February 23rd is a teacher workday for all schools except CCCA. There will be no school for students.
🎤African American History Trivia at HAES!🎤
Today’s trivia question was about the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, and her incredible impact on music and history.
🎉 Congratulations to our winner — Greyson Mabe, 3rd grade! 🎉
Way to go, Greyson! We are so proud of you for showing your knowledge and Panther pride!
Thank you to all of our Panthers who continue to participate and learn more about the influential leaders, artists, and trailblazers who have shaped our world.
🐾 We Are the Panthers! 🐾
#HAESPride #PantherPride #AfricanAmericanHistory #TriviaTime #MusicLegends
🏅❄️ HAES Panthers Go for the Gold! ❄️🏅
Over the past few weeks, Coach Padgett has been bringing the excitement of the Winter Olympics to life in PE at Hallsboro-Artesia Elementary!
Our Panthers have been participating in Olympic-style events that focus on teamwork, endurance, coordination, and sportsmanship. From fun relays to skill-based challenges, students have been giving their best effort and cheering one another on every step of the way! 🥇
We are so proud of how our Panthers demonstrated determination, positive attitudes, and the true spirit of friendly competition. Way to represent, HAES! 🖤♥️
#HAESPanthers #WinterOlympics #ThePantherWay #Teamwork #GoingForGold
Nakina Middlle School welcomes Mr. John Gore to the Mustang family.
Nakina Middle School honors Officer Jason Pait for his dedication and service to the Mustang family.
Bus Driver Appreciation Week at TCS!💜
At TCS, Ms. Williamson’s 5th grade students worked hard in ELA this week during a gallery walk activity. Students were given a topic and asked to create a sentence using one of the five listed text structures. They then rotated around the room and provided feedback on their classmates’ sentences.
Congratulations to these talented students for being chosen to represent Columbus County Schools at the Cameron Art Museum in Wilmington, NC, as part of the Rising Stars Student Art Exhibition. The exhibition will be on display from February 7, 2026 through March 1, 2026, showcasing their creativity, skill, and artistic voice. We are proud of their hard work and honored to see their artwork featured in such a prestigious setting!
Rising Stars Student Art Exhibition
Cameron Art Museum, Wilmington, NC
Columbus County Schools
Zayda Eddie
Wild Starter
10th, West Columbus High School
Lia Specht
In Awe
11th, West Columbus High School
Ivan Osorio-Abonza
Corn from Home
10th, West Columbus High School
Samantha Strickland
Maggie Valley Mountains
10th, West Columbus High School
Kaitlynn Garden
I Flollop for You
11th, South Columbus High School
Isabella Applewhite
Breeze
10th, East Columbus High School
Alan Rodriguez Arce
Opposites Attract
11th, South Columbus High School
Greidys Avelino
Sunset Mountain
11th, South Columbus High School
Rising Stars Student Art Exhibition
Cameron Art Museum, Wilmington, NC
Columbus County Schools
Zayda Eddie
Wild Starter
10th, West Columbus High School
Lia Specht
In Awe
11th, West Columbus High School
Ivan Osorio-Abonza
Corn from Home
10th, West Columbus High School
Samantha Strickland
Maggie Valley Mountains
10th, West Columbus High School
Kaitlynn Garden
I Flollop for You
11th, South Columbus High School
Isabella Applewhite
Breeze
10th, East Columbus High School
Alan Rodriguez Arce
Opposites Attract
11th, South Columbus High School
Greidys Avelino
Sunset Mountain
11th, South Columbus High School
Congratulations to our county Poetry Out Loud winners — Isabella Applewhite and Mckenna Ware-Rudnik of East Columbus Jr./Sr. High School, and AJ McGhee of Columbus Career and College Academy! Their teachers are Sloan Deans and Kevin Toman.
We are incredibly proud of their powerful performances and dedication to the art of recitation. They will represent our county at the state competition next — best of luck as you take the stage!
We are incredibly proud of their powerful performances and dedication to the art of recitation. They will represent our county at the state competition next — best of luck as you take the stage!
During the recent Board of Education meeting, members recognized SRO Supervisor Pam Bryan for her dedicated service in helping keep our schools safe. The Board expressed its appreciation for her leadership, commitment, and ongoing efforts to ensure a secure and supportive environment for students, staff, and families across the district.
During a recent Board of Education meeting, members proudly recognized several outstanding educators for their recent honors and nominations. Latarsia Pearsey was acknowledged as a nominee for the Outstanding EC Teacher SPEDDY Award, and Pia Vereen was recognized as a nominee for the Outstanding General Education Teacher SPEDDY Award. Wendy Strickland was celebrated as the recipient of the SPEDDY Award for Outstanding General Education Teacher, while Ms. Everlene Davis was honored with the prestigious SPEDDY Lifetime Achievement Award. In addition, Melissa Jones was recognized for receiving the Educator of Excellence Award at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction’s EC Conference in November. The Board expressed its appreciation for their dedication, professionalism, and meaningful impact on students across the district.
During a recent board meeting, the following recognitions were made:
North Carolina School Board Association Poster Contest:
Honorable Mentions:
Phillip Aycock, Fifth Grade, Acme-Delco Elementary School
Grayson Mabe, Third Grade, Hallsboro-Artesia Elementary School
Zain Torres,, Second Grade, Old Dock Elementary School
North Carolina School Board Association Video $3000.00 Winner: Columbus Career and College Academy: Sera Powers, Teacher- Ms. Connie Faulk.
2025-2026 Columbus County Schools Annual Christmas Card Winner: Andrea Powell, TCS.
North Carolina School Board Association Poster Contest:
Honorable Mentions:
Phillip Aycock, Fifth Grade, Acme-Delco Elementary School
Grayson Mabe, Third Grade, Hallsboro-Artesia Elementary School
Zain Torres,, Second Grade, Old Dock Elementary School
North Carolina School Board Association Video $3000.00 Winner: Columbus Career and College Academy: Sera Powers, Teacher- Ms. Connie Faulk.
2025-2026 Columbus County Schools Annual Christmas Card Winner: Andrea Powell, TCS.
Liam Dyson of West Columbus School is recognized for his outstanding achievement in being selected to the 2025 North Carolina Elementary Honors Choir. We are proud of his dedication, talent, and representation of West Columbus! His teacher is Erika Kinlaw.
Weekly Announcements
This week is Bus Driver Appreciation Week! We are thankful for all our drivers. They are dependable, reliable, and care about the safety of our students.
Monday, Feb. 9th- Parent Conferences
Tuesday,Feb. 10th- Dance money and forms are due
Thursday- Valentine’s Day Dance 6 pm to 8 pm.
📸 100 Days Smarter + 80s Style at HAES 📸
We celebrated the 100th Day of School today by going full 80s throwback — and these looks did NOT disappoint! 😎🎶
With 80 days left in the school year, we’re feeling energized, proud, and ready to finish strong! 💪📚
Check out our totally rad students and staff rocking neon, denim, and big 80s vibes!
#100DaysSmarter #80DaysLeft #ThrowbackToThe80s #SchoolSpirit #TotallyRad
Monday, February 9, is Parent-Teacher Conference Day for all schools except CCCA. This is a great opportunity to meet with your child’s teacher and discuss how your child is doing in school.
There will be no school for students on this day so that we can focus on these important meetings.
Conferences will be held from 11:30 AM to 7:00 PM. You may choose a time that works best for you and meet in person, by phone, or online—whichever is most convenient.
During the conference, you will learn about your child’s strengths, areas for growth, and ways we can work together to support their success. To schedule your conference, please contact your child’s teacher directly.
Thank you for your continued support of your child’s learning!
There will be no school for students on this day so that we can focus on these important meetings.
Conferences will be held from 11:30 AM to 7:00 PM. You may choose a time that works best for you and meet in person, by phone, or online—whichever is most convenient.
During the conference, you will learn about your child’s strengths, areas for growth, and ways we can work together to support their success. To schedule your conference, please contact your child’s teacher directly.
Thank you for your continued support of your child’s learning!
Columbus County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, February 5th.
TCS Accelerated Readers buy prizes with points!
Congratulations to TCS’s Readers of the Week - Haylen R., Callie L., Alayah J., Lisa I., and Tristan G.
