On . Dare Schools Superintendent Steve Basnight read from a letter he sent to parents of students in the Dual Language Immersion program. "We held multiple parent and staff sessions where we shared research illustrating the academic benefits of children becoming bilingual. Thank you Steve for taking on this huge challenge. He was principal of First Flight High School in Kill Devil Hills for 10 years before he was hired as the districts chief academic officer. We are a collective force of school leaders, educators, support staff and kind, loving adults that care greatly for our kids. https://www.outerbanksvoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/20230301-222407.mp3. Gun discovered in staff vehicle at First Flight High He was a classroom teacher and coach at Manteo High School for 20 years before moving into administration, where he servedas an administrative intern and assistant principal at First Flight Middle School, interim principal at Cape Hatteras Secondary School of Coastal Studies, curriculum coordinator at the district level and principal at the Dare County Alternative School. Basnight extended his appreciation to Blackstock during the meeting for the work he has done as interim superintendent. Dare County Schools is a high performing public school district located on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Steve Basnight, a longtime Dare County educator and former Hyde County Schools superintendent, will return to Dare County Schools as its new superintendent following the unanimous approval of his contract by the Dare County Board of Education during a special meeting on Nov. 2. Good. Dare County is first in state to ask lawmakers to raise tobacco ag Lady Canes win first round of state playoffs with 51-40 victory. To that end, it named a superintendent search committee made up of three school board members, three principals representing the elementary, middle and high school levels and three central office staff members. Basnight will succeed interim Superintendent Steve Blackstock, who was appointed to that post in July after the sudden resignation of then Superintendent John Farrelly. Dare County Schools - Home - Facebook Mark . Steve Basnight. About Us | Dare County Schools Sometime after the tragic accident, I commented, I would love to see Steve B, be able to take this position on. So, after reading the information in the article it begs the question as to whether or not the individual was in compliance with NC General Statute 14-269.2. The goal of the survey, according to its introduction, is to "identify strengths and needs of Dare County Schools" as well as "identify community beliefs and desires for the characteristics of the next superintendent.". I am elated, humbled and honored to be named Poquoson schools superintendent, Tillett said in a news release. 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Over 50 . SUPERVISES: May coordinate and direct the activities of teacher assistants. On March 2, at approximately 8:30 a.m., Dare County Sheriffs Office Criminal Investigations and Narcotics Divisions were at First Flight High School in reference to an investigation. May 17, 2015, by Steve Bastnight. To fully achieve this, we must work together to think . https://www.outerbanksvoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/20230301-222407.mp3. Official Press Release . Superintendent About Us. I would be remiss if I didnt take an opportunity to say thank you for the job youve done in not only getting the school year off to a phenomenal start, but in beginning to rebuild some of those relationships that are so very important to everything we want to do, he said. This allows you to return at any time to submit additional applications. Site Map | Search | Legal Notices | Accessibility 302 Dare Road Yorktown, Virginia 23692 Phone: 757-898-0300 FAX: 855-878-9063 Division Superintendent: Victor D. Shandor, Ed.D. Standing with Blackstock is wife Suzanne Blackstock. Division Superintendent York County School Division. I would be remiss if I didnt take an opportunity to say thank you for the job youve done in not only getting the school year off to a phenomenal start, but in beginning to rebuild some of those relationships that are so very important to everything we want to do, he said. After consideration, I deleted his comment. Learn more about our community and what makes our county a great place to live, work and learn! Burgess received her undergraduate degree at Ohio University. Being a superintendent puts constant demands on a family; countless phone calls pulling me away from dinner, arriving home late, and the 24/7 grind that requires much patience and understanding in our family. Move the handgun from within a closed compartment or container within the vehicle to concealment on the person. (l) It is an affirmative defense to a prosecution under subsection (b) or (f) of this section that the person was authorized to have a concealed handgun in a locked vehicle pursuant to subsection (k) of this section and removed the handgun from the vehicle only in response to a threatening situation in which deadly force was justified pursuant to G.S. 22 North Carolina school districts with new superintendents - EducationNC Its been a pleasure to work, strive, laugh, cry and lead with all of you. The taxpayers deserve answers now. the York County School Division, are not responsible or . This timeline gives the Board and the community enough planning time to recruit and name a new superintendent while providing needed transition time. In addition to this benefit, we . Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. November 26, 2015, by (2) The person has a handgun concealed on the person and the person remains in the locked vehicle and only unlocks the vehicle to allow the entrance or exit of another person. This is more than a job, Basnight, who was accompanied by his family, told board members following the vote. The Dare County Board of Education voted 6-1 on a settlement agreement, resignation and release of liability with Superintendent John D. Farrelly. When a staff member takes a gun on school property he gives up his rights to confidential anything, in my humble opinion. When approved, the vacancy announcement calling for applications will run for 45 days while the survey will have a three-week time period. The Poquoson City School Board announced the selection in a special meeting Tuesday. Woodard said the meeting was "fantastic." I have been very fortunate to have led three very unique school systems and lived in very caring and supportive communities. He shouldnt be in jail for having a plant and a firearm locked in his car in a parking lot. Cape Hatteras Secondary School offers students an exciting opportunity to partner with a local Coastal Studies Institute to learn more about the rich ecosystems on the Outer Banks. We come from all walks of life, but we are connected by a belief that every child deserves a quality education. Thank you to all of the parents who have supported our work, our schools, our staff, and my leadership for the last 5 years. Basnight will be sworn in during the boards Nov. 9 meeting and his contract will be effective Dec. 1. 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The documents are the vacancy announcement for the superintendent position and a survey to provide opportunity for school system employees, parents, students and others to provide insights on the system and superintendent position. Here is the information. Witnessing the ceremony were, from left, grandson Sawyer Blanchard, wife Suzanne Blackstock, granddaughter Lynleigh Blanchard and daughter Katie Blanchard. Copyright 2023 JAM Media Solutions. May 21, 2015, by Dare County School System: Data, performance - EducationNC When Basnight retired from the Hyde post in April, Blackstock was sworn in as interim superintendent in that district until he returned to Dare County Schools this summer to take on his current role. Farrelly became superintendent of the Dare County Schools five years ago, succeeding the retiring Sue Burgess. Learn more about our mission! Fans are sure to be kept movin and groovin this summer as VusicOBX formally announces Dirty Heads with Lupe Fiasco & Bikini Trill arriving to [Read More] [Read More], 103 W. Woodhill Drive No one to hold the board accountable as they pad their pockets with funds that should go to higher teacher salaries. Perhaps searching can help. I fully support the school boards decision in naming Steve Bassnight supertintendent. Georgia Sellers, (252) 480-8888 ext. . Last Modified on . Both documents must be reviewed and approved by the Dare County Board of Education. Teachers and administrators wont forget that. Mr. Tillett has. About Dare Dare County Schools is located on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Dr. Matt Lutz, Superintendent . Our liberty depends on the freedom of the press, and that cannot be limited without being lost. Thomas Jefferson. May 20, 2015, by After your information is complete, you will receive a confirmation number, and your information will be saved. Download the PDF version Newsroom. "Dare County Schools sought input from stakeholders before the implementation of the dual-language program," states John Farrelly, Dare County Schools Superintendent. This committee is moving quickly. Posted: March 01, 2023. Jennifer Parish, the divisions current superintendent, plans to retire in June.