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17 May 2019

Mikayla Holden chose to hone her debate skills and get a glimpse at how state government works by attending the North Carolina Youth Legislative Assembly (YLA). The event happened to fall on prom weekend in April for the Patton High School senior. But the future political science major hopeful who plans to attend UNC-Chapel Hill in the fall thought the mock legislative session would be more beneficial to her future.

BCPS Promotions

17 May 2019

Burke County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Larry Putnam announced promotions within the school district and said he is excited about the changes these promotions will bring for the future of the school system.

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BOE Recognition: Jessica Thompson, Robin Smith and Lori Henry

15 May 2019

On the morning of Feb. 13, 2019, a prek teacher and a nurse at different elementary schools were reviewing the carbohydrate content of the day’s lunch menu. Both ladies are trained in diabetic care management and in helping students with calculating how much insulin should be given to help balance blood sugar levels.

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Vision Statement: BCPS, a world-class model of exemplary education, inspires students to be life-long learners who can compete successfully on the global stage and contribute to their community as productive citizens.

Mission Statement: The mission of Burke County Public Schools is to educate diverse learners, nurture their potentials, and empower them to be competitive, successful, and productive citizens.

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