PITT COUNTY SCHOOLS

#FacesofPCS Meet Mr. Reed Potts, our dedicated Coordinator of the Health Sciences Academy. With nearly 20 years of experience in education, Reed's journey has taken him from roles as a Health and PE Teacher and Assistant Principal to his favorite and current position. His passion for helping others and guiding students to success has been a driving force throughout his career. Reed finds immense personal fulfillment in assisting students as they discover their passions and interests, particularly in Health and Medical careers. His commitment to ensuring that all PCS students who meet the HSA admission criteria have the opportunity to join the program speaks volumes about his dedication. As the Health Sciences Academy Coordinator, Reed thrives in an environment surrounded by a talented and passionate staff. "My favorite thing about being the HSA Coordinator is that I get to work with such a wonderful and talented staff; they are absolutely amazing, and we all love what we do." The creative aspect of his role allows him to provide numerous career exploratory opportunities, constantly working on new career exposure events for students. Born and raised in Washington, N.C., Reed's educational journey includes a B.A. in History and Communications (1995) and a B.S. in Physical Education/Health Licensure (2005), both from East Carolina University. Reed also holds a Master of School Administration (2011) 🎓 Outside of work, Reed enjoys spending his free time boating, working out, attending concerts, reading, and traveling. His diverse interests reflect his dynamic personality and zest for life. Reed has many talents and even helps the PCS Communications team with the production of #pcsconnect podcast episodes 🎙 Thank you for your invaluable contributions to our district and students, Mr. Potts! #healthscience #educationmatters #healthcarecareer

🎈 I Made a Balloon Arch, Here’s Why You Should Care… 🎈 Since 2019, PITT COUNTY SCHOOLS have used Reading Horizons Discovery as their explicit phonics program for K-3. We recently celebrated the accomplishments of over 200 students in the presence of their families, teachers, and school communities. 🔹 According to district leaders, Reading Horizons Discovery has been transformative, deepening teacher knowledge, enhancing literacy instruction, and aligning with NC’s Excellent Public Schools Act. 🔹 Our celebration brought together teachers, families, and RH staff, highlighting the power of collaboration. Join me in celebrating the achievements of Pitt County students, teachers, and district leaders! (Special shoutout to Drew Frandsen, Jen Lignell, Ashton Venters, NBCT, M.Ed, MSA, and Lisa Tate who were instrumental to the outstanding success of this event!) #ReadingHorizons #PittCountySchools #Literacy #NCEd

Pitt County School Nutrition Services school nutrition managers had a unique opportunity to participate in the regional #NCK12CulinaryInstitute workshop this summer 🍊 The institute was developed by the N.C. Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) Office of School Nutrition in cooperation with a team of registered dietitians and chefs to increase the availability of fresh, appealing, nutritious meals at school. The institute workshops for school nutrition managers are three days and include interactive classroom and in-kitchen instruction. Planned instructional segments cover topics such as knife skills, weighing and measuring accurately, preparing foods for just-in-time service, work simplification and scheduling, effective use of equipment, and quality food preparation and service for a variety of meats, grains, fruits, vegetables and condiments 🍽 North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

What an awesome experience to see one of our very own PITT COUNTY SCHOOLS students Jordyn H. represent at AVID Center Summer Institute in Orlando!

The Greenville-Pitt County Chamber of Commerce's Board of Directors recognized Pitt Community College President, Dr. Lawrence Rouse, and PITT COUNTY SCHOOLS Superintendent, Dr. Ethan Lenker, for their years of dedicated service to our board. Their commitment and contributions have made a lasting impact. May your retirement be filled with happiness and good health.

Pitt County Schools would like to congratulate Dr. Lawrence Rouse, President of Pitt Community College, on his well-deserved retirement. Dr. Rouse has been an incredible partner and friend to our district, fostering a strong and enduring collaboration between Pitt Community College and Pitt County Schools. Over the years, our partnership has flourished, providing countless opportunities for our students through innovative programs and initiatives. Dr. Rouse's leadership and dedication have been instrumental in creating pathways for success for so many young minds in our community. The shared vision of Dr. Rouse and PCS Superintendent Dr. Ethan Lenker and their commitment to education have significantly enriched the lives of our students and strengthened the bond between our institutions. As we celebrate this special moment, we reflect on the incredible impact Dr. Rouse has had on education in Pitt County. We wish Dr. Rouse all the best in his retirement and thank him for his unwavering support and partnership. Congratulations, Dr. Rouse! Sincerely, Pitt County Schools. Lawrence L. Rouse

Pitt County Schools has promoted Cory Rankin to the role of director of technology according to an announcement from Superintendent Dr. Ethan Lenker on Monday. MORE: bit.ly/3xxhQUU

We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the members of our Board of Education for their unwavering dedication and remarkable service to our school district. Their efforts in fostering a supportive and thriving learning environment significantly impact our community. Thank you for your hard work, passion for education, and steadfast support of our students, teachers, and staff.

PCS Appoints English as Interim Executive Director of Student Services. MORE: http://bit.ly/3z9qM3d

Highlights from our Annual Custodial Recognition Luncheon! 🏆 Congratulations to all the winners! A big thank you to all PCS custodians who keep our schools clean and well-maintained. We also want to thank all the principals and administration who came to support their teams and celebrate their accomplishments!