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Youth Participate in MCC’s Culinary Camp

July 29, 2022

Seventeen youth participated in a four-day cooking event held at Montgomery Community College in July. The Recipe for Success Summer Culinary Camp was funded by a North Carolina Community College Adult Educators Association “Lead the Way” Grant. The Montgomery County chapter of Communities In Schools and Montgomery County Schools partnered with MCC to offer this camp free-of-charge to young students aged 10 to 14. Students prepared meals and dined together each day, ultimately compiling a take-home cookbook with nutritious recipes such as omelets, protein snacks, guacamole, spaghetti and more. The camp taught students about kitchen safety, cooking healthy meals on a budget and encouraging family participation. Meredith Massey, culinary instructor

MCC Pins this Year’s Nursing Classes

May 16, 2022

Seventeen students, eight with an Associate Degree in Nursing and nine from the Practical Nursing program received a commemorative pin, a nurse’s cap as well as a pottery and candle keepsake to remember their accomplishments. Graduates include Kaylee Allred Barker, Caleb Reece Burris, Brittany Carol Coats, Mason Bryant Coble, Amber Jewell Coffman, De’Shari Renita Griffin, Jennifer Jones Haywood, Cecilia Ericka Horner, Kaylea Cheryl Joines, Zoe Speer Kendall, Cassidy Nicole Messer, Michelle Miller Morgan, Lindsi Staley Morton, Kenzie Alexis Smith, Taylor Grace Stutts, Brittany Kirk Vaughn and Sarah Mesimer Wilkinson. Marietta Abernathy, Chief Nurse Executive and Lisa Eaves, Director of Nursing, both with Atrium Health Stanly, were on hand to present

MCC Celebrates BLET Graduates

May 4, 2022

Eight Basic Law Enforcement Training students celebrated their graduation from MCC’s BLET program on the evening of May 3, 2022. Jason Cranford, Rosie Garcia, Evan Grady, Ashley Hogan, Chris Maness, Brandon Moore, Samuel Richardson and Leslie Wright received their certificates of completion with family members, friends, college administration and trustees in attendance. BLET Program Director Pete Herron, in his seventh year with the College, welcomed sponsoring agencies, law enforcement guests, instructors, volunteers and alumni of the program dating back to 1977. “This year’s class is exceptional,” said Herron. “Their test scores and performance are among the highest we have ever seen, and we are very proud of their accomplishments.” In

MCC Releases Summer Camp Offerings

May 3, 2022

The following summer camp classes are open to kids age 10-14. Dates, specific times and costs vary, email ce-registration@montgomery.collegeinbound.com or call 910-898-9672 to register. Recipe for Success, July 18-21, 9am – 4pm, $40 This culinary camp will focus on basic kitchen safety along with how to prepare quick, healthy snacks and easy meals. Our goal is for campers to learn that preparing quick meals at home is not only doable but will allow them to become healthier and more involved as a family! Pottery, July 25-28, 9am-Noon, $40 Campers will use pinch, coil, and slab techniques along with stamps, cutters, and molds to create fun and unique projects. Campers will

MCC Inducts Students into Honor Society

April 27, 2022

Thirty-one Montgomery Community College students were inducted into its Phi Theta Kappa honor society on April 26th, including several students from prior years who weren’t able to enjoy an in-person ceremony due to pandemic constraints. The purpose of the honor society is to promote scholarship, the development of leadership and service and the cultivation of fellowship among qualified students. Inductees have worked hard to meet the eligibility for Phi Theta Kappa, completing at least 12 semester hours of associate degree general education course work with a grade point average of 3.5. They also adhere to the school code of conduct and possess recognized qualities of citizenship. In addition to pledging

MCC Golf Tournament Funds Scholarships

April 27, 2022

MCC’s 24th annual golf tournament fundraiser provided over $17,000 in funds to support the MCC Foundation and the academic endeavors of Montgomery Community College students. The event, which took place April 8th at Densons Creek Golf Course in Troy, featured 16 teams of four players. “This year’s event represents our second-highest fundraising effort to date,” explains Korrie Ervin, MCC’s Director of Resource Development. “Funds from this event will support student scholarships, faculty and staff support, summer camps, diversity events and much more. We appreciate the generosity of our sponsors, the big-hearted nature of the individuals who play each year, and the volunteers who attend to make the event a success.”

MCC Celebrates Winterfest

March 7, 2022

After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19 restrictions, the MCC campus was once again buzzing with activity during the College’s Winterfest celebration. On February 28th the campus eased its mask-wearing requirements, so not only were students and employees present, they were sporting smiles and completely visible to one another. “It was just so good to finally be together again and see people’s faces,” said Korrie Ervin, MCC’s Director of Resource Development. “We’ve been cooped-up and covered for months, I think we were all ready to get back to normal.” The weather cooperated with temperatures in the 70s, which was much appreciated by College President Dr. Chad Bledsoe. Bledsoe was the

MCC to Sponsor Local FFA Chapter

February 2, 2022

Montgomery Community College Career and Technical Education Program announces that the MCC Sustainable Agriculture Department is sponsoring the Montgomery Central FFA Chapter as a curriculum-connected opportunity for eligible students. The chapter honors the name of the local high school, but has historical ties to previous FFA chapters in the county. Though the name change is recent, the chapter’s charter number (NC0023) is one of the earliest of more than 300 current chapters in the state. MCC Sustainable Agriculture Department Chair, Mrs. Kim Johnson, will serve as chapter advisor. A special event recognizing the Montgomery Central FFA Chapter is planned for Thursday, March 24th, at 7:00 pm, on the campus of

MCC Celebrates Manufacturing Day

November 16, 2021

After a year off due to COVID, MCC was thrilled to welcome area companies back to campus to celebrate Manufacturing Day 2021. Six businesses and two providers were on hand to meet with hundreds of MCHS and MCC students to promote the exciting careers awaiting them right here in Montgomery County. Autumn Care of Biscoe, Carolina Aseptic, Jordan Lumber Company, McRae Industries, Mohawk Industries and Troy Lumber Company joined Apprenticeship Montgomery and NCWorks set up booths beneath a large white tent, meeting students MCHS juniors and seniors throughout the day on October 28th. Discussions focused on open positions, employee benefits, company culture, generous pay, flexible schedules and career growth. Freshmen

MCC Foundation Hosts Fourth Annual Shooting Clay Tournament

November 16, 2021

Ten teams comprised of 40 shooters headed down to Ellerbe on a gorgeous fall day for the MCC Foundation’s fourth annual Shooting Clay Tournament. DeWitt’s Outdoor Sports hosted the competition which featured 14 shooting stations with two shooting boxes at each station. The course, over a mile long, winds through wooded areas, fields and duck pond habitats. The annual contest also offers a flurry shoot, where all team members aim at clays released simultaneously from DeWitt’s state-of-the-art automated traps. “This event is one of our favorites,” explains Korrie Ervin, MCC’s director of Resource Development. “The weather is always spectacular, and after missing last year’s event due to COVID restrictions, it

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MCC Celebrates Winterfest

MCC to Sponsor Local FFA Chapter

MCC Celebrates Manufacturing Day

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