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N.C. District Receives $62M Grant to Build New K–12 Innovation Center

  • By Matt Jones
  • 10/09/24

Edgecombe County Public Schools in Edgecombe, N.C., recently announced that it has received government funding to go toward the development of the new North Edgecombe School of Innovation, according to a news release. The $62-million Needs-Based Grant from the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) will help the district create a new facility that “foster[s] innovation, creativity, and academic excellence” for students in grades PreK through 12.

The project involves renovating North Edgecombe High School, building a new Career and Technical Education facility, building a new PreK–8 facility, and renovating grounds and athletic fields to consolidate three district schools—Coker-Wimberly Elementary School, Phillips Middle School, and North Edgecombe High School.

“We are thrilled to be able to share this good news with our community,” said Edgecombe County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Andy Bryan. “This grant will enable us to create an environment where students can thrive and achieve their fullest potential. We are committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities for all our students, and this new school is a significant step towards that goal.”

The facility will include academic space, upgraded technology, and built-in collaborative spaces to foster creativity and engagement, according to the news release.

“This is an exciting opportunity for Edgecombe County,” said Edgecombe County Manager Eric Evans. “This investment in the North Edgecombe School of Innovation will create a transformative educational environment, helping to prepare our young citizens for the job opportunities of tomorrow while strengthening our community today.”

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Matt Jones is senior editor of Spaces4Learning. He can be reached at [email protected].

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