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Superintendent Weekly Update

from the desk of Kathy Amos

SuperintendentWeekly Updatefrom the desk of Kathy Amos

March 21, 2025 March 21, 2025

Tech Palooza at BES Tech Palooza at BES

Thanks to STEM West for providing LEGO kits, Finch programmable robots and many other hands-on activities to engage our students.

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MHHS On Good Morning America! MHHS On Good Morning America!

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The MHHS carpentry students will be featured on Good Morning America on Thursday, March 27th at 7:30 a.m. Be sure to tune in!

MHHS Prom Event MHHS Prom Event

Thank you to everyone who made this event a huge success!

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Renovation & Construction Progress! Renovation & Construction Progress!

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New Addition at BES

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New Addition at BRES

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New Ceiling and Lights at CRMS

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New HVAC Units at EYMS

Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program

The Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship, funded by the National Science Foundation, offers a unique opportunity to earn a tuition-free Master of Arts in Teaching degree at Lenoir-Rhyne University. Click here!

American Battlefield History Field Trip Grant Program American Battlefield History Field Trip Grant Program

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The American Battlefield History Field Trip Grant Program is designed to help offset the cost of K-12 field trips to sites related to the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and the Civil War. Fort Fisher, Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site, Greensboro History Museum, Museum of The Cape Fear, the Hugh Torance House and Store, and the Burgwin-Wright House & Gardens are just a few examples of where field trips can visit.


For more information, please visit the History Field Trip Grant Program page

Funds STILL Available! Funds STILL Available!

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NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) FIELD TRIP FUNDING – Apply Today!


Apply today for the Learning Happens Here Field Trip Fund, which reimburses NC public schools for visits to any state site managed by the NC Department of Natural & Cultural Resources (DNCR). Eligible destinations include NC State Parks, NC Historic Sites, the NC Symphony, the NC Zoo, and more (click here for a list of our DNCR’s 100+ sites and programs you can visit!)

Congressional Art Competition Congressional Art Competition

Each spring, the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives sponsor a nationwide high school arts competition. The Congressional Art Competition is an opportunity to recognize and encourage artistic talent in the nation and our Congressional District.

The competition is open to all high school students (grades 9-12) in our District. The winning artwork of our District's competition will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year. The exhibit in Washington will include the winning artwork from all participating districts nationwide. The winning artwork is also featured on House.gov's Congressional Art Competition page.


Online Submission Deadline: Friday, April 4, 2025.

See this link on Congressman Chuck Edwards' page for details.

Workforce Development Regional Scholarships Workforce Development Regional Scholarships

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The North Carolina Home Builders Educational & Charitable Foundation, Inc. (NCHBECF) awards up to eight $1,000 scholarships to community college or technical school students in each of NCHBA’s eight regions.


Importantly, eligible students do not have to be related to an NCHBA member nor do they have to be nominated by one; however, those recommended by or related to an NCHBA member will receive preference.


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Scholarships for Two- and Four-Year College Students Scholarships for Two- and Four-Year College Students

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A variety of scholarships are available for two- and four-year college students who are pursuing a degree in a construction-related field.


Scholarships are awarded based on a combination of need and merit to four-year college students entering their junior or senior year and technical school students entering their second year who have declared their major in a construction-related field.


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Nominate an Outstanding Educator for NC Construction Trades Teacher of the Year Nominate an Outstanding Educator for NC Construction Trades Teacher of the Year

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Recognize an outstanding construction trades educator in your area by nominating him or her as the NC Construction Trades Teacher of the Year.


The contest is open to instructors at all levels of education. The winning teacher will receive $1,000 personally and $1,000 for the classroom.


Deadline for nominations is Friday, May 2.


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Yancey County Schools

Email: kathyamos@yanceync.net
Website: www.yanceync.net
Location: 100 School Circle, Burnsville, NC, USA
Phone: (828) 682-6101

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