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Surprise Announcement from State Superintendent Catherine Truitt to Present Craven County Schools with $15.29 Million for Tucker Creek Middle School Expansion Project
Craven County, NC - In a surprise announcement, State Superintendent Catherine Truitt presented Craven County Schools with a generous grant of $15,297,237 to fund the proposed project of adding 20 classrooms to Tucker Creek Middle School. This significant investment in education is aimed at improving the learning environment for military-connected students in Havelock.
The funding for this project is a result of a partnership between the North Carolina General Assembly, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, Craven County Schools, and the Craven County Commissioners. The commissioners have been partners further demonstrating their commitment to enhancing educational facilities in the county.
Craven County is fortunate to benefit from the prudent management of lottery funds by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. The interest earned from these funds, presented to Craven County Schools Board of Education, will now be utilized to create an enhanced learning environment for the students of Havelock.
Colonel Burks, Commanding Officer for Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, expressed his support for the project in a letter, emphasizing the importance of incorporating new technologies into education and facilities. With educational facilities in the Havelock area unable to keep up with the changing technological demands of today, this expansion project will support MCAS Cherry Point with a local workforce that is well-equipped to meet the ever-evolving demands of today's world.
The Craven County Board of Education extends its heartfelt gratitude for this incredible opportunity to provide the best resources for students. The success of the district relies on the continued growth of partnerships between elected officials, staff, parents, and the community.
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