Education: Bill Fletcher December Newsletter
Wake County, NC – Thoughts for December 2016 from Bill Fletcher, Member of the Wake County Board of Education. Read more
Athens Drive Breaks Marching Band Record for Most Wins
Cary, NC – At high school football games, sometimes the two marching bands can be more competitive than the teams on the field. And Athens Drive Magnet High School has shown it can be very competitive, with its marching band setting a record for most wins in one season. Read more
Cary Academy Celebrates 20 Years
Cary, NC – With 20 years of history now to its name, Cary Academy is looking back on its time in the community while also planning for the future with their vision for education.
Cary Opens School to Teach Coding
Cary, NC – As technology becomes a greater part of our lives, more people are learning coding and at younger ages. A new school is opening in Cary to teach coding, programming and other technology courses to prepare students for the future. Read more
Local Schools Participate in Walk to School Day
Cary, NC – Several local elementary schools participated in the yearly Walk to School event to build cohesiveness and promote physical activity. Read more
Education: Bill Fletcher October Newsletter
Wake County, NC – Thoughts for September 2016 from Bill Fletcher, Member of the Wake County Board of Education. Read more
Area Schools Donate More than 14,000 Books
Cary, NC – One of the most important things we learn as children is how to read. But with limited access to books, not all kids get that opportunity. But the Goddard Schools in the Raleigh area, including Cary’s, worked to gather thousands of books to give to children without access. Read more
Children with Autism, ADHD Have New Athletic Outlet
Cary, NC – Sports are a common way for children to learn to interact and exercise but for kids with autism and ADHD, it can be difficult to find an accommodating team. That’s why Oak City Soccer started up in the Cary-Raleigh area to give these children a way to play. Read more
Green Hope’s Fall Festival Brings Teams and Club Together
Cary, NC – Green Hope High School is one of the top schools when it comes to athletics and arts but not all students get to interact with one another and learn about the others’ skills. With the school’s first annual Fall Festival, different student groups will show their hard work and see what one another can do. Read more
Transit and Education Top Issues at “State of Morrisville” Meeting
Morrisville, NC – As Morrisville and Wake County grow, new successes produce their own problems and the yearly “State of Morrisville” meeting addressed both sides of the town’s growth, focusing on how a booming population means a greater need for schools and public transportation.