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Board spotlights students, teachers and schools: essay contest winners, Presidential Scholars nominee, 'lighthouse' school and national-board teachers
Summary
The board recognized students from Bruce Drysdale and North Henderson High School, presented a lighthouse school award to North Henderson High, and honored new and recertifying National Board–certified teachers. Students and staff were called forward for certificates and photos.
Henderson County Board members spent part of the Feb. 10 meeting recognizing student and staff achievements across the district.
Jason Joyce, principal at Bruce Drysdale Elementary, introduced Tessa Dowd, who won local and regional competition for an American Revolution essay contest and wrote about the Edenton Tea Party. Dr. John Shepherd and Michelle Miller of North Henderson High School presented senior Angela Navarro Valdez, the district’s nominee and the North Carolina nominee for the U.S. Presidential Scholars program, and St. Lolly Diazmar, recognized as 2025 Youth of the Year by the local Boys & Girls Club.
Board members also celebrated North Henderson High School’s selection as a lighthouse school by the North Carolina Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, an award the district described as recognizing academic excellence and innovative programs.
Dr. Marlowe highlighted teacher accomplishments: three new National Board–certified teachers (including Caroline Galvin and Jill Rob) and 16 recertifications. Staff noted the district supports National Board candidates through monthly meetings and review support from certified readers and retired staff who provide feedback and mentoring.
Board members and staff invited photos and public recognition; parents and community partners were acknowledged for their support in student programs and readiness events.
