Category Archives: educational

Favorite #43: Don and Barbara Davis

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

       Serving Others It’s amazing how one message on an answering machine can change your life. One evening a few months ago, Reverend Don Davis left a message about how much he liked my children’s books. Leaving his number, he … Continue reading →

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Favorite #42: Music Teachers

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

Inspiring Students through Music When Myron Massey, Jr. graduated from West Rowan High School in 2006, he knew he wanted to become a music teacher. Inspired by his band director, Ms. Tammy Reyes, Myron wanted to inspire students just as … Continue reading →

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Favorite #40:Book Festival

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

Community Book Festival It was a glorious day for an event, but even more glorious because of the number of people who came to the Rowan Public Library for the Books Under the Big Top event on Saturday, April 13th, 2013. This … Continue reading →

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Favorite #38: Music Teacher

Posted on April 21, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

    Music Teacher, “Dr. Rob” Have you ever seen Elton John perform? If you haven’t, but have seen Dr. William D. Robertson, then you’ve come pretty close. “Dr. Rob,” as he’s known by many, can make a piano sing and … Continue reading →

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Favorite #37: NC Transportation Museum

Posted on April 14, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

NC Transportation Museum  Have you ever taken a train ride? If not, there’s no better place than the NC Transportation Museum in Spencer, NC to give it a try. My two-year old grandson and his friend did just that this … Continue reading →

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Favorite #36: Blogger, Lydia Richmond

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

Lydia Richmond: Host of #Bullynomore It’s nice to have friends who not only have a blog, but also know how to tweet and are willing to host a twitter party in your honor. My friend, Lydia Richmond, writes the blog, Cluttered Genius, which is a … Continue reading →

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Favorite #34: Walkertown Elementary School

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

Reading Day at Walkertown Elementary School Walkertown Elementary School is a beautiful school that welcomes parents, visitors and community members to come inside and see what exciting things are taking place. One of those exciting things happened just a few … Continue reading →

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Favorite #29: 100 Years of Service

Posted on February 3, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

Lonnie’s Life  100 Years of Service to Others             Several weeks ago I had the opportunity to meet a lady celebrating her 100th birthday at a party given to her by family and friends. Once an elementary school teacher, Lonnie Cruse Holmes had a teaching career … Continue reading →

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Favorite #28: Innovative Teacher, Mr. Anderson

Posted on January 27, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

InnovativeTeacher, Nick Anderson             Nick Anderson, a third grade teacher for the Rowan Salisbury Schools has been teaching elementary school for the past four years. Loving his profession and acquiring his Masters as a reading specialist, he is now working on his Doctorate in Administration … Continue reading →

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Favorite #27: Preschool Teacher

Posted on January 20, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

Preschool Teacher: Tara Safrit             Tara Safrit is one of those people who light up a room, making everyone a little happier for having spent time with her. Only 23, she already knows what it means to sacrifice comfort and … Continue reading →

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