Submitted by Mr. Jean Domond
Martin Luther King Day is observed on Monday January 15. It commemorates the life and work of Dr. King, who was a Baptist minister and prominent leader in the American civil rights movement. King promoted the use of nonviolent means to bring an end to racial segregation in the United States. In 1964 he was awarded the Nobel Prize for Peace for his efforts. He was assassinated in 1968.
The holiday is typically observed with events such as marches and rallies and speeches by politicians and civil rights leaders.
La Journée Nationale du Docteur Martin Luther King sera célébrée lundi 15 Janvier . Cette journee commémore la vie et l'œuvre du Dr King, pasteur baptiste et leader éminent du mouvement américain des droits civiques. King a encouragé le recours à des moyens non violents pour mettre fin à la ségrégation raciale aux États-Unis. En 1964, il reçut le prix Nobel de la paix pour ses efforts. Il fut assassiné en 1968.
La fête est généralement célébrée par des événements tels que des marches, des rassemblements et des discours de politiciens et de leaders des droits civiques.
Jounen Martin Luther King ap obsève lendi ki ap 15 Janvye. Jounen sa Li komemore lavi ak travay Doktè King, ki te yon minis Batis ak lidè enpòtan nan mouvman dwa sivil Ameriken an. King te ankouraje itilizasyon mwayen san vyolans pou mete fen nan segregasyon rasyal Ozetazini. An 1964, yo te bay li Pri Nobèl pou Lapè pou efò li yo. Li te asasinen an 1968.
Jou fèt sa tout moun an jeneral obsèvel ak evènman tankou mach ak rasanbleman ak diskou pa politisyen ak lidè dwa sivil yo.
In December, a group of 4th graders helped to collect food for those in need and donated it to a local food pantry.
The representatives from The GWC ( Goldsboro Worship Center) Food Pantry came to say thank you to our kiddos for their generous donation.
In the words of Martin Luther King Jr., “The time is always right to do the right thing.”
Way to go Carver!!
Thank you Carver students for your generous donation to the food pantry.
Reminder: Wednesday, December 20, is an early release day for all WCPS students. All schools will dismiss two hours earlier than usual. Have a safe and happy Holiday break!
Carver Cares this Christmas
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Carver 4th grade students collected non perishable items for a local food pantry this year. The students had read a book entitled , “Holidays Around the World.” In the text they learned that many Winter Holidays help the “less fortunate “. This inspired the students to do something those in need .
For the both of December students brought in can foods, oatmeal, cereal and other non perishable foods. Mrs. Karla Smith, the principal, heard about the students’ efforts and brought in items to show her support too.
The items collected will be used to restock a local food pantry in Wayne County.
Reminder: Wednesday, November 29, will be an early release day for most Traditional Calendar schools, Carver Heights Elementary, & Goldsboro High. WEMCHS, WSTA, & WSE will dismiss at their regular time. All other schools will dismiss 2-hours early. Please contact your child’s school if you need more information.
Reminder: No school for students November 22-24. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving break!
Carver celebrates Veterans Day by wearing Camo and sending cards to Vets.
Bright Idea Winners!
Tri-County EMC presented over $98,000 in Bright Ideas Classroom Grants to 117 deserving educators representing 27 local schools in Wayne, Lenoir and Duplin counties. Over 20,000 students will benefit from the funding of these innovative and hands-on projects!
Four Carver Teachers won a BrighGrant through Tri County Electric to enhance student learning.
Third Grade Teacher, Mrs. Atwood- Monitoring A Monarch’s Metamorphosis”
Title One Teacher, Mrs. Casey -”STEAM Pioneers”
Third Grade Teacher, Mrs. G -”Data Digging for Success”
Fourth Grade Teacher, Mrs. Justice-”Refill my Cup”
Congratulations to the 2023 Bright Ideas Grant Award Winners!
We are SHOUTING CONGRATULATIONS to Mrs. Kelly Herring and Miss Courtney Butler! These two Second Grade teachers thought outside the box and won grant that our entire school will get to enjoy!
A message from Ms.Kelly Herring about the grant:
Mrs. Smith encouraged us to think of ideas for grants this year. Mrs. Courtney Butler and I have been so blessed within our classrooms, we wanted to do something for Carver as a whole!! After brainstorming ideas, we decided that Carver Elementary could use a safe place, where teachers could think outside the box, and get students outdoors. Studies so that sunshine and fresh air help relieve stress and open the mind. Carver Elementary does not have any outdoor spaces currently. We are super excited to announce we will be breaking ground on a year round garden and outdoor classroom space. This space will be used by students, staff, teachers, community members, and tutors. Courtney and I hope the space would be used for groups activities, projects, lessons, presentations, and many other purposes. The garden will have flowers, vegetables, herbs, annuals, and perennials. Teachers will have the opportunity to select a space in the gardens and grow a “classroom plant” of their own. We will have a watering and weeding chart and get as many staff, students, and teachers outdoors enjoying one another and learning!
Below are some inspirational pictures of gardens and outdoor learning classrooms. They will be the guide for our space at Carver.
CARVER ELEMENTARY EXCEEDS GROWTH!!!
Mrs. Smith was recognized yesterday by the board of education on November 6, 2023 under the Academic Growth and Recognition portion of the meeting.
Based on the NC Accounytability results, Carver Elementary was one of 18 school in Wayne county to meet or exceed growth of the 22-23 school year.
Carver Elementary EXCEEDED Growth, meaning we EXCEEDED the expected school year’s worth of growth in A SINGLE YEARS WORTH OF TIME!!!!
We also placed in the top 20% in the state for academic growth last year.
This is truly something to ROAR about!!!
Way to go Carver Elementary Students, Staff, and Families!!!!
Check out the Carver STEAM Pioneers at the STEAM Festival at the Maxwell Center.
Carver Remembers 🇺🇸
Carver students and staff honor 9/11.
Are you interested in becoming a school volunteer for the 2023-2024 school year? Apply today! Your involvement and volunteer support can have a direct impact on the learning experiences and opportunities for our students. https://www.waynecountyschools.org/o/wcps/page/become-a-volunteer
School is approaching quickly, and I wanted to let everyone know of an opportunity to obtain any missing vaccinations for your child. Lenoir County Health Department is offering walk-in vaccination hours on the days listed below.
As you are aware, many vaccinations must be up to date within the first 30 days of school to avoid being excluded from school per the North Carolina law. Please do not wait until the last minute because many places become quickly booked. If you are wondering if your child is missing anything, please reach out to me. I will look at the record and let you know for sure.
Once we return to school, I will begin sending out the 30 day notices so that we may remain in compliance. We want to have a healthy and happy school year. Let me know if you have any questions!
Thanks, Kari Yarrow, RN, BSN School Nurse
Check out our 23-24 Supply Lists on our Parent page.
Here is the link.
https://www.waynecountyschools.org/o/carverelementary/page/parents
Reminder: The 2023-24 school year is quickly approaching! All volunteers must complete a volunteer application and background check to volunteer for Wayne County Public Schools. Attached is the website to visit for the application. Complete in a timely matter and ensure you receive your volunteer card in the mail!
https://www.waynecountyschools.org/page/become-a-volunteer
Congratulations to all of the 2023 Southern Wayne High School graduates! We wish you the very best as you continue on to college, the military, and/or the workforce!
Congratulations to Thurman Bunn for being named the WCPS 2022-2023 School Bus Driver of the Year!
Congratulations to Kelly Core for receiving the WCPS 2022-2023 Technician Performance Award!