Parent Teacher Magazine Union County Public School Jan/Feb 2016 | Page 11
Parkwood High junior is named Student Athlete of the Month
Timothy Leckrone, a junior at Parkwood
High, has been named the Bank of North
Carolina athlete of the month for November.
In honor of Timothy’s recognition, the school
received a $250 check for the its athletic
department during a short presentation on
Nov. 24.
Timothy has a love for academics and
athletics. He has been a starter on the men’s
soccer team for three years. For the first time
in four years, the soccer team earned a third
place conference finish and a played in a playoff
game.
Timothy has also earned All Rocky River
Conference honors and All Region honors.
“His greatest attribute is his leadership ability,”
said Parkwood High Athletic Director Nelson
Garner. “Timothy is an extremely humble kid
that has earned the respect of his teammates
through his work ethic and consistent demeanor
out on the field.”
Timothy’s academic achievements are also
quite impressive. He holds a 4.6 GPA which
currently ranks him 10th in his class.
Pictured, at left, are Athletic Director Nelson Garner, Timothy Leckrone, student athlete,
Jim Brewer, Union County Area Executive for Bank of NC, Cassie Eley, Assistant Principal
for Parkwood High School and Sharon Little, Branch Manager for Bank of NC.
The Hunter Farm
...where lifelong memories are made.
It’s time to think about Summer Camp at the Farm!
Summer Camp at The Hunter Farm includes a
hands on experience working with horses, cows,
chickens, goats, pigs, fishing in the pond, harvesting
and working in the garden, nature walks and more!
Camps run from June-August.
There are ONLY 60 SPOTS TOTAL,
so sign your child up early!
13624 Providence Road • Weddington, NC 28104
704-846-7975 • thehunterfarm.org
Parent Teacher News • Jan/Feb 2016 • 9