Lenoir County Early College High School

We are proud to recognize Harrison Smith for being selected to participate in the Fleet Readiness Center East High School Summer Hire Program! This competitive opportunity provides students with hands-on experience supporting aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul while working alongside skilled aviation professionals.

Throughout the summer, Harrison will gain valuable real-world experience, develop technical skills, build professional connections, and explore potential career pathways in aviation maintenance and federal service. The program is designed for highly motivated students interested in skilled trades and engineering-related fields, making this an outstanding achievement.

🎉 Congratulations to Jonas Taylor on being selected for a summer internship with the Lenoir County Public Schools Department of Media and Technology!

After a competitive interview process with students from across the district, Jonas stood out as an excellent fit for the opportunity. In addition to impressing the interview team, community members and scouting leaders also shared glowing feedback about his character, leadership, and work ethic.

We are incredibly proud of Jonas and excited to see all he accomplishes this summer.

Dreams really do come true for Jenna Van. ✨

Just days ago, Jenna was preparing to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill through the highly respected Carolina Covenant program — an incredible achievement and opportunity on its own.

Then came even more exciting news.

Jenna was accepted to the prestigious Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. Not only was she admitted to one of the nation’s top universities, but she also received an outstanding financial aid package totaling $95,862, including an Opportunity Vanderbilt award of $86,167, making this dream a reality.

Faced with the choice between two amazing opportunities, Jenna ultimately chose Vanderbilt University, where she will attend in the fall as part of the College of Arts and Science.

“I’m excited to start this next chapter at Vanderbilt University in the College of Arts and Science. I’m incredibly thankful for the resources and support from the early college that helped me get here.”

We are incredibly proud of Jenna and cannot wait to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Anchor Down! ⚓️

We are incredibly proud of Cameron Whitfield for being selected to participate in North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics Summer Ventures this summer!

Cameron will study Bioprospecting for Novel Appalachian Microbes, a research-focused course exploring how microorganisms found in Appalachian environments may contribute to advances in chemistry, fermentation, and sustainable production processes.

Summer Ventures is a highly competitive program that gives 10th and 11th grade North Carolina students the opportunity to experience university-based research and college life while working alongside peers who share a passion for science and mathematics.

Congratulations, Cameron! Your hard work, curiosity, and dedication continue to make our school proud.

We are incredibly proud of our Spring 2026 NC Math 3 students! 🎉

Not only were 100% of our students proficient on the EOC, but they also grew an average of 20.5 percentile points above their state-predicted scores.

Their hard work, determination, and persistence truly paid off. ❤️🖤

Congratulations to Joanna and Faith! ❤️🖤🔥 We are proud to see your hard work and dedication highlighted as you prepare for future careers in nursing. Wishing you both continued success on your journey!

Local students prepare for nursing careers through Lenoir Community College pathway — Neuse News Four local students who recently graduated from high school are preparing to enter specialized hospital units after completing a nursing pathway through Lenoir Community College.

Congratulations to Halle Powell on receiving the 2026 Governor’s Volunteer Service Award! 🎉

This statewide award recognizes individuals who demonstrate outstanding dedication and commitment to serving their communities through volunteerism. We are proud to celebrate Halle and this well-deserved honor!

Please join us in congratulating 11th grader Lauren Powell on being elected as the North Carolina 4-H Southeast District Membership Engagement Officer! 🎉

In this leadership role, Lauren will represent Lenoir County as well as counties across the Southeast District of North Carolina 4-H. As Membership Engagement Officer, she will help encourage involvement in 4-H programs, welcome and connect members from across the district, support recruitment and outreach efforts, and promote leadership and service opportunities for students throughout the region.

Being elected to this position is a tremendous honor and reflects Lauren’s leadership, dedication, and commitment to serving others. We are incredibly proud of her and look forward to seeing the positive impact she will make while representing both Lenoir County and eastern North Carolina.

Congratulations, Lauren!

The night was full of good memories, love, and laughter. We are proud of the Class of 2026 and cannot wait to see what the future holds. We also wish them a joyous celebration tonight as many of them walk across the stage again to receive their associate degrees.

Graduation practice and dinner this afternoon was such a special time with the Class of 2026 as we prepare to send these remarkable young men and women into the world. We are so proud of all they have accomplished and cannot wait to celebrate them tomorrow night at graduation. 🎓🔥

For family and friends who are unable to attend in person, graduation will be livestreamed on both Facebook and Vimeo.

Join us as we celebrate the Lenoir County Early College High School Class of 2026!

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