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News/Events
Adult Spelling Bee (Nov. 10, 2009)
Links of Interest
UNDERSTANDING OUR SCHOOL BUDGET
Related Sites Wilson County Schools www.wilson.k12.nc.us North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (DPI)
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Programs Current Programs and Initiatives High School Academic Excellence Celebration – All high school students who have achieved a 4.0 G.P.A. and their parents are honored annually at a program featuring a national keynote speaker. Each student receives an award. In 1999, specially created “Academic Champions” displays were presented to each school for the permanent recognition of senior honorees each year. Middle School Academic Excellence Picnic – Middle school students who have earned no more than 5 B's are recognized at an annual picnic/cook-out held. Each student receives a certificate of academic achievement. National Technical Honor Society –WEP helped launch the Wilson County National Technical Honor Society by hosting a reception for the student honorees at the charter induction ceremony. Work Force Development Initiatives – WEP participates as a member of the Wilson County Work Force Development Task Force, a network of agencies and companies that collaborate to promote and implement new ideas that will increase the high school graduation rate, improve soft and technical skills of the local workforce and provide on-going training necessary to compete in the global market. WEP was instrumental in planning and coordinating the first CTE Day at Wilson Mall for 950 8th grade students. Principal & Teacher of the Year – WEP presents cash awards to the winners. All nominees are recognized at a banquet co-sponsored by WEP and the school system. New Teacher Orientation – At the beginning of each school year, WEP assists in welcoming new employees to Wilson by sponsoring a Community Fair to introduce teachers to local organizations that offer classroom support. Classroom Support – WEP serves as a catalyst and conduit for private foundations, corporate foundations and civic groups to contribute designated funds that support curriculum and equipment needs in schools. Business Education Summit – WEP convenes business and school leaders to discuss common issues and learn from each other with an agenda of improving and enhancing education in Wilson County. The most recent Summit conversations focused on high school reform and preparing future ready students. Character Education – In support of the school system's “Learn Character the Rightway” program, WEP is partnering to reinforce positive character development in the community. Advocacy – WEP serves as an advocate for the school system with elected officials and community leaders. Previous accomplishments include support for technology in schools, support for school bonds, increased local supplement funding, and support for local budget requests. Past Programs Some of the projects supported by WEP since 1990 include:
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