Good morning and happy Thursday!
In an unusual turn of events, I have recently made headlines myself. My high school newspaper decided to run an article on students who had their parents as teachers while they were in school. That's right — I was one of those lucky teenagers that got to have their parents' watchful eye on them both at home and in the classroom.
My mother did not only teach at my high school. She also taught at my middle school. While most adolescents would slouch while giving a pesky side-eye at the idea of having their mom in their school, I can honestly say the two of us greatly enjoyed it. We were kind of like a Gilmore Girls/The Wonder Twins crossover episode. Plus, not many students can say they've seen their teachers gossiping over wine on their front porch.
Teachers made headlines in a different way yesterday with the March for Students and Rally for Respect held in Raleigh by the N.C. Association of Educators over teacher pay and resources.
The Rundown
- Men's golf survives and advances to the NCAA tournament thanks to a -10 third round by the team to break a fifth-place tie.
- COLUMN: Long summer days do not mean slow season for sports. Our sports editor wants you to be grateful for the sports cornucopia we are currently enjoying.
Way-Back Machine
It's ~Throwback Thursday~. Here are some gems pulled out of the archives dealing with some of the same issues of today.
- November 2012 - In honor of the men's golf team's recent success, here is a profile of Keagan Cummings, a UNC golfer that came all the way from Dublin to make his American debut.
- September 2012 - Teacher pay in North Carolina is not a new topic. Back in 2012, teachers were concerned over legislation involving performance-based pay.
- November 2012 - Like to complain about the student section for men's basketball now? Carolina Fever used to require a $20 membership fee.
Events
May 17-Carolina Adopt-A-Bulls at Bark at the Bosh-See the Heels in their last ACC series against Virginia Tech and, more importantly, bring your dog! (Boshamer Stadium)
May 18-Glow Night at TreeRunner!-Go feel like you're in the freakin' future with the glowed-up zip line and climbing experience. (Treerunner Raleigh Adventure Park)
May 19-Family Fun Fest & Low-Cost Rabies Clinic- This vet stop meets summer festival will bring you the conveniently odd combination of face painting and Animal Control Show and Tell.(Rogers Road Community Center)
May 19- Get Sad Y'all-Get your eyeliner and beanies ready, the Local 506 is hosting an Emo Night for all y'all sad bois in the Raleigh area looking for some tunes. (Local 506)
May 19- Artsplosure- Looking to get cultured with the whole family? Raleigh is celebrating spring with their 39th annual arts festival featuring music, artist's market and a kid zone.(Fayetteville St)
May 19-Beer & Bacon Festival- Maybe art isn't your thing, but you still want to get in the festival spirit. Come enjoy over 75 bottomless craft beers and 15+ tasting stations. (Booth Amphitheater)
May 20-Empanada Extravaganza-This event looks to be just as fun as the name itself. Try a plethora of food truck empanadas and vote for your favorite! (Durham Central Park)
"It will test your head... and your mind... and your brain, too."
Dewey Finn
