KERNERSVILLE — North Carolina author and retired news anchor Cameron Kent kicked off the first day of school Aug. 24 at Bishop McGuinness with a school-wide assembly to discuss his book, “Road to Devotion,” which was a selection from the school’s annual summer reading program.
This year the theme of summer reading was entitled, “Home Grown,” reflecting the selection of 13 books by North Carolina authors. The entire school community individually chose one of the designated books to read and journal over the summer.
On Aug. 28 an entire day was scheduled for book group discussions, learning service and an assembly with North Carolina author James Dodson who shared his book, “Final Rounds.”
The Bishop community celebrated in the courtyard of the school with a catered barbecue lunch and a bluegrass band. Each book group built a little library as a service project. The little libraries will be placed in various locations around the community.
— Kimberly Knox
CHARLOTTE — Charlotte Catholic High School is proud to announce the 2017 winners of the Sister Paulette Williams Awards for Outstanding Service: Jean Adamian (Mathematics), Timothy Cook (Director of Bands), Maryangela Morgan (Counseling), Rose Shaia (English) and Dr. Lincoln Sigwald (English).
In 2016, the CCHS Foundation established the Sister Paulette Williams Awards to recognize members of the Charlotte Catholic faculty whose exceptional dedication, knowledge and commitment inspire students to learn. The awards are named in honor of Mercy Sister Paulette Williams, who played a key role in establishing the basis for Catholic education in Charlotte. She was a teacher at Charlotte Catholic for five years, assistant principal for two years, and principal for 20 years.
“Her leadership, dedication, guidance and vision built our school into what you recognize today – a community leader in academics, arts and athletics,” said Principal Kurt Telford.
“These faculty members deserve to be recognized for their outstanding service,” noted Sister Paulette, “and we are extremely pleased to do so.” She added, “We are a community of families, bound by faith, who stand by each other, look out for each other, and pray for each other. I am proud to be with all of you, to present these awards.”
Telford presented a $5,000 check to each of the winners, on behalf of the CCHS Foundation, during graduation ceremonies in June.
— Carolyn Kramer Tillman