From left, Dr. Ryan Anderson, history professor of UNC-P, Ray Sheppard, Bladen Community College Director of Distance Learning and Dr. Amanda Lee, President, Bladen Community…
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Bladen Community College will resume it’s normal operations and class schedules on Monday, September 9,2019 Bladen Community College will close at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday,…
Bladen Community College will close at 5:00 pm on Wednesday and will remain closed on Thursday due to Hurricane Dorian. Bladen Community College is closely…
Good afternoon, Our Chemours Fayetteville Works site recently awarded scholarships totaling $27,000 to eight area students who will study STEM fields at Fayetteville State University,…
Parents and Caretakers – Welcome back to another school year of exciting opportunities for your students to grow. We are eager to help your child…
Three trustees were sworn in to serve four year terms for Bladen Community College by Bladen County Clerk of Court Niki Dennis at the August…
Katie Thompson and Lisa Thompson explains the Emereau Bladen curriculum to parents of first grade students. [Contributed photo} Emereau Bladen hosted a curriculum night for…
DUBLIN – Bladen Community College extends an invitation to the community to attend a Lunch and Learn about Strategies for Improving Efficiency and Productivity through the…
Full-time students who have demonstrated academic achievement at Bladen Community College for the summer 2019 term have been recognized. Students who have maintained a 4.0…
On Wednesday, August 7, and Tuesday, August 13, the WBHS FFA Officers met with Advisors to discuss the Chapter Program of Activities. During the training,…
State Superintendent Mark Johnson has announced today that the Department of Public Instruction is making available additional funds and devices to schools at the start of this school year to support literacy efforts through personalized learning in all kindergarten through third…
The Governor’s Education Cabinet, education leaders and stakeholders gathered Wednesday to launch TeachNC, a partnership between the N.C. Department of Public Instruction, BEST NC and…
Contributed WoodmenLife provides American and State flags to local chapters for presentation to nonprofit civic and youth groups, schools, churches, and community centers. Since 1947,…
As the lazy days of summer are winding to a close, many parents are beginning to think about sending their children back to school. To…
North Carolina A & T State University Chancellor, Harold L. Martin Sr., Ph.D., paid a visit to local students with the Innovation Station mobile stem…
DUBLIN – Bladen Community College graduated its largest class of Practical Nursing students in a pinning ceremony on July 25. BCC Board of Trustees chair…
Emereau Charter School welcomed more than 500 students Thursday on the first day of the new academic year. The 2019-2020 school year has students in…
Three 2019 East Bladen High School graduates have been chosen to receive a Golden LEAF Scholarship valued up to $12,000, it was announced Monday by…
Bladen County Schools has scheduled pre-kindergarten application days for July 22, 23 and 24 at the Bladen County Board of Education for children who will…
The North Carolina Charter Schools Advisory Board will meet Monday, July 22, at the NC Association for Public Charter Schools Conference at Harrah’s Cherokee Resort & Convention Center,…
By Bethany Stephens The Board of Education met Monday for their July meeting where they heard from two concerned parents regarding silent graduation. After having…
Bladen Community College will welcome new and returning students to campus as the fall semester registration begins next week. Counselors and faculty advisors will be…
Bladen County Schools announced the appointment of Ursula Wooten as the new principal of East Arcadia Elementary School effective July 1. Wooten obtained her master’s…
Bladen County Commissioner, Arthur A. Bullock announced a ceremony to help kick off a new program in the area to feed and educate local children.…
Dr. James A. Anderson, Chancellor of Fayetteville State University (FSU), and Dr. Amanda K. Lee, President of Bladen Community College, recently signed an agreement that…
Superintendent’s List (Having a 96 or above in all classes) 5th Grade: Carlee Atkinson, Cabria Baldwin, Dashon Campbell, Christopher Cromartie, Dajur Davis, Keyshawn Kemp …
July 2019 Bladen Community College Small Business Center Seminars Bladen Community College, Dublin, NC The Small Business Center (SBC) of Bladen Community College is excited…
Contributed The Elizabethtown Kiwanis Club met Thursday night at Cindy’s Restaurant in Elizabethtown. The club hosted four scholarship winners from Bladen County High Schools along…
The East Bladen High School commencement exercises for the graduating class of 2019 was held Friday, June 14, at 6 p.m. in the school’s gymnasium.…
Contributed Emereau:Bladen, a local public charter school in Elizabethtown celebrated the end the second year with 3 awards ceremonies at Bladen Community College. Eumreau (You-mah-Ray)…
DUBLIN – Bladen Community College has announced the 2019 spring semester honor students. Full-time students who demonstrate academic achievement are recognized in two ways. Students…
Superintendent’s List – Grades of 96 and above in all Classes 7th Grade: Violet Allen, Samuel Hernandez Velasquez, Kiera Lynnette Lewis “A” Honor Roll…
By Bethany Stephens The Board of Education met Monday for their monthly session where they recognized Marjorie Graham of East Arcadia School and Debra Manegre…
Bladenboro Primary School announces 4th Nine Weeks Honor Roll for the 2018-19 School Year. 3rd Grade Superintendent’s List Andrew Wren 3rd Grade “A” Honor Roll…
By Charlotte Smith The Youth Food Justice Summit 2.0 organized by Youth Ambassadors Program, a project of Men and Women United for Youth and Families…
North Carolina State Superintendent Mark Johnson announced Thursday that the agency has contracted with Sandy Hook Promise to provide a statewide Say Something Anonymous Reporting…
West Bladen High School announced marshals for its 2019 graduating class. The marshals are the top 15 ranked students academically in the junior class. Marshals…
RALEIGH – In a round table discussion with Gov. Roy Cooper and Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy Cohen, early childhood professionals from across North…
The Board of Education recently met for their May meeting where they recognized several winners of grants from the Bladen County Educational Foundation. The $150…
U.S. News & World Report Lists UNCW Among Top Universities Nationwide Wilmington, N.C. (May 20, 2019) – The University of North Carolina Wilmington’s first-year experience…
DUBLIN – Two hundred and thirty candidates for graduation moved their tassels from right to left as Bladen Community College awarded degrees, diplomas, and certificates…
The summer wave of nutrition is coming to five Bladen County schools this summer. Free summer meals will be offered by Bladen County School’s School…
Thirteen Columbus Charter School (CCS) alumni were inducted into The Columbus Career and College Academy Chapter of the National Honor Society on April 23, 2019.…
Contributed Bladen County businesses and parents helped celebrate Teacher’s Appreciation Week last week. Emereau: Bladen, a local public charter school, celebrated their teachers with many…
Contributed Last week Doris B. Brisson with Bladenboro Primary School announced the Terrific Kids. Pictured with Bladenboro Primary School principal Deborah Guyton, Alfonso Flores Ramos,…
The NC Association of Soil & Water Conservation Districts’ State Speech Contest was held Friday, May 10, 2019, in the Bill G. Ross Environmental conference…
Bladen Community College has many opportunities for your camper to learn, express, create, and build on their already growing personalities. Why not use the summer…
By Charlotte Smith West Bladen High School showcased their school spirit on Monday, May 6 for fellow classmate, Alyssa Bell. The band played, the cheerleaders…
Contributed DUBLIN – Bladen Community College convened an Arbor Day Celebration with a special program held recently on its campus. The Arbor Day Celebration not…
Contributed Emereau: Bladen is pleased to announce that Mrs. Elizabeth Cole has been hired as the new Executive Director effective June 15, 2019. Mrs. Cole…
Contributed Administrative professionals from various organizations and businesses in the community were honored on April 24th with an Administrative Professionals Day Luncheon hosted by Bladen…
Contributed Elizabethtown Primary School invites our students to our STEAM Family Night. Activities will involve Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math! Your budding scientist can…
Contributed Rescheduled meeting information as announced at 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 29 The Bladen County Board of Education will meet in a specially called session…
State Superintendent Mark Johnson announced today the launch of a publicly accessible website, www.schoolfinance.nc.gov, to provide better financial transparency for North Carolina’s public schools. Developed…
The State Board of Education will meet Tuesday and Wednesday, April 30 – May 1, for its bi-annual planning and work session. The board will convene Tuesday at noon and meet…
State Superintendent Mark Johnson announced today that the state is the recipient of a $2 million federal grant to aid continued recovery efforts from hurricanes…
Charter Schools Advisory Board Highlights The North Carolina Charter School Advisory Board met April 8th at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Curriculum flexibility,…
Over 400 N.C. Students to Compete for Awards and Scholarships at State Natural Resources Competition
Over 400 N.C. Students to Compete for Awards and Scholarships at State Natural Resources Competition
RALEIGH, N.C. — Hundreds of North Carolina’s brightest middle and high school students will be competing at the 2019 North Carolina Envirothon at Cedarock Park…
West Bladen High School has released the honor rolls for the third quarter. SUPERINTENDENT’S LIST – Grades of 96-100 in all West Bladen High…
Contributed The BCC Foundation encourages participation in its Bladen Community College Faculty/Staff Mini-Grant program. A new BCC Foundation program, eligible activities are creative, innovative, and…
Bladenboro Primary School announces the honor roll for the third nine weeks grading period. 3rd Grade Superintendent’s List Andrew Wren 3rd Grade “A” Honor Roll…
Eight students were announced as winners of the 24th annual Illustrate Your Favorite Caldecott Book contest at Harrells Christian Academy. Each year, the HCA Media…
Contributed Dublin Primary School conducted their 3rd 9 weeks Terrific Kids award ceremony of the 2018 – 2019 school year, Thursday, April 11, at 10 a.m.…
The Bladenboro Middle School has released their honor rolls for the third quarter grading period. 5th Grade Superintendent’s List: (96 +) Omarion Brown, Jonah…
DUBLIN – Important information about Bladen Community College graduation plans was released to students this week. Due to the large number of graduates this year,…
Contributed Miss Olivia Sholar and Mr. Weslier Velaquez, of West Bladen High School, were among twenty area high school juniors who attended the twelfth annual…
Tar Heel Middle School has released the honor rolls for the third nine weeks grading period. Superintendent’s List – Grades of 96 and above in…
Contributed Congratulations to the Bladenboro Middle School Battle of the Books Team for receiving third place in the Sandhills Regional Battle of the Books competition!…
Contributed Congressman David Rouser hosted the 7th Congressional District Youth Leadership and Entrepreneurial Conference on Monday, April 8th, at Cape Fear Community College in Wilmington,…
Contributed The West Bladen FCCLA chapter attended the North Carolina FCCLA conference in Greensboro April 1st through April 3rd. Students who received medals were: Tara…
Contributed The Bladenboro Middle School 7th and 8th grade band presented its Spring Concert Tuesday night under the direction of Miss Kristen Parker. Share:
Contributed Bladen Community College students recently traveled to Selma, Alabama, to attend the North Carolina Chapter on Black American Affairs 15th Annual Student Leadership Conference. …
Over 30 individuals recently participated in a new and unique training program at Bladen Community College called “Working Smart: Soft Skills for Workplace Success”. The…
Burgaw, N.C. – Four County EMC is once again partnering with local educators to bring learning to life through the Bright Ideas education grant program.…
The North Carolina Community Foundation is pleased to announce the NCCF Disaster Relief & Resilience Scholarship for students in the Bladen County area. This scholarship opportunity…
At Emereau we make learning interesting and interactive! Mrs. Davis and Ms. Dockery’s third grade class enjoyed a Book Tasting while learning about main characters,…
Contributed It’s T-shirt weather! Spring is here! Students in the Early College High School program on the campus of Bladen Community College recently presented college…
The Bladen Community College Small Business Center is offering seminars and webinars this week. Johnny Wilson is back again to present “Build a Church/Non-Profit Around…
State Superintendent Mark Johnson announced Friday the appointment of David Stegall as the new deputy superintendent of innovation at the Department of Public Instruction. Stegall,…
Boost the Boro, Inc. announced today that the organization will again be making two scholarship awards in 2019. Selections will be made in May and…
Joseph Bathanti, former Poet Laureate of North Carolina (2012-14) and recipient of the 2016 North Carolina Award for Literature, will be speaking on Tuesday, March…
Charter Day School Kindergarten students proudly show off their “I Can Read” certificates. Kindergarten students received the certificates and their own book as part of…
Contributed Congratulations to Elizabethtown Primary School for their first place win in the Elementary Battle of the Books competition. Team members are Janice Alvarez-Nunez, Emily…
The Bladen County Board of Education announced a special session on Tuesday, March 19, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to…
March 14-16 marks the 6-month anniversary of Hurricane Florence in North Carolina, and State Superintendent Mark Johnson is using the half-year mark to remind all…
Cliff Tyndall, a Wilmington resident who teaches at Bladen Community College, has a new book out called “Camp Davis: a 21 Century History & Guidebook”.…
Prospective students, their families, and the residents of southeastern North Carolina will have the opportunity to discover the exciting array of educational opportunities and resources…
Wilmington, N.C. – The University of North Carolina Wilmington’s master’s degree programs in nursing and public administration each moved up 12 places on the U.S.…
Columbus Charter School Kindergarten students will celebrate learning to read on Friday, March 15, 2019 at 9:45 AM with an awards ceremony. Students will receive…
By Bethany Stephens The Board of Education met on Monday night for their monthly session where after recognizing Vinston Rozier, Board Member, for his time…
WARSAW, N.C., March 08, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Smithfield Foods, Inc.announced a $42,172 contribution to 34 primary and secondary schools in 21 counties across Eastern North…
Contributed Charter Day School students Ava Bazonski and Stephanie Guto show off their gold medals awarded for finishing first in the Science Olympiad JV “Battery…
Reidsville, NC- Jen Mangrum announced today that she will seek the office of North Carolina Superintendent of Public Instruction. She is currently an Associate Professor…
Contributed Bladen Community College wrapped up the week before spring break by hosting a special presentation from WECT Channel 6 Chief Meteorologist, Gannon Medwick. Students…
State Superintendent Mark Johnson joins Gov. Roy Cooper and North Carolina’s business community in recognizing March as Students@Work℠ Month. This statewide career-awareness effort offers students…
Bladen County Smart Start is now registering students for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. When you sign your child up, they will receive one free…
Bladenboro Primary Schools has announced the Terrific Kids winners and the Terrific Kids certificate winner for the month of February. Pictured with Bladenboro Primary…
Contributed The East Bladen High School’s Key Club has made it their mission to help hurricane victims in Bladen County by providing service work. The…
West Bladen High School has released their honor roll for the second quarter of the first semester. “Superintendent’s List” – Any student with a grade…
The North Carolina Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts sponsors poster, essay, public speaking, computer generated slide show, and computer generated poster contests at…