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National School Principals’ Day
National School Principals’ Day is observed on May 1st annually to recognize the essential, multi-faceted responsibilities of school principals. Their duties include managing school operations, overseeing staff, developing curriculum, implementing disciplinary measures, managing budgets, ensuring school safety, and fostering a positive learning environment. Principals set the tone for the entire school and promote the success of staff and students alike. Please join us in thanking our dedicated and talented TCS Principals:
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Michael Kirst, BES
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Amanda Lewis PFES
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Robert Dinsdale, RES
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Patrick Chapman, TCHSST
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Jessica McCall, BMS
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Julie Queen, RMS
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Doug Justice, BHS
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Dr. Roderick Brown, DRS
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Jason Ormsby, RHS
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National Teacher Appreciation Week
In 2026, National Teacher Appreciation Week was celebrated Monday, May 4th through Friday, May 8th. Teachers shape the lives of millions of children every day. They ignite young minds to excel, dream, and create, and they instill in students a love for learning and a belief in their own potential. Teachers work tirelessly to reach the students who are struggling, and they strive to meet every challenge with compassion and care. They go above and beyond in their classrooms, not only to teach, but to impart a sense of safety and belonging. Please join us in showing continued appreciation to the dedicated educators who empower generation after generation to accomplish their dreams.
National School Nurse Day
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, was National School Nurse Day. This day is set aside to show appreciation for the vital contributions school nurses make toward the safety of students. School nurses act as a liaison to the school community, families, and healthcare providers and provide access to care when children’s cognitive development is at its peak. School nurses are members of school-based teams (e.g., school health services, 504/IEP, disaster/emergency planning) providing care coordination to address the school population. They understand the link between health and learning and advance the well-being of all students every day. They are essential for healthy kids, healthy schools, and healthy communities. Please join us in recognizing our wonderful school nurses for all they do: April Owenby, Ashley Owen, and Amy Parker.
2nd Annual Legacy Banquet – May 5, 2026
The 2nd Annual Legacy Banquet was held in the Transylvania County Library Rogow Room on May 5, 2026. Established in 2025, the event is a time to recognize current TCS retirees and to celebrate school and district level, “Of the Year,” recipients. Those who were honored in 2026, include:
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Teachers of the Year
Alaina McGinnis,BES Citlalmina McKelvey, RES
Topher Kane, BMS *Sarah Reid, RMS
Ashley Dickson, BHS
Kim Wynn, RHS
Margaret Joseph, DRS
Angie Reese, TCH
Stephanie Ray, PFES
*District Teacher of the Year-Sarah Reid
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Employees of the Year
Terri Upton, BES Janet Whitmire, RES
Karen Britt, BMS
Amanda Metcalf, RHS
Kim Garrett, BHS Teresa Morton, TCH
Heather Greene, RMS Lisa Rogers, PFES
Moriah Geer-Hardwick, DRS
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Student Services Person of the Year - Lovey Puryear, BES/BHS
Media Specialist of the Year - Samantha Osteen, BES
Rookie Teacher of the Year - Sydney Gilbert, PFES
CTE Teacher of the Year - Lindsay Barton, RHS
Principal of the Year - Jason Ormsby, RHS
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Retirees
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Years of Service to Public Education
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Audrey Reneau
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39
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David “Mick” Galloway
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31
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Rebecca “Becky” Gant
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27
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Christina Dodson
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37
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Charles Nicholson
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15
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Tammy Hall
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25
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Philip Fisher
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27
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Sheila Byrd
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20
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Heather McNeely
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20
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Anna Galloway
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30
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Karen Smith
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21
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Samantha Ray
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30
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Kimberly Moore
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29
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Erik Wahus
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25
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We would like to thank our interview committee, our event sponsors, First Citizens Bank and the Transylvania Educational Foundation, and Alex Williams and the RHS Culinary Arts Class for their catering services.
TC Scholars Recognition Evening – May 21, 2025, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. @ Brevard High School
In 1983 the Transylvania County Board of Education envisioned a way to honor and recognize Transylvania County Schools’ highest achieving students in which, Transylvania County Scholars Recognition Evening was established. It typically is held annually on the third Thursday of May.
Transylvania County Scholars are graduating seniors who have achieved an overall GPA of 3.8 (weighted) and 3.5 (unweighted) while pursuing a demanding course of study. Additionally, sophomores and juniors who are the highest-ranking students in their respective grades, are honored.
The Board of Education celebrates these students and their parents/guardians starting with a dinner in the Brevard High School cafeteria before the program begins.
The program has three different parts that consist of scholar recognition, scholarships awarded, and the grand finale is the Most Memorable Educator portion of the event. Senior scholars have been given the opportunity to name an individual who gave them special inspiration in their educational journey. This is a surprise as the educator does not know who selected them until the student’s identity is revealed during the program!
Transylvania County Public Schools Student Art Show
An exhibit of artwork created by Transylvania County Public Schools students in grades K-12 was displayed at the Transylvania Community Arts Council, 349 S. Caldwell Street, Brevard, from May 5th-May 16th, 2026. This annual event, partnering TCS and TCArts, showcases student works selected by TCS art teachers. We thank the Transylvania Community Arts Council for their continued support of our students’ art endeavors, and we encourage you to learn more about their organization by visiting tcarts.org.
2026 Free Summer Meals Program
Transylvania County Schools will again provide its free Summer Food Service Program. Two meal pick-up sites will be available, with one at the Champion Pool in Rosman, and the other at Pisgah Forest Elementary School. Up to two free meals are available daily to all children of Transylvania County under the age of 18. Children do not have to qualify for free or reduced lunch to participate, and they do not have to attend Transylvania County Schools. We request that each family limit itself to just one of the two sites daily.
Beginning June 8th and continuing through August 20th, the Champion Pool location in Rosman will offer meals Monday through Thursday from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Hot meals and breakfast for the following day are offered. Meals can be picked up in the parking lot, weather permitting. No sign ups are required.
Beginning June 9th and continuing through August 18th, the Pisgah Forest Elementary School site is offering, “Groceries to Go.” Seven (7) days of breakfast and lunch meals will be available for pick on Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the side lot. You must sign up for these services.
Additionally, beginning June 8th and continuing through August 20th, county-wide home deliveries will be available. Hot lunch meals and breakfast for the next day can be delivered Monday through Thursday between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. This service is offered to families who are unable to pick up from the two listed meal sites. You must sign up for the delivery service.
Finally, in addition to all of the foregoing, the Department of School Nutrition Services is providing meals to 13 other summer programming locations during the summer months, including the Boys and Girls Club and Teen Center, Rise and Shine, The Duke Literacy Program, The Family Place, daycares, Transylvania County Parks and Recreation, summer school, and others.
Please see the Free Summer Meals flyer on our website for contact and schedule information.
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