NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – There will be an informational meeting for parents and students next week about the Ashley High School Marine Science Academy.

The new program provides a unique college-level experience by offering the equivalent of two introductory marine science courses usually taken during the first college year.

According to the New Hanover County School System, the Academy will prepare the next generation of marine scientists through:

The following is a news release from New Hanover County Schools spokersperson Valita Quattlebaum:

The 2013 Regional Science Fair was held on February 9, 2013, at the University of North Carolina-Wilmington. 

More than 14 different school districts, as well as various private schools, were represented at the fair.

This year, 75 awards and special awards were presented to the approximately 180 students who participated.

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – NC House Representative Susi Hamilton will speak to students at an area elementary school Friday, according to a New Hanover County School System spokesperson.

From 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., Hamilton will speak to fifth grade students at Bradley Creek Elementary School about being a Representative, women serving as elected officials, and more.

Her speech ties in with students learning about the branches of government and women in politics in their school curriculum.

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