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October 16-20, 2023

A summary of events, activities and accolades occurring in

Cumberland County Schools (CCS)

11 High School Bands Set to 'Take the Field'

CCS is inviting everyone to attend its Marching Band Showcase 2023! The CCS Arts Education-sponsored event takes place Tuesday, October 17 at 5:15 p.m. on the football field at Terry Sanford High School. Throughout the evening, the Media can expect to see 11 of the district's high school marching bands and the Marching Bronco Express from Fayetteville State University boldly 'take the field' to perform. 

The below photos were captured during the Marching Band Showcase 2022.

Jack Britt High School to Host Oct.16 Committed CommUNITY Chat
w/Dr. Connelly

The families of CCS students and the public at-large are encouraged to join Dr. Connelly during his next Committed CommUNITY Chat on Monday, October 16 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the auditorium at Jack Britt High School. The Superintendent wants to engage with the Chat attendees in open dialogue about the future of the district.
The next stop on 'his tour' is in the Douglas Byrd Attendance Area at William H. Owen Elementary School on Monday, October 30 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Visit the 
CCS Website to see the full schedule with upcoming Chat locations.

Slated Topics at Parent Advisory Meeting: Special Olympics, Buddy Sports  
CCS' Exceptional Children's (EC) October Parent Advisory Council meeting will take place on Monday, October 16 from 5:00-6:30 p.m. in the Central Services' Board Room. Information about the Special Olympics and Buddy Sports will be shared with the families of the district's EC students.

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Happenings Across CCS

About 20 CCS students recently had the opportunity to visit the International Space Station in Florida as a part of the STARward STEM program! STARward STEM is designed to ignite student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) through transdisciplinary project-based learning in the classroom, and STEM enrichment activities with industry experts beyond the classroom. Learn more about STARward STEM: https://www.ccs.k12.nc.us/starwardstem.

CCS Superintendent Dr. Marvin Connelly, Jr. recently spoke at the Military Child Task Force Meeting held at E.E. Smith High School. Other speakers included MG Rodney Anderson (Retired), who is the chairman of the North Carolina Military Commission, and Zakira Rich, one of the district's Military Family and Youth Liaisons. The Military Child Task Force was established to shine light on the fact that students' needs do extend beyond the scope of the school system.

Congratulations to the Massey Hill Classical High School Speech and Debate Team and their coach, Santevia Reaves, on recently winning 'big' during a tournament at North Mecklenburg High School in Charlotte. Several members won individual competition awards but, the Team was named the Small School Sweepstakes winner. Way to go, Team!

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