At a celebratory banquet held at Rock Springs Center, Pitt County Schools announced its 2025 Principal and Assistant Principal of the Year. Megan Newman, Principal of Elmhurst Elementary School, took home the Principal of the Year honor, recognized for her 14 years of service as an educator and 10 years as an administrator. Newman emphasized the daily challenges and rewards of leadership, highlighting her pride in representing the Pitt County Schools community.

Assistant Principal of the Year, Katy Swain of Lakeforest Elementary, was also recognized for her 22-year career in education, which began as a dance education teacher. Both women expressed their gratitude for the support from their peers and the Pitt County educational community.