by Tina Neeley | Mar 8, 2024 | Stories
WHEN JAY Simms moved to Yale University’s campus last summer, he took more than his hopes, dreams, and dorm furniture; he took the influence and inspiration of his former teachers and counselors. It’s not something Simms or Yale take for granted. Both celebrate the...
by Tina Neeley | Mar 8, 2024 | Stories
THE LITTLE girl who always loved school would never have imagined how deep her love for school would grow. She couldn’t know how her participation in athletics was weaving a tapestry of love and support for her future self. Life led the girl who grew up immersed in...
by Tina Neeley | Mar 8, 2024 | Cover
FORGET TESTS and workbooks; Judy Moore’s lesson plan is a smile seasoned with 24 years of wisdom and a hug. While most of us battle against the tyranny of alarm clocks, Moore’s eyes light up at the sound of the school bell. Her journey? It’s not your typical...
by Tina Neeley | Mar 8, 2024 | Feature
INSTEAD OF the usual clinking trays and not-so-muffled chatter, Lincoln County High School’s (LCHS) cafeteria vibrates with the boisterous hum of a community gathered. Seated around linen-covered banquet tables are faces etched with the lines of sun and soil. They’re...
by Tina Neeley | Mar 8, 2024 | Feature
THE SCENT of freshly brewed coffee mingles with the rustle of papers as the Home Visit Team convenes. Outside, the sun casts long shadows, reflecting the shades of hardship they are about to address. But within this room, a different light shines — the unwavering...
