New Bern, NC – AVID, Advancement Via Individual Determination, announced Mrs. Gayle Hardy, New Bern High School AVID Coordinator and Elective Teacher, will be one of three speakers selected to present at the 2019 Summer Institute Conference in Philadelphia on July 15-17th, 2019. This is an amazing achievement for New Bern High School and Craven […] Continue reading 
The Board of Directors of Craven County Partners In Education recently announced the winners of the Spring Cycle PIE Grants. PIE Grants are an expression of faith in and support for teachers who are searching for educational opportunities which make an immediate impact on the lives of students and that have the potential of encouraging […] Continue reading 
Craven County Schools is pleased to announce Mr. Stacy Lee will be joining the school system as the new Chief of Systems and Operations. His wealth of knowledge and leadership experience in public education and in private industry make him a valuable candidate and he will be a true asset to the team. Mr. Lee […] Continue reading 
On January 4, 2017, the Craven County Board of Education and Grover C. Fields Middle spotlighted a teacher for the awesome work she is doing within the Math/ Science department and throughout the school community. Mrs. Lori Sugg joined the Grover C. Fields Middle School in 2013. She is employed as a 6th Grade math/science […] Continue reading 
Rapid training and employment process for veterans entering civilian life and support for employers seeking to hire technically-skilled and leadership oriented employees for advanced manufacturing environments. Duke Energy’s investment in Tools for Advanced Manufacturing for Veterans has supported nine classes with 132 veteran participants to date. WHAT: East Carolina University will showcase its Tools for Advanced Manufacturing for Veterans […] Continue reading 
Partners In Education was recently awarded $1,500 by BSH Home Appliances Corporation for a Major Sponsorship of all 2014 PIE events. BSH, partnering with PIE, continues to positively change the lives of students and families in our community. If you would like to learn how your organization can make a difference to a teacher in the classroom, please contact Darlene Brown, […] Continue reading 
To be held Friday, February 28, Saturday, March 1st and Sunday March 2nd The New Bern Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held in the basement of the Sudan Shriners’ building at 403 E. Front Street, New Bern NC 28560 (entrance on Broad Street) on Friday, February 28 from 9 am to […] Continue reading 
Voting begins next week in fifth year of program to help schools Voting began Monday, November 4, in U.S. Cellular’s (NYSE: USM) Calling All Communities campaign. Returning for its fifth year, U.S. Cellular is giving communities the opportunity to help improve the education of students at 20 schools by challenging them to rally community support […] Continue reading 
Craven County Partners In Education recently was presented with a $250 check for sponsorship, along with items donated for the Stuff the Bus campaign by the staff and agents at Century 21 Zaytoun-Raines. It is through generous community partnerships that Stuff the Bus is able to meet the needs of those students who have been identified as in-need […] Continue reading 
Craven County Partners In Education was recently awarded $500 from the New Bern Breakfast Rotary Club. The mission of the New Bern Breakfast Rotary Club is to provide service to others, promote high ethical standards, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through its fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders. The monies awarded from […] Continue reading 
Experiments with Coastal Waters, History, Germs, Alchemy and More – April 13 “Scientific Passport Through Time” brings a fun-filled day of experiments and activities to Tryon Palace on Saturday, April 13. Held in conjunction with the North Carolina Science Festival’s multi-day, statewide celebration, Tryon Palace and Craven Community College will provide children of all ages […] Continue reading 
Craven County Partners In Education is currently accepting donations for its Annual Fund Drive. The funding received from this fund drive supports the teachers and students in the classroom through the PIE Grant program. The PIE Grant is available to teachers twice a year and assists teachers in the classroom who demonstrate innovation and creativity […] Continue reading 
Voting begins this Friday, September 14, in U.S. Cellular’s (NYSE: USM) Calling All Communities campaign. Returning for its fourth year, U.S. Cellular is giving communities the opportunity to help improve the education of students at 18 schools by challenging them to rally community support for the chance to win a share of $1 million. The […] Continue reading 
Listen to “Radio Laura” Johnson’s audio (aired on Radio Free ENC’s WNOS 105.9FM and 1450AM) about the upcoming events at Cool Springs: https://www.newbernnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/NBN-cool-springs-062712.mp3 Weyerhaeuser’s Cool Springs Environmental Education Center, Askin, NC is now offering Life Long Learning Classes! On June 9th, there will be a Pine Needle Basket Weaving class taught by a local expert. […] Continue reading 
Craven County Schools and Coastal Community Action, Inc. will be holding a registration for four year olds for the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program (previously called More at Four Pre-K) and Head Start Program for the 2012-2013 school year in Havelock on June 12, 2012, from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m. at Graham Barden Elementary. Parents should bring their […] Continue reading 
Laura Johnson and I met with Candidate Tanya Roberts who’s running for the Craven County Board of Education, District 5. We wanted to find out why she decided to run and why people should vote for her. Listen to the interview here: https://www.newbernnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/NBN-tanya-roberts-interview-050812.mp3 The District 5 Seat is the only seat up for election in […] Continue reading