Edgecombe County Public Schools

Join Us for Money Moves: A Free Financial Literacy Workshop! Edgecombe County Public Schools’ Family Resource Center is partnering with Coastal Credit Union to bring you "Money Moves," a financial literacy workshop designed to enhance your financial well-being. Date: Saturday, December 7th Time: 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM Location: Family Resource Center, 710 Panola St., Tarboro Expert guidance from William Fisher, a financial expert and community impact officer at Coastal Credit Union Practical tips and strategies to improve your financial health Childcare provided for ages 18 months to 11 years old Exciting giveaways for participants! How to Register: Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit this link - https://tinyurl.com/bbffmoneymoves. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to make informed money moves!

All Schools and ECPS Offices will be closed on Monday in observance of Veterans Day.

Improve your digital skills at these upcoming sessions!

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The ECPS Family Resource Center has just completed its third cohort of Title I ESL Workshops! This amazing milestone was achieved on Wednesday, October 30th. A big shoutout to Saiid Murphy, our ECPS Family Resource Center Coordinator, for leading this incredible initiative! These workshops are designed to support all parents and families of our ECPS scholars. They focus on helping English Language Learners develop communication skills, understand their child's academic needs, and address their own needs within the community. We're thrilled to announce that we will continue these workshops in the spring! Stay tuned for more updates and join us in empowering our ECPS families.

ECPS team members England Alston & Saiid Murphy are all smiles as they pass out candy and valuable school information at the Downtown Tarboro annual trick-or-treating event. Catch them at Courthouse Square from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM and again from 3:00 - 5:00 PM today!

Don't miss this fun event happening next weekend!

The SouthWest Edgecombe High School JROTC proudly sponsored a Red Cross Blood Drive yesterday, demonstrating their commitment to service and community. We are especially proud of the many students who donated blood, many of them for the first time. Thank you to all the cadets and donors for making a difference!

Reminder - no school for students this Friday!

We are thrilled to announce that our ECPS Teacher of the Year, Tamika Farmer, has been named one of two finalists for the North Central Region Teacher of the Year! Mrs. Farmer, a dedicated fourth-grade teacher at G.W. Carver Elementary School, has consistently demonstrated excellence in education, inspiring her students and colleagues alike. Her passion, commitment, and innovative teaching methods make her an outstanding representative of Edgecombe County Public Schools. We couldn't be prouder of Mrs. Farmer and wish her the very best as she continues to shine and represent our district on this prestigious platform!

Parents, we need your input to help us better serve our students and community. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and share your thoughts. Your feedback is crucial in shaping the future of our schools. Click here to take the survey - https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/?fbclid=IwY2xjawGDQthleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHZusRWdy0K0U1URh0O3pKy9dLHSfXcEvwLaKU6re8hBu_xGE4BS4BQIt7Q_aem_s3kEOAdOw5Afh3gc2QjvKw#/action/260466/p2708

🎉 Shoutout to Our Amazing Technology Team! 🎉 We are incredibly grateful for our dedicated ECPS Technology Team, who work tirelessly behind the scenes to support our students and staff. From troubleshooting issues to implementing innovative solutions, they ensure our schools run smoothly and efficiently. Thank you for all that you do to keep us connected and empowered!

ECPS Principals and district leaders proudly wore orange at today’s District Leadership Team meeting in a powerful show of support for Unity Day! We stand united against bullying and are deeply committed to promoting kindness, acceptance, and inclusion in our schools. Together, we are creating a safe, supportive environment where every student can thrive!

Happening this evening! Open to all ECPS families!

We are thrilled to announce that Cassandra Harley, the dedicated and inspiring principal of Coker-Wimberly Elementary School, has been selected as the 2024-2025 Edgecombe County Public Schools Principal of the Year! Her unwavering commitment to excellence and passion for student success have truly made a difference in our community. Join us in congratulating Principal Harley on this well-deserved honor! She is pictured with ECPS Superintendent Dr. Andy Bryan.

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Check out this event is designed to inspire and educate rising 9th-12th graders in eastern North Carolina about careers in health. Don't miss out on this valuable experience! Note: Registration is required. Please refer to the attached flyer for more details.

Due to their designation as polling places for the upcoming election, five ECPS schools will be closed on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. These schools include: D.S. Johnson Elementary School G.W. Bulluck Elementary School J.W. Parker Middle School Martin Millennium Academy Phillips Middle School This closure is a calendar change approved by the Edgecombe County Board of Education on Monday, October 14, 2024. While these schools will not hold classes, it will be a required workday for their staff. All other schools in the district will operate on a regular schedule with a full day of instruction. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we support our community's voting process.

Congratulations Edgecombe Early College High School's Ashley Davis & Kimberly Long who are recipients of Edgecombe-Martin County EMC's Bright Ideas grants! Bright Ideas grants provide funding for innovative, classroom-based projects that would otherwise not be possible. The recipients are pictured with Edgecombe Early College High School Principal Matt Smith, along with Monica Speight & Winston Howell from Edgecombe-Martin County Electric Membership Corporation.

Wearing orange on Wednesday, October 16th symbolizes our collective commitment to stand up against bullying. We invite all students and staff to don their brightest orange attire to showcase our solidarity. Let’s show everyone the strength of our commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment for all students!