Pender County Schools Superintendent Dr. Brad Breedlove was named 2027 Southeast Region Superintendent of the Year and is a statewide finalist.
Education Articles
Todd Hewitt Wins Corning STEM Award
Todd Hewitt of Topsail Middle School in Hampstead, NC, is named 2026 Corning STEM Educator of the Year for innovative robotics teaching.
Building Holly Ridge’s Workforce Future
Coastal Carolina Community College is planning a new workforce development center at Camp Davis Industrial Park to prepare skilled workers for the growing industries shaping Holly Ridge’s future.
Topsail Band Headed to London
Topsail High’s Marching Pirates were invited to perform in the 2028 London New Year’s Day Parade, representing Topsail and Pender County Schools.
Breedlove Honored Regional Superintendent
Pender County Schools Superintendent Dr. Brad Breedlove is named Regional Superintendent of the Year for leadership and commitment to public education.
Past Articles
PCS Honors Educators at Awards Banquet
Pender County Schools honored top educators at its Awards Banquet, naming Teacher, Beginning Teacher, Principal and Assistant Principal of the Year.
PCS Seeks Input on New School Mascots
Help Pender County Schools choose mascots for J.H. Lea Elementary and Middle—take the community survey open through November 12, 2025.
New Clear Bag Policy for PCS Events
Clear bags are now required at Pender County high school events to improve safety and speed up entry for all attendees.
Pender County Wall of Fame Welcomes 3
Three influential leaders were inducted into the 2025 Pender County Wall of Fame, honoring their impact on education and the local community.
CFCC Teen Career Camps: Burgaw & Surf City
Register now for CFCC’s career exploration summer camps in Burgaw and Surf City—hands-on learning for teens in public safety, healthcare, tech, and more.
CFCC Business Program at Surf City Campus
Discover Cape Fear Community College’s new Business Basics Certificate at Surf City campus, launching Fall 2025 to kickstart your business career.
Dr. Oates is Director of Elementary Ed
Dr. Sonya Oates, with extensive experience in education, is appointed as the Director of Elementary Education in Pender County, focusing on collaboration and student success.
Rhonda Smith Named Principal of CFE
Rhonda Smith steps into her new role as Principal of Cape Fear Elementary School, bringing over 25 years of educational experience and a commitment to student success in Pender County.
Expanding for Education
Pender County Schools breaks ground on its new K-8 school with a capacity to serve more than 2,300 students.
Honoring a Beloved Coach
Topsail High School renames its gymnasium to honor the legacy of Jamie Rochelle.