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Bobcat pride was on full display as Jenkins Elementary students recently participated in the inspiring Special Olympics!
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Jenkins Elementary Bobcats explored the world of work during our Career Day Celebration! The day brought together a dynamic group of community professionals who generously shared their time, experiences, and passion with our students.
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Jenkins Elementary was buzzing with curiosity, creativity, and discovery as we welcomed students and their families to our annual Duke Energy Science Night. This special evening brought our school community together for a hands-on celebration of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).
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Bobcats celebrated Read Across America week with a circus-themed family reading night. The event was a celebration of the joy of books, themed Reading, the Greatest Show on Earth.
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Jenkins Bobcats kicked off Read Across America week by welcoming volunteer readers in classrooms throughout the school!
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Jenkins Elementary is proud to announce that Betsy Swann has been selected as our Teacher of the Year!
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Bobcats had an out-of-this-world experience during their recent field trip to the Catawba Science Center!
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We are thrilled to announce the newest addition to our staff — Amy Charlton, our new Bobcat Teacher Assistant!
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The 3rd grade Bobcats had an exciting and educational adventure at the Catawba Science Center.
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Bobcats across all grade levels joined together for a fun-filled day of competition and spirit, featuring events like Paper Plate Ice Skating, and Cup Stacking.
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Excitement filled the Jenkins Elementary Media Center as third graders received a special gift that will support their learning for years to come. On behalf of the Kiwanis Club of Hickory, Mark and Margaret Walters delivered a new dictionary for every 3rd grade Bobcat.