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Davidson County School Board Faces Budget, Discipline Concerns
Financial concerns dominated much of the second half of the meeting. Administrators outlined uncertainty surrounding state funding, projected enrollment declines, increasing utility and fuel costs and ongoing financial impacts from charter schools and voucher programs.
State reports crime in schools down in Lexington and Thomasville, rise in Davidson County
Earlier this month, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction released its annual report on criminal offenses reported by school districts across the state. These offenses range from violent crimes such as assault with a deadly weapon, sexual assault or deaths to non-violent crimes including possession of a controlled substance, possession of a weapon or a bomb threat.
Davidson County Schools quote state rules "Remote learning will not be an option'
State law allows school districts to use a maximum of five remote learning days per school year. Our district used the final allowable remote learning day during last week’s winter storm.
The Social Worker Who Goes the Extra Mile: Celebrating Bobby Wagner
What truly sets Bobby Wagner apart is his courageous and unflinching approach to outreach. Unlike many who might rely on institutional boundaries, Wagner makes it his personal duty to go into the roughest areas to connect with children who are most in need. He operates without hesitation when a child cries out for help, recognizing that his impact is greatest when he meets them where they are. By choosing to stay in the community, he ensures that his help is consistent, genuine, and informed by a deep understanding of the local landscape—a key factor that makes him the effective role model he is.
A Promise to My Community: Changing the Conversation Around Lexington
I’m often asked a straightforward question: “Why do you mainly write about Lexington?” The question is simple, but the answer is complex, rooted in everything from journalistic practicality to a deep-seated belief in the power of positive storytelling. The truth is, my focus on Lexington is not a choice of favoritism, but a reflection of the commitment we receive from its community. It’s an investment of trust, and at Davidson Local, we make it our mission to honor that trust.
County Commissioners approve request for school projects
The Davidson County Board of Commissioners focused on the three school districts in the county during its meeting on Monday night.
Auditor Blasts Forsyth County Schools’ Finances, A Cautionary Tale for Davidson County: Audio
For Davidson County, where taxpayers are being asked to fund construction needs while educators continue to fight for fair pay, Forsyth’s mismanagement is a reminder: big decisions demand even bigger accountability. While the investigation unfolds, parents and taxpayers are watching closely.
Senator Steve Jarvis backs bill allowing armed personnel in private schools
In a move stirring both support and controversy, State Senator Steve Jarvis (R-Davidson) is championing Senate Bill 280, known as the Private School Security Act.
Schools in Davidson County announce closings for Monday, Jan. 13th
Schools Closed to students due to inclement weather. Debido a que el pronóstico de esta noche indica que las temperaturas serán lo suficientemente bajas como para causar el re-congelamiento en las vías, lo que hará que las condiciones de viaje, especialmente en las calles secundarias, sean peligrosas por la mañana.
Alerts: Severe weather alerts add closings
A severe winter storm watch has been issued for the Piedmont Triad and much of central North Carolina from 1 p.m. to 10 a.m. on Friday.
Kassie's Column: School Counselors remain Unsung Heroes
Did you know this week is National School Counseling Week?
Cassidy's Creative Corner: Should schools enforce uniforms?
Nearly all private schools require students to wear school uniforms. For seven years, I attended a school that enforced uniforms, and we only had a few days out of the year to “dress out.”
TCS to hold recruiting event
Thomasville City Schools is hosting a career fair on Tuesday, March 22. There will be two sessions - from 9:30am. until noon and from 3:30p.m. until 6:00p.m.
Women's History Month: Deltas deliver snacks
Since the beginning of the year, the ladies of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated have been hard at work giving back to the community.
LCS needs substitute teachers
Looking for an opportunity help students?
From a teen's perspective: School dress codes
All my life, movies and TV shows about school have all tried to enforce one concept: what you wear is important.
North Carolina updates StrongSchoolsNC public health toolkit
Today, Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. shared updated public health guidance for K-12 schools to follow in the upcoming school year.
DCS to operate on five days per week schedule
At a special called Davidson County Board of Education meeting on Monday, July 19, Superintendent Dr. Emily Lipe announced that all schools will operate on a five days per week instructional calendar for the 2021-22 school year