Cumberland County Schools Coverage

'This is their Super Bowl': 500 students take the stage for a 'very special' talent show

The 40th Annual Very Special Arts Festival is a chance for exceptional children in Cumberland County Schools to take the stage and shine.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Ecstasy pills, handgun and ammo found at South View High School

Ecstasy pills, ammunition and a handgun were found Wednesday on campus at South View High School in Hope Mills.

Student projects heading to the International Space Station

On Tuesday, students in Cumberland County competed for the opportunity to send their science projects to the International Space Station in the 3rd annual STARward STEM Design Challenge.

Cumberland County, school board weigh new sites for Fayetteville's E.E. Smith High School

The future of E.E. Smith High School is still up in the air, but the campus community got some comfort in the form of a visit from Gov. Roy Cooper on Tuesdsay.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

E.E. Smith High School's future location a big focus for for county commissioners, school board

The future of E.E. Smith High School is up in the air as the county and the school board evaluate possible sites, including Fort Liberty.

Artificial intelligence chatbot could help NC students with mental health support

School leaders in Cumberland County are using Artificial Intelligence to help students deal with mental health issues.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Artificial intelligence chatbot could help NC students with mental health support

School leaders in Cumberland County are using Artificial Intelligence to help students deal with mental health issues.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Artificial intelligence provides mental health support to students in NC

School leaders in Cumberland County are using Artificial Intelligence to help students deal with mental health issues.

Parent's heated confrontation with school bus driver the latest instance of adults illegally boarding buses in Cumberland County

It's against the law for anyone, except students and school personnel, to be on a school bus. A recent argument between Rayshawn Whitfield and a bus driver was caught on the bus security camera and led to charges.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Cumberland County deputy reiterates need for parents to stay off bus

A Cumberland County parent was charged with trespassing after coming onboard a school bus on Friday morning.

Fayetteville woman arrested after getting on school bus

Deputies with the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office arrested and charged Bobbi Jo Keel, 51, of Fayetteville, with trespassing on a Cumberland County school bus.

WRAL staff

Fayetteville high school operates on Code Yellow lockdown Monday after student makes threat on social media

A Fayetteville high school was under a Code Yellow lockdown on Monday after a student made a threat on social media.

WRAL staff

E.E. Smith High School's future up in the air amid decades-long legacy in Fayetteville

When you talk about the possibility of relocating E.E. Smith High School, it's emotional for many in Fayetteville, impacting a legacy going back decades.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Plans to relocate E.E. Smith High School under fire from alums, community

E.E. Smith High School is nearly 100 years old. If plans to build a new school are approved, big changes could be in store for the community.

On cam: NC superintendent honored with indoor parade

Students and faculty at Cumberland County Schools honored this year's Superintendent of the Year, Dr. Marvin Connelly, Jr., with a special indoor parade.

Dr. Marvin Connelly Jr. honored as North Carolina Superintendent of the Year

Dr. Marvin Connelly Jr. has been named 2024 A. Craig Phillips North Carolina Superintendent of the Year.

Ashley Rowe, WRAL anchor/reporter

Teachers say Cumberland County students face unique challenges

Teachers spent Friday putting the finishing touches on their classrooms in anticipation of the arrival of their students. It's been three years since the COVID pandemic shut down schools and forced students to learn from home. Teachers say that time away from the classroom has created some unique challenges.

Wake County sees some bus delays up to 45 minutes on first day of school

One bus to South Garner High School was delayed by one hour, and two buses had mechanical issues, causing delays up to 40 minutes.

WRAL staff

Cumberland County preps for new school year

Nearly 50,000 students in Cumberland County will head back to school on Monday.

Back to school: Nearly 50,000 students set to return to Cumberland County Schools

Nearly 50,000 students in Cumberland County will head back to school on Monday.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Cumberland County teacher arrested for alleged sex crime against child

Darnell James Tyner is suspended with pay pending the outcome of the investigation, according to the school system.

WRAL Staff

Lead found at Cumberland County elementary school

Lead was found at a Cumberland County elementary school.

Suspended principal reassigned to a different school in Cumberland County

The Fayetteville Observer reports a Cumberland County principal who was suspended in May during an investigation into an undisclosed matter has been reassigned to a different school.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Cumberland high school students get focused on careers through summit

Roughly 200 students from four high schools joined a youth summit on Thursday in a partnership between Cumberland County Schools and Fayetteville State University.

High school students look for career track stewarded by Fayetteville entrepreneurs

Roughly 200 students from four high schools joined a youth summit on Thursday in a partnership between Cumberland County Schools and Fayetteville State University.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter