THREE RMHS ATHLETES SIGN LETTERS OF INTENT WITH NC UNIVERSITIES

Chowan University in Murfreesboro and Queens University in Charlotte will be upping their games in 2014 when three Rocky Mount High School (RMHS) athletes arrive on their respective campuses.

Cody Smith and Will Edwards have both received scholarships to play baseball at Chowan. When asked why they chose Chowan, Smith replied, "Chowan just seemed like the best fit for me. I feel like I will get a better education there," and Edwards responded, "Their classes are smaller and seem more personal."

Carmen Richardson will be on scholarship shooting hoops for Queens.  "It felt like a home away from home. I feel blessed to have the opportunity to play college basketball."
All three players are excited about their decisions and plan to make the most of their college time.

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ALUMNUS RETURNS TO SPEAK AT SNMS

Josh Sessoms

Josh Sessoms, an upcoming sophomore and member of the North Carolina State University football team,  returned to his middle school alma mater, Southern Nash Middle School.  Josh discussed the importance of making good decisions on and off the field and making good grades throughout high school. He told the athletes, "Get your name out there, listen and follow your coaches, and set your mind to do it." 

Josh also shared academic and athletic experiences from high school and his first year in college. The stories gave the athletes a glimpse into the high expectations Josh strives to meet and exceed in the classroom and on the field. Mr. Sessoms said he wants to be able to look back on his life and know what he did was done the right way.

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