“Our Journey to Excellence”

Hoke County Schools Spring Banquet

2015

Hoke County Schools 2015 Spring Banquet West Hoke Middle ~ May 7, 2015 ~ 6:30 pm

Posting of the Colors HCHS JROTC Cadets Welcome Jodie Bryant, Director of PR Purpose Bob Barnes, Associate Superintendent Blessing Freddie Williamson, Superintendent

Dinner Award Presentations

Custodian Matthew McGregor Boot Strap Award Charles Tapp Bus Driver Tom Paris Child Nutrition Employee Deborah Carpenter Office Professional Bob Barnes Instructional Support Person Peggy Owens Administrative Support Person Della Maynor Assistant Principal Irish Pickett Principal Barbara Buie Teacher Assistant Hank Richards Teacher Rosa McAllister-McRae

Recognition of Retirees Jodie Bryant

Closing Remarks Freddie Williamson

To our Employees of the Year: “Every child deserves a champion—an adult who

will never give up on them, who understands the

power of connection and insists that they become

the best that they can be. As you educate our

students, thank you for also being their champion.

Congratulations on being selected as an Employee

of the Year for Hoke County Schools.”

To our Retirees: “Thank you for the time you have dedicated to

Hoke County Schools. Our school system is truly

a greater place thanks to your dedication and

commitment to its success. You will be sincerely

missed, but we ask that you continue your next

chapter knowing that you had a positive impact

on the lives of so many. Thank you and enjoy

your retirement!”

Sincerely,

Hoke County Schools

Employees of the Year

Child Nutrition Employee

of the Year

Kim Peterkin “Kim is a very dedicated employee. She takes the initiative to ensure the

cafeteria operates effectively and efficiently. Not only does she serve healthy, delicious meals in a clean, safe environment, but she loves the

children and they love her.”

Bus Driver of the Year

Ivory Smith “Ivory Smith is an essential part of the

school team. She greets children every day with a smile and safe

journey. She builds relationships and represents our schools well. Her

loyalty to the school system is without doubt—up early in the morning

before the sun rises and sometimes on the road when the sun sets.”

Boot Strap Award Winner

of the Year

Robert Hall “Robert Hall has been with the Hoke

County Schools’ Maintenance Department for over 25 years. He is a great example of what it means to be a hard worker. His work is appreciated and valued. Robert, thank you for all

you do.”

Custodian of the Year

Marvin McPhatter “Mr. McPhatter is an integral part of East Hoke Middle. He is the head of our custodial team, a respected team member, and a friend to many. Mr. McPhatter handles every task with a positive attitude and a smile. We are

proud and honored that Mr. McPhatter is part of our family and chooses to call

himself an East Hoke Eagle.”

Employees of the Year

Office Professional

of the Year

Dana Cromartie “Dana Cromartie consistently

exemplifies professionalism and efficiency with everything she does.

She goes above and beyond the call of duty, is very detailed, concise, and

thorough. Dana is also very knowledgeable concerning her

department and the execution of proper procedures. She is always

polite, articulate, and a pleasure to work with.”

Instructional Support

Person of the Year

Danelle Locklear “Danelle Locklear always goes above and beyond to support the staff and students at our school. She provides us with amazing resources to help

families in need.“ “Danelle is an exceptional

social worker who is always looking for ways to help out families,

students, the community, and our Hoke County Schools’ family.”

Administrative Support Person of the Year

Michelle Benson “Michelle Benson is always helpful and tries to assist teachers so they are

comfortable with LDC. She understands the need for teachers to take ownership of the students' overall performance. She knows that each teacher has a responsibility

to be a positive resource in the success of each student.”

Employees of the Year

Principal of the Year

Bridget Parnell-Hayes Hawk Eye Elementary

“She is an extraordinary leader. She leads by example and is concerned about all of the students and staff. She keeps a positive attitude every day. She helps where ever she can and is a blessing to the staff, students, and, community.”

Assistant Principal of the Year

A.J. Hammond Rockfish Hoke Elementary

“I have seen Ms. Hammond step up and take on a lot of responsibilities, from discipline issues to testing. She does a phenomenal job! I have seen her shine

through the good and the bad!”

McLauchlin Elementary

Matt Harmon

West Hoke Elementary

Edna Dailey

Don Steed Elementary

Lisa Maynor

Scurlock Elementary

Vastine Harvey

Upchurch Elementary

Joy Phifer

Sandy Grove Elementary

Frances Locklear

Teacher Assistants of the Year

Teacher Assistants of the Year

Hoke County High School

Terraine Francois

West Hoke Middle

Gisele Brown

East Hoke Middle

Angela McArthur

Turlington School

John Pleasant

Rockfish Hoke Elementary

Nyree Blue

Hawk Eye Elementary

Delila Stephens

Gisele Brown

“Gisele Brown began her career with West Hoke Middle as a substitute teacher. She always comes to work with a smile on her face and she has a natural rapport with students. She was soon offered a Teacher Assistant position. She accepted and has been doing an excellent job since. She is always ready to help out with any new initiative being implemented or

whatever is going on in the building. She can be counted on. If a teacher has an emergency or a situation arises and there is need for a classroom to

be covered, her response is always, “What do you need me to do?” or “Where do you need me today?” She is a dynamite person with a

beautiful personality and she has great work ethic. It is truly a pleasure to work with her, and her relationship with the students and staff is

appreciated.”

Teacher Assistant of the Year

Teachers of the Year

Hoke County High School

Carolyn Martin

West Hoke Middle

Jennifer Courdway

East Hoke Middle

Morina Ricablanca

Turlington School

Rebecca Weeks

Sandy Grove Middle

Shanna Parker

Hawk Eye Elementary

Susan Hartell

Teachers of the Year

McLauchlin Elementary

Shannon Curry

West Hoke Elementary

Tammy Stephens-Shepard

Don Steed Elementary

Yolanda Monroe

SandHoke Early College

Dr. Faydra Womble

Upchurch Elementary

Gracie Breeden

Sandy Grove Elementary

Marie Molloy

Teachers of the Year

Scurlock Elementary

Stephanie Buffaloe

Rockfish Hoke Elementary

Joseph O’Brien

Morina Ricablanca

“Morina Ricablanca works at East Hoke Middle School as an Exceptional Children’s Teacher. Her responsibilities have included AIG coordinator,

EC lead teacher/EC chairperson, Science Olympiad coach, and peer observer. She has attended various professional developments in the

summer including going to the North Carolina Advancement of Teaching last summer. Ms. Ricablanca has proven herself to be a highly motivated and talented teacher. She consistently completes stellar work and has the

best interest of our school and students in mind at any time. Ms. Ricablanca has an excellent rapport with the staff, students and our school community; demonstrating on a daily basis her compassion and care for our students. She treats everyone with dignity and respect. Overall, Ms. Ricablanca is a conscientious, dedicated and exemplary employee. She

has a bright future ahead of her in education and makes a huge, positive impact in our school daily.”

Teacher of the Year

Retirees Vivian Evans

Nancy Gasper

Ronda Pickler

Jane Herron

James Menser

Annie Anderson

Sharon Allen

Cheryl Frye

Deloris Goins

Valentia Hurst

Emma Thomas

Walter Jones

Robert Creech

Corlis McPhatter

Joseph Campbell

Doris Dixon

Molichia Ferguson

Sandra Leigh

Archie Mustafa-Gordon

Mary Huff

Shelby Jacobs

Brenda Locklear

Mary Samson

Gladys McLean

Ruby McLean

Jerry Jacobs

Linda Chapman

Suzette Simpson