Dear NCPS Families: At about 5:41 p.m. on January 8, 2025, Nash County Public Schools (NCPS) received the attached letter from the NC Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) about a recent, nationwide, cybersecurity incident involving PowerSchool data. PowerSchool was the statewide Student Information System (SIS) used in our district prior to the 2024-25 school year. On Friday, January 9, 2025, at 8:22 p.m., NCPS received an additional letter from NCDPI confirming that our district's data was accessed by an unauthorized party, and is part of the nationwide PowerSchool data breach. PowerSchool has shared that all data has been contained and destroyed. PowerSchool and NCDPI have stated that “there is nothing that NCDPI or any of our schools could have done to avoid this cybersecurity incident.” PowerSchool will conduct all necessary notifications once the analysis is complete to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements and laws. In the coming days, PowerSchool will notify affected families and staff. NCPS takes the security and confidentiality of our student and staff data very seriously. We will provide additional updates as information becomes available. For further information and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), please visit PowerSchool's public website via the following link, https://www.powerschool.com/security/sis-incident/ Click on the following link to see the letter from NCDPI https://5il.co/358vy Click on the following link to see the letter from NCDPI confirming the PowerSchool data breach https://5il.co/358w3 Thank you, NCPS

Important Update: NCPS Data Impacted in Nationwide PowerSchool Cybersecurity Incident

January 15, 2025
Dear NCPS Families: At about 5:41 p.m. on January 8, 2025, Nash County Public Schools (NCPS) received the attached letter from the NC Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) ab...
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Good afternoon, NCPS Families: We want to hear from you! Please review the proposed calendars for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years below. Any feedback you have on the proposed draft calendars should be sent to your school's parent advisory council members. Please contact your school if you do not know your school's parent advisory council members. 

Share Your Feedback on the Draft 2025-2026 & 2026-2027 School Calendars!

January 16, 2025
Dear NCPS Families: We want to hear from you! Please review the proposed calendars for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years below. Any feedback you have on the proposed dr...
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FOR FAMILIES Subject: Strategic Plan Update: Staff Survey Participation Good afternoon, NCPS Families: The district is currently in the process of updating our strategic plan. As part of this effort, we are inviting all NCPS families to participate in a survey. The feedback collected will play a critical role in shaping district-level strategic planning, as well as supporting district and school improvement initiatives. Students have already completed their surveys, and we will also be gathering input from staff as part of this process. You can access the survey by clicking the link below: NCPS PARENTS AND GUARDIANS (Anonymous) Go to https://surveys.panoramaed.com/nashcountync/winter2025-family/surveys Select your school from the dropdown menu. No access code is needed. Your input is invaluable, and we appreciate your participation in helping to guide the future of NCPS. Contact Information For further questions, contact: Jeannie Kerr Victor Ward Dr. Michelle Royster

Strategic Plan Update: PARENTS AND GUARDIANS Survey Participation

January 14, 2025
Good morning, NCPS Families: The district is currently in the process of updating our strategic plan. As part of this effort, we are inviting all NCPS families to participate in...
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NCPS Hosts Second Annual All-Star Celebration ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. — Nash County Public Schools (NCPS) hosted its second annual All-Star Teacher Celebration on Thursday, Jan. 9, during the Nash Board of Education meeting in the Black Box Theater at Rocky Mount High School. The event recognized teachers who exceeded growth for the 2023-24 school year, celebrating their exceptional contributions to student success. In North Carolina, the Education Value-Added Assessment System, or EVAAS, is a statistical tool used to measure the impact of educators, schools, and districts on student academic progress. NCPS has surpassed state averages in teacher growth, demonstrating excellence in several key areas of education. ● K-2 Teachers: 19.5% of NCPS K-2 teachers exceeded growth, outperforming the state average of 14.2%. ● Career and Technical Education (CTE) Teachers: 20.5% of NCPS CTE teachers exceeded growth, compared to the state average of 16.6%. ● End-of-Grade and End-of-Course Testing: 17.8% of NCPS teachers exceeded growth, surpassing the state average of 14.6%. Exceeding growth under EVAAS means a teacher’s students achieved academic progress significantly higher than predicted based on their prior performance. This distinction highlights the teacher's exceptional ability to enhance student learning and demonstrates a substantial positive impact in the classroom. "I am delighted to acknowledge and recognize the exceptional performance and unwavering dedication these teachers have shown to our district," Superintendent Dr. Steve Ellis said. "Their innovative teaching methods and commitment to their students have enhanced engagement and learning outcomes across their schools. Great job!" Teachers who exceed growth are designated as "All-Star Teachers," a title that reflects their ability to knock it out of the park in the classroom. Their effectiveness in advancing student achievement and their leadership in education are key to the district's success. "I am extremely proud of the hard work of all of our teachers,” said Assistant Superintendent of Academic Services and Accountability Melissa Dancy-Smith. “However, this group of teachers embodies the ability to accelerate the learning outcomes for students. This is no small feat and certainly worthy of celebration." This event marked the district’s success in overcoming low-performance challenges and exceeding growth expectations with strong instruction. District leaders, educators, and community members gathered to honor the exceptional achievements of teachers whose dedication to student success has elevated learning outcomes. The celebration reinforced Nash County Public Schools’ mission to support and uplift its educators while highlighting their critical role in shaping the future of the district’s students. ### Media Contact: Heather Louise Finch, Executive Director of Communication/Public Information Officer hlfinch@ncpschools.net

Press Release - NCPS Hosts Second Annual All-Star Celebration

January 13, 2025
NCPS Hosts Second Annual All-Star Celebration ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. — Nash County Public Schools (NCPS) hosted its second annual All-Star Teacher Celebration on Thursda...
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**Public Notice and Media Alert** Board of Education Work Session and Regular Meeting on Thursday, January 9, 2025 The Nash Board of Education will hold the following scheduled meetings on Thursday, January 9, 2025, beginning at 5:00 p.m. • Board of Education Work Session • Regular Scheduled Board of Education Meeting Meetings are open to the public. Rocky Mount High School – Black Box Theatre – located at 1400 Bethlehem Road Rocky Mount, N.C. 27803 View a live video stream of the meeting with any web browser by clicking www.youtube.com/c/PRDptment. Contact: Board of Education Clerk, Carrie Davis, cbdavis@ncpschools.net or (252) 462-2511 The work session will begin at 5:00 p.m. Following the opening of the work session, the Board will go into closed session. The Board will then return to open session for the regular business meeting. Members of the public will have access to view all public portions of the work session meeting and regular meeting (i.e., every part except closed session): Public Comment: Members of the public will have the opportunity to submit public comments in one of these ways: 1. Join the meeting in-person and comment publicly; 2. Submit a written comment by email during the designated time period to be read aloud by staff. Each person is limited to one public comment, whether written or spoken, per meeting. Any Individual or group may contact Carrie Davis at 252-462-2511 or cbdavis@ncpschools.net in the superintendent’s office to indicate their desire to address the board. The deadline is 12:00 p.m., January 9, 2025. Rules of Order and Decorum: All of the Board’s normal rules of order and decorum for public address apply to comments submitted in-person, electronically or in writing. The Chair may rule written comments out of order in the same manner as spoken comments. Special Accommodations: Anyone who requires disability accommodations or may have trouble accessing the live video stream on January 6, 2025 is encouraged to contact Carrie Davis at 252-462-2511 or cbdavis@ncpschools.net prior to the day of the meeting to explore whether alternative arrangements can be made for viewing the meeting. Closed Session: Closed session pursuant to General Statute 143-318.11(a)(1), (a)(3) and (a)(6) to prevent the disclosure of confidential personnel files under G.S. 115C-321, to consider matters relating to initial employment of an individual employee, to prevent the disclosure of confidential student records under G.S. 115C-402, and to consult with the Board's attorney in order to preserve the attorney-client privilege. ### Media Contact: Heather Louise Finch, Public Information Officer hlfinch@ncpschools.net

Public Notice and Media Alert - Board of Education Work Session and Regular Meeting on Thursday, January 9, 2025

January 7, 2025
**Public Notice and Media Alert** Board of Education Work Session and Regular Meeting on Thursday, January 9, 2025 The Nash Board of Education will hold the followi...
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Thursday, January 2, 2025 Public Notice and Media Alert Nash Board of Education Board of Education Committees Meetings on Monday, January 6, 2025 The Nash Board of Education will hold the following scheduled meetings on Monday, January 6, 2025 beginning at 5:00 p.m. • Administrative Services & Operations Committee • Policy Committee • Academic Services & Accountability Committee • Student Support Services & Operations Meetings are open to the public. Nash County Public Schools Administrative Building is located at 930 Eastern Avenue Nashville, N.C. 27856 Contact: Board of Education Clerk, Carrie Davis, cbdavis@ncpschools.net or (252) 462-2511 View a live video stream of the meeting with any web browser by clicking www.youtube.com/c/PRDptment. Special Accommodations: Anyone who requires disability accommodations or may have trouble accessing the live video stream on January 6, 2025 is encouraged to contact Carrie Davis at 252-462-2511 or cbdavis@ncpschools.net prior to the day of the meeting to explore whether alternative arrangements can be made for viewing the meeting. ### Media Contact: Heather Louise Finch, Public Information Officer hlfinch@ncpschools.net

Public Notice and Media Alert - Nash Board of Education Board of Education Committee Meeting on Monday, January 6, 2025

January 2, 2025
Thursday, January 2, 2025 ** Public Notice and Media Alert ** Nash Board of Education Board of Education Committee Meeting on Monday, January 6, 2025 The Nash Board of Educat...
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NCPS receives 2023-2024 Science of Reading Champion for Change Award

December 21, 2024
NCPS receives 2023-2024 Science of Reading Champion for Change Award NASHVILLE, N.C. — Nash County Public Schools (NCPS) has received the North Central Region’s 2023-20...
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Public Notice and Media Alert Nash Board of Education Work Session and Regular Meeting on Thursday, December 5, 2024 The Nash Board of Education will hold the following scheduled meetings on Thursday, December 5, 2024, beginning at 5:00 p.m. · Board of Education Work Session · Regular Scheduled Board of Education Meeting Meetings are open to the public. Nash County Public Schools Administrative Building located at 930 Eastern Avenue Nashville, N.C. 27856 Contact: Board of Education Clerk, Carrie Davis, cbdavis@ncpschools.net or (252) 462-2511 The work session will begin at 5:00 p.m. Following the opening of the work session, the Board will go into closed session. The Board will then return to open session for the regular business meeting. Members of the public will have access to view all public portions of the work session meeting and regular meeting (i.e., every part except closed session): View a live video stream of the meeting with any web browser by clicking https://www.youtube.com/@PRDptment. Public Comment: Members of the public will have the opportunity to submit public comments in one of these ways: 1. Join the meeting in-person and comment publicly; 2. Submit a written comment by email during the designated time period to be read aloud by staff. 3. Each person is limited to one public comment, whether written or spoken, per meeting. Any Individual or group may contact Carrie Davis at 252-462-2511 or cbdavis@ncpschools.net in the superintendent’s office to indicate their desire to address the board. The deadline is 12:00 p.m., December 5, 2024. Rules of Order and Decorum: All of the Board’s normal rules of order and decorum for public address apply to comments submitted in-person, electronically or in writing. The Chair may rule written comments out of order in the same manner as spoken comments. Special Accommodations: Anyone who requires disability accommodations or may have trouble accessing the live video stream on December 5, 2024 is encouraged to contact Carrie Davis at 252-462-2511 or cbdavis@ncpschools.net prior to the day of the meeting to explore whether alternative arrangements can be made for viewing the meeting. Closed Session: Closed session pursuant to General Statute 143-318.11(a)(1), (a)(3) and (a)(6) to prevent the disclosure of confidential personnel files under G.S. 115C-321, to consider matters relating to initial employment of an individual employee, to prevent the disclosure of confidential student records under G.S. 115C-402, and to consult with the Board's attorney in order to preserve the attorney-client privilege. ### Media Contact: Heather Louise Finch, Public Information Officer hlfinch@ncpschools.net

Public Notice and Media Alert - Nash Board of Education Work Session and Regular Meeting on Thursday, December 5, 2024

December 2, 2024
Public Notice and Media Alert Nash Board of Education Work Session and Regular Meeting on Thursday, December 5, 2024 The Nash Board of Education will hold the following...
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"From Yellowstone to the Classroom: Nash County Teacher Brings History and Science to Life"

November 27, 2024
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Public Notice and Media Alert - Nash Board of Education Special Called Meeting on Monday, December 2, 2024

November 27, 2024
Public Notice and Media Alert Nash Board of Education Special Called Meeting on Monday, December 2, 2024 The Nash Board of Education will hold a Special Called Meetin...
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Public Notice and Media Alert - Nash Board of Education Committees Meeting Monday, November 25, 2024

November 21, 2024
Public Notice and Media Alert Nash Board of Education Committees Meeting Monday, November 25, 2024 The Nash Board of Education will hold the following scheduled meetings on Monday...
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November 15, 2024
Nash County Public Schools Student Survey Information Nash County Public Schools students will participate in several surveys during the 2024-25 school year. The results from t...
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November 12, 2024
Rotary Clubs of Nash County Donates SEL Journals to Support Nash County Public Schools Counselors and Students NASHVILLE, N.C. — The Rotary Clubs of Nash County will presen...
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NCPS AWARDED $49,050 GRANT TO ADVANCE DIGITAL-AGE LEARNING THROUGH ‘ECHOES OF EDUCATION’ PROJECT

November 8, 2024
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October 31, 2024
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Public Notice and Media Alert - Nash Board of Education Work Session and Regular Meeting Monday, November 4, 2024

October 30, 2024
Public Notice and Media Alert Nash Board of Education Work Session and Regular Meeting Monday, November 4, 2024 The Nash Board of Education will hold the following scheduled m...
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Nash Everywhere Digital Academy Students Explore Density, Chemical Reactions, and Physics in Lab Activities NASH COUNTY, N.C. – Fifth-grade students at Nash Everywhere Digital Academy, led by teacher Lakan Allen, recently participated in an in-person lab session, a rare opportunity outside of their regular online classes, to explore density, chemical reactions, and physics through hands-on experiments. The lab began with students testing the density of various liquids, including water, salt water, vinegar, honey, and oil, to determine which were the most and least dense. Students also weighed each liquid to demonstrate the law of conservation of mass, confirming that mass remains constant despite changes in state or mixtures. In another experiment, students tested how temperature affects the brightness of glow sticks by placing them in ice water, room-temperature water, and boiling water. They observed that the glow sticks became brighter when heated and dimmed when cooled, showing how chemical reactions are influenced by temperature. The students also combined vinegar and baking soda, producing a chemical reaction that inflated a balloon, illustrating the principles of chemical change and conservation of matter. The lab concluded with an egg-drop challenge, where students applied concepts of mass, gravity, air resistance, and force by designing vessels to prevent eggs from breaking. They measured speed by calculating time and distance, using physics concepts to analyze their results. “This in-person session allowed students to connect with their classmates and engage with science in a way that’s not always possible in an online environment,” Allen said. “It was wonderful to see them work together, make predictions, and explore scientific concepts through experimentation.” The lab aligns with Nash Everywhere Digital Academy’s mission to blend virtual learning with meaningful in-person experiences, helping students develop problem-solving skills and explore STEM concepts through real-world applications.. About Nash Everywhere Digital Academy: Nash Everywhere Digital Academy (NEDA) is part of Nash County Public Schools and offers flexible, high-quality digital education for students from third through high school. NEDA provides innovative learning opportunities to equip students with the skills they need for success in today’s world. ### Media Contact: Heather Louise Finch, Public Information Officer hlfinch@ncpschools.net

Press Release - Nash Everywhere Digital Academy Students Explore Density, Chemical Reactions, and Physics in Lab Activities

October 30, 2024
Nash Everywhere Digital Academy Students Explore Density, Chemical Reactions, and Physics in Lab Activities NASH COUNTY, N.C. – Fifth-grade students at Nash Everywhere Digital Ac...
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Nash News: October Highlights

Nash News: October Highlights

October 29, 2024
Click the link below to view our October newsletter! https://nashdistrictupdates.edurooms.com/engage/nash-county-public-schools/newsletters/nash-news-october-recap
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Public Notice and Media Alert Board of Education Committee Meetings – Monday, October 28, 2024 The Nash Board of Education will hold the following scheduled committee meetings on Monday, October 28, 2024, beginning at 5 p.m.: • Administrative Services & Operations Committee • Policy Committee • Academic Services & Accountability Committee These meetings are open to the public. Location: Nash County Public Schools Administrative Building, 930 Eastern Ave. Nashville, NC 27856 CONTACT: Carrie Davis - Clerk, Board of Education, cbdavis@ncpschools.net, (252) 462-2511 Meeting Details: The committee meetings will begin at 5 p.m., followed by a closed session. Afterward, the Board will return to open session for the regular committee meetings. Members of the public will have access to all public portions of the meetings (i.e., all segments except the closed session). Live Video Stream: View the meeting live on YouTube by visiting www.youtube.com/c/PRDptment. Special Accommodations: If you require disability accommodations or encounter difficulties accessing the live video stream on October 28, 2024, please contact Carrie Davis at (252) 462-2511 or cbdavis@ncpschools.net before the meeting date to explore alternative arrangements for viewing. Closed Session: A closed session will be held pursuant to General Statute 143-318.11(a)(1), (a)(3), and (a)(6) for the following purposes: • To prevent the disclosure of confidential personnel files, as outlined in G.S. 115C-321. • To consider matters related to the initial employment of an individual employee. • To prevent the disclosure of confidential student records, in accordance with G.S. 115C-402. • To consult with the Board’s attorney to preserve attorney-client privilege. ### Media Contact: Heather Louise Finch, Public Information Officer hlfinch@ncpschools.net

Public Notice and Media Alert - Board of Education Committee Meetings – Monday, October 28, 2024

October 28, 2024
Public Notice and Media Alert Board of Education Committee Meetings – Monday, October 28, 2024 The Nash Board of Education will hold the following scheduled committee meeting...
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Author teaches kids about how dogs communicate

October 21, 2024
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