ECPPS

10/20/2026

🤍 Principal Appreciation Month continues, and ECPPS has so much to celebrate!

Next Up...

✨ Principal LaShekia J. Brothers of Central Elementary School! 🎉

📚 Years in Education: 25
🏫 Years with ECPPS: 18
🐾 Favorite School Tradition: Morning announcements featuring the Wildcat Code of Conduct and Global Creed
🤫 Fun Fact: She's an introvert!
✈️ Favorite Pastime: Traveling with family
☀️ Favorite Part of the Day: Greeting students with a smile and a good morning!

What Makes Principal Brothers Stand Out?

Principal Brothers leads with intention, collaboration, and a heart for EVERY student! ❤️ Her passion for education goes beyond the classroom, ensuring every child feels seen, loved, and believed in. She inspires students to recognize their potential while creating a supportive environment where teachers and staff feel appreciated, too!

Thank you, Principal Brothers, for your 25 years of dedication to education and your commitment to making every Wildcat feel valued and capable of achieving GREAT things!

As Principal Brothers would say — “YOU GOT THIS!” 💙🐾

10/19/2026

Balloons, smiles and a whole lotta fun! 🎈 Sheep Harney went all out for National School Lunch Week, and these photos from lunchtime last Friday say it all!

Let’s give it up one more time for our school nutrition staff across the district! 👏 Thank you for the hard work, care and kindness you put into feeding our students every day. We’re incredibly grateful for you and everything you do!

10/19/2026

🎓 ECPPS seniors, take the next step toward your future! During CFNC’s College Application Week, many colleges and universities are waiving application fees. Take advantage of this opportunity to explore your options and apply for FREE!

Visit CFNC.org/apply to get started and reach out to your school counselor for support!

Are you ready? College for North Carolina - CFNC kicks off College Application Week at 7:30am Monday morning.

Go to CFNC.org/apply to apply to any of these colleges and universities ⤵️ for FREE!

10/17/2026

The Panther Band Classic is happening TODAY! 🎶 Join us inside the gymnasium to cheer on these talented musicians. National Anthem at 12:50 p.m., with the first band performing at 1 p.m.!

10/17/2026

Celebrating Our Superhero Educators! 🍎

Thank you to The Daily Advance and the community partners who sponsor the “Superhero Educators” series for highlighting outstanding educators from our district!

This month’s featured educator is Amy Williams, 5th grade science teacher and current Teacher of the Year at J.C. Sawyer Elementary School! 🎉

Congratulations, Ms. Williams! Thank you for the incredible impact you make on your students each day!

Check out the article to learn more about this ECPPS superhero! 💙💛

Fifth-grade social studies and science teacher Amy Williams has always known she wanted to be an educator. Now in her eighth year in the classroom, she still cherishes the opportunity

10/16/2026

🤍 Principal Appreciation Month continues...

Next Up:

✨ Principal Lacoyia Cobb-Eure! 🎉

📚 Years in Education: 21
🏫 Years with ECPPS: 19
🎓 Favorite School Tradition: College Mondays
💪 Fun Fact: Exercises every morning!
🛍️ Favorite Pastime: Shopping
🍎 Favorite Part of the Day: Lunch
🌟 School in One Word: Limitless

What Makes Principal Cobb-Eure Amazing?

Principal Cobb-Eure leads with empathy, accountability, and meaningful relationships! Her passion for supporting both students and teachers shines through her commitment to making every child feel loved, valued, and excited to learn. She believes in personally encouraging her staff, reminding them that their dedication and hard work never go unnoticed!

Thank you, Principal Cobb-Eure, for your compassionate leadership, dedication, and 19 years of making a difference in ECPPS!

As Lacoyia would say — “Give Yourself Some Grace!” ❤️✨

10/16/2026

Step right up! 🎪 Our River Road Middle School nutrition team took on the role of tightrope walkers for some circus fun during National School Lunch Week!

We love seeing this crew make lunchtime a little more special for our students. Behind the fun is a team that works hard every day to make sure our students are fed, welcomed and ready to learn. We’re so grateful for all they do! ❤️

10/16/2026

⚽ A crosstown matchup with extra minutes of excitement! Northeastern and Pasquotank County High School battled through overtime in this week’s men’s soccer match, ending in a tie. Check out the action!

See more district-wide athletic coverage on our Athletics Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/ecppsathletics/

10/15/2026

🤍 Principal Appreciation Month continues...

Today's Super Star:

✨ Principal Jessica Prayer of Northside Elementary School! 🎉

📚 Years in Education: 20
🏫 Years with ECPPS: 18
🐻 Favorite School Tradition: Bear Day and Field Day
🌺 Fun Fact: Grew up on the island of Oahu!
❤️ Favorite Pastime: Spending time with family and friends
☀️ Favorite Part of the Day: Morning drop-off
🌱 Words of Encouragement: “Learning is always the opportunity to grow!”

What Makes Principal Prayer Stand Out?

Principal Prayer leads with vision, compassion, and a passion for lifelong learning! She believes every student deserves to know someone believes in them. Whether she's teaching a lesson alongside students or encouraging her staff to grow, she leads by example! Her commitment to preparing students for the future and fostering a supportive school community makes Northside a place where everyone can thrive!

Thank you, Principal Prayer, for your inspiring leadership, dedication, and commitment to empowering students and staff!

As Jessica would say — “Learning is always the opportunity to grow!” ❤️🐻