impact on the success of Vance County Schools.

The Vance County Board of Education joined in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, honoring the rich histories, diverse cultures, and countless contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. This month provides opportunities to emphasize the importance of embracing diversity and fostering inclusivity across Vance County Schools, recognizing that our strength as a district comes from the unique backgrounds and experiences of our students, staff, and community.

Superintendent Dr. Cindy Bennett shared the following:

• Fiscal Oversight Monthly Report
• Accountability Report
  - 4 schools exceeded growth (Aycock, EOY, Pinkston, VCEC)
  - 8 schools met growth (AA, Carver, Clarke, EMR, LBY, NH, STEM, VCMS)
  - 4 schools increased a letter grade (EMR, EOY, VCMS, V3A)

The Board of Education voted and approved the following:

Finance

• Approval of the Blazerworks contract to ensure continuity of services.
• Approval of the Needs-Based Public School Building Capital Fund application
• Approval of the Title 1 Application

The Board of Education approved employment recommendations for 35. We would like to welcome Angie Rowland (Aycock), Kevon Allen (Aycock), Mark Tillotson (Aycock), Janie Timberlake (Clarke), Kerrisha Stewart (Dabney), Tashanna Campbell (Dabney), Dacia Bent (EMR), Khalisha Baskerville (EMR), Jesse Pendergrass (Maintenance), Esther Burwell-Dacosta (Pinkston), Romaine McKenzie (STEM), Kenroy Spence (STEM), Lydia Fowler (Transportation), Sheldon Williams (Transportation), Antonette Pryce (VCHS), Stenesa Davis (VCHS), Tiffany Jones (VCHS), Ava Gay Woodbine (VCMS), Julia Foster (VCMS), Rasheena Berrick (VCMS), Shana-Kay Salome (VCMS), Sherry-Ann Pryce (VCMS), Tamieka Vick (VCMS), Tarsha Terry (VCMS), Kessha Lanis (V3A), Kelly Ellington (Aycock), Mitzi Ross (Aycock), Tara Norwood (Aycock), Andrew Richards (Clarke), Jennifer Sullivan (Dabney/EOY), Yvette Baskerville-Pauling (LBY), Eboni Terry (NH), Kimberly Lamb (VCHS), Robin Closs (VCHS), Santos Alberto Maldonado (VCMS).

The Board accepted 14 resignations, 35 substitutes, and 10 promotions/transfers.

The Vance County Board of Education approved 30 requests to transfer into Vance County Schools and 0 requests to transfer out, totaling 30 transfer requests.

None.

2025 Meeting Schedule

October 13, 2025

November 10, 2025

December 8, 2025

2025 Board Meeting Schedule was adopted by the Board of Education on December 9, 2024.

Vance County Schools, located in Henderson, NC serves students Pre-K through 12th grade, as well as Early College 5th year students. There are 16 schools served in our district.

Website: www.vcs.k12.nc.us
Location: 1724 Graham Avenue, Henderson, NC, USA
Phone: 252-492-2127
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Vance-County-Schools-920214704715692
Twitter: @VanceCoSchools