EOG Challenge Champions

The Public Schools of Robeson County is proud to recognize the winners of the 2026 EOG Challenge for their outstanding participation, achievement, and commitment to academic excellence.

This year’s “EOG Challenge School Champions” were recognized for their exceptional utilization and engagement throughout the challenge. As the top-performing schools, both campuses will receive the official EOG Challenge Trophy.

2026 EOG Challenge School Champions

  • Union Chapel Elementary School — Winning School

  • Lumberton Junior High School — Winning School

In addition to the school recognitions, PSRC is also celebrating outstanding teachers and students across the district for their accomplishments in English Language Arts, Math, and Science. Student winners received certificates and swag bags, while teacher winners received certificates in recognition of their dedication and support of student success.

“These recognitions highlight the hard work taking place in classrooms across our district each day,” said PSRC Superintendent Dr. Freddie Williamson. “We are proud of our students, teachers, and schools for their commitment to academic growth and excellence as they prepare for end-of-grade testing.”

Individual Teacher and Student Winners

School

Teacher

Student

Subject

Lumberton Jr. High

Cindy Gillespie

Freddie Morales Cortez

Science

Lumberton Jr. High

Sentoria-Latavia Felder

Ra’mel McPhatter

Math

Magnolia School

Denita Grimsley

Maria Martinez Lozano

Science

Orrum Middle School

Rachel Harris

Melanie Leggett

Science

Oxendine Elementary

Ariel Freeman

LaKenzie Jacobs

ELA

Oxendine Elementary

Shannon McNeill

Celena Rogers

Math

Parkton Elementary School

Gayon Williams

Carmelo Bethea

ELA

Parkton Elementary School

Genesis Laluna

Karen Hernandez

Math

Red Springs Middle School

Emelita Talavera

Ezequiel Juarez-Cruz

Science

Red Springs Middle School

Kelicia Barnes-Billings

Yoriflor Tecolapa Miranda

ELA

Union Chapel Elementary

Tammy Sessoms

Lacey Lobliner

ELA

Union Chapel Elementary

Tammy Sessoms

Lacey Lobliner

Math

Union Elementary School

Kimberly Hunt

Timothy Locklear

Math

District representatives visited schools on Thursday, May 14, 2026, to present awards and celebrate the accomplishments of students and educators across PSRC.

PSRC congratulates all winners and participants for their dedication and hard work. Their achievements reflect the district’s continued commitment to academic excellence and the mission of “One Team, One Goal.”

EOG School Champions

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