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IN PICTURES: Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremonies

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 18:32:55 GMT

We had photographers at every graduation ceremony, and they captured some awesome moments that celebrate the Class of 2024.

Seniors earn academic, perfect attendance honors

Fri, 24 May 2024 20:06:03 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ announces the seniors who earned valedictorian, salutatorian, and perfect attendance honors for 2024.

Administrative appointments and transfers for 2024-2025

Thu, 23 May 2024 12:11:50 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ has announced school administration appointments and transfers for the 2024-2025 academic year.

High schools to conduct graduation ceremonies

Fri, 10 May 2024 18:00:03 GMT

It’s graduation time for the Class of 2024. More than 2,000 seniors will graduate from ��èAV��Ƶ this year.

Meet our Star Teachers and Star Students for 2024

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 21:05:07 GMT

Each high school selected a Star Student for the Class of 2024. Find out who the Star Students selected as this year’s Star Teachers.

Awards presented to ‘Of the Year’ winners

Fri, 03 May 2024 19:53:34 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ is proud to announce its “Of the Year” award recipients for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Teachers honored for national certification

Wed, 08 May 2024 19:15:25 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ honored 11 teachers for earning National Board Certification during a ceremony held April 11.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, April

Thu, 09 May 2024 14:28:45 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of April of 2024.

Finalists announced for Evening of Excellence

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 13:02:08 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ has announced the top five finalists for its annual “Of the Year” awards, which will be presented on May 2.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, March

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 19:43:17 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of March of 2024.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, February

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 14:20:23 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of February of 2024.

Schools capture the spotlight at Showcase and Parent Fair

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 16:26:52 GMT

Families from across ��èAV��Ƶ County had the opportunity to learn about what our 56 schools have to offer for students.

Cramerton sixth grader wins district spelling bee

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 14:40:02 GMT

Lawrence Martin spelled "cataclysmic" correctly to win the ��èAV��Ƶ Spelling Bee and will go on to the regional competition.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, January

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 17:47:58 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of January of 2024.

��èAV��Ƶ County hosting regional band clinic

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 17:25:38 GMT

Twenty students are representing ��èAV��Ƶ in the South Central All-District Band Clinic.

Students inducted into Technical Honor Society

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 21:00:46 GMT

More than 340 high school students have been inducted into the National Technical Honor Society for the 2023-2024 year.

Board of Education appoints new superintendent

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 21:07:59 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education has appointed Dr. Morgen A. Houchard as the new superintendent of ��èAV��Ƶ.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, December

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 20:53:32 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of December 2023.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, November

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 16:16:45 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of November 2023.

Fanfare features marching band performances

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 20:14:27 GMT

The 2023 ��èAV��Ƶ Marching Band Fanfare put the focus on crowd-pleasing performances by our high school bands.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, October

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 20:43:30 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of October 2023.

Teacher takes the stage to connect with students

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 15:56:20 GMT

Bessemer City High School’s Jeremy Homesley portrays the role of villainous Major Patrick Ferguson in the “Liberty Mountain” drama.

Teachers recognized for completing G.A.L.E. program

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 15:13:23 GMT

Forty-seven teachers have completed the G.A.L.E. training program to work with academically and intellectually gifted students.

Highland named a National Blue Ribbon School for 2023

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 18:59:17 GMT

For the second time in its 23-year history, Highland School of Technology in ��èAV��Ƶia is a National Blue Ribbon School.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, September

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 16:44:26 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of September 2023.

Results show improvement in academic achievement

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 18:48:09 GMT

The test scores for 2022-2023 show that students in ��èAV��Ƶ are improving following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our back-to-school pictures and videos

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 19:38:24 GMT

Here are our pictures and videos that captured the excitement of going back to school in ��èAV��Ƶ County!

It’s back to school time for ��èAV��Ƶ

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 16:12:26 GMT

Approximately 30,000 students and more than 1,900 teachers will return to class at the district’s 56 schools to begin the 2023-2024 school year.

ON THE MENU: Information about school nutrition

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 18:38:52 GMT

Here is some important information for students and parents about eating breakfast and lunch in the school cafeteria.

Back-to-school orientation and open house information

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 18:26:39 GMT

The first day of school is Wednesday, August 16. Here is our list of school orientation and open house programs.

Administrative appointments and transfers for 2023-2024

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 19:36:20 GMT

Administrative appointments and transfers in ��èAV��Ƶ have been approved for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Board approves bonus plan for new teachers

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 15:25:38 GMT

The Board of Education has approved a bonus incentive plan that is designed to entice teachers to come work in ��èAV��Ƶ.

Laws begins time as interim superintendent

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 20:05:44 GMT

The Board of Education is welcoming Stephen C. Laws, Ed.D., to ��èAV��Ƶ to serve as the interim superintendent.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, July

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 13:44:34 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of July 2023.

Sessions intended to gain community input

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 20:16:08 GMT

The Board of Education will conduct two drop-in sessions on Saturday, July 15 to engage the public in the superintendent search process.

Students participate in Career Signing Day

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 19:06:06 GMT

Seventeen seniors in the Class of 2023 had the opportunity to sign a ‘letter of intent’ to work for one of 10 local companies.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, June

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 20:45:57 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of June 2023.

Ceremony honors new teachers, teacher assistants

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 12:23:26 GMT

Whitney Marr is the Linda Rader New Teacher of the Year and Belinda Lewis is the Teacher Assistant of the Year for 2023-2024.

Summer program offers meals for students

Tue, 30 May 2023 13:41:29 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ is providing its annual summer nutrition program at bus stops and various community sites throughout the county.

IN PICTURES: Class of 2023 Graduation Ceremonies

Wed, 31 May 2023 13:30:18 GMT

We had a photographer at every graduation ceremony, and they captured some awesome moments that celebrate the Class of 2023.

Seniors earn academic, perfect attendance honors

Fri, 26 May 2023 19:21:48 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ announces the seniors who earned valedictorian, salutatorian, and perfect attendance honors for 2023.

High schools to conduct graduation ceremonies

Tue, 23 May 2023 14:24:49 GMT

It’s graduation time for the Class of 2023. More than 2,000 seniors will graduate from ��èAV��Ƶ this year.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, May

Thu, 11 May 2023 13:26:33 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of May 2023.

Board of Education appoints interim superintendent

Mon, 15 May 2023 22:38:51 GMT

Dr. Stephen C. Laws will serve as interim superintendent while the Board of Education conducts a national search.

Meet our Star Teachers and Star Students for 2023

Thu, 11 May 2023 19:26:29 GMT

Each high school selected a Star Student for the Class of 2023. Find out who the Star Students selected as this year’s Star Teachers.

Jimmy Wayne visits his high school alma mater

Wed, 10 May 2023 15:52:08 GMT

Bessemer City High School received a special visit and $10,000 from country music singer and bestselling author Jimmy Wayne.

‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners honored

Mon, 08 May 2023 20:58:27 GMT

The ‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for 2022-2023 were honored during a ceremony at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.

Awards presented to ‘Of the Year’ winners

Wed, 03 May 2023 13:29:58 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ is proud to announce its “Of the Year” award recipients for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, April

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 15:23:06 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of April 2023.

Students selected for N.C. Governor’s School

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 16:47:09 GMT

Eighteen students have been selected to attend the 2023 session of the prestigious North Carolina Governor’s School.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, March

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 15:38:24 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of March 2023.

Students recognized for their award-winning art

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 15:41:09 GMT

Students in ��èAV��Ƶ are showcasing talent, creativity, and design ability through their award-winning artwork.

��èAV��Ƶ earns statewide recognition

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 16:29:33 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ is the recipient of the Spirit of North Carolina Award, which is presented by the United Way of North Carolina.

Competition energizes students about robotics

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 15:46:59 GMT

This year’s RoboGASTON competition featured a “Super Powered” theme and gave students an opportunity to show off their STEM knowledge.

Competitions put the focus on math and reading

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 17:55:34 GMT

Battle of the Books, Math Masters, and Math Elite provide an opportunity for students to embrace their strengths in reading and math.

Finalists named for Principal of the Year

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 20:54:40 GMT

Five employees were surprised when Superintendent Booker showed up to announce their selection as a Principal of the Year finalist.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, February

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 14:18:15 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of February 2023.

School Choice: What’s new for 2023

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 20:34:39 GMT

New this year are the Performing Arts Academy at Pinewood Elementary and the cybersecurity program at East ��èAV��Ƶ High School.

Lowell Elementary wins “Are You Smarter” competition

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 16:38:23 GMT

Lowell Elementary and Dominion Energy won this year’s “Are You Smarter Than a ��èAV��Ƶ County Fifth Grader?” competition.

Top band students take the spotlight

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 15:10:49 GMT

More than 150 high school students have emerged as ��èAV��Ƶ County’s best and will participate in the all-county band clinic.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, January

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 19:45:59 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of Janaury 2023.

Surprise announcements reveal award finalists

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 20:08:08 GMT

Superintendent Booker surprised five employees to announce their selection as a finalist for ��èAV��Ƶ County Teacher of the Year.

Band performances coming to Channel 21

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 21:39:43 GMT

Our high school marching bands took the field and gave outstanding performances. Now, they are going to be on television.

PICTURES: Schools add holiday cheer to parades

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 16:26:44 GMT

Our marching bands, cheerleaders, JROTC units, and other school groups added holiday cheer to parades across ��èAV��Ƶ County!

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, December

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 21:13:28 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of December 2022.

Board of Education holds organizational meeting

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 14:57:26 GMT

Jeff Ramsey was selected to serve again as Board of Education chairman, and Dot Cherry was selected to serve again as vice chairman.

Board of Education members honored for their service

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 20:12:59 GMT

The Board recognized members Kevin Collier, Justin Davis, and Steve Hall, who are concluding their service to ��èAV��Ƶ.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, November

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:34:09 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of November 2022.

‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for November

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 20:24:29 GMT

Meet the four outstanding students who were chosen as our ‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for November 2022.

Early College student aspires to become a surgeon

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 21:02:34 GMT

When Chandandeep Chahil graduates from high school, she also will have an associate degree in biotechnology from ��èAV��Ƶ College.

Students connect STEM to jobs of the future

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 15:42:05 GMT

W.C. Friday Middle School students were able to focus on technology-related jobs of the future through a partnership with Betabox Learning.

IN PICTURES: Marching Band Fanfare

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 21:33:44 GMT

High school bands took over the football field on Saturday, November 5 for the annual ��èAV��Ƶ Marching Band Fanfare.

Teacher assistants work to earn teaching credentials

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 15:43:07 GMT

A group of teacher assistants is working to earn a spot at the head of the class through the ‘Teacher Assistants to Teachers’ program.

Teachers recognized for completing G.A.L.E. program

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 15:05:38 GMT

Ten teachers have completed the G.A.L.E. training program to work with academically and intellectually gifted students.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, October

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 15:22:00 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of October 2022.

‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for October

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 13:51:46 GMT

Meet the four outstanding students who were chosen as our ‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for October 2022.

Program introduces students to golf

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 13:49:17 GMT

Is ��èAV��Ƶ County’s next golf pro at Lingerfeldt Elementary? It’s possible as the school is introducing students to the sport.

High school students connect with colleges

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 21:36:32 GMT

Students had an opportunity to visit with representatives from more than 70 universities as part of the ‘NC Countdown to College’ effort.

Carr Elementary teacher gets state award nomination

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 19:31:46 GMT

Katherine “Katie” Byrd of Carr Elementary is the ��èAV��Ƶ nominee for the 2023 N.C. Beginning Teacher of the Year recognition.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, September

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 14:41:11 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of September 2022.

Test results indicate rebound in academic performance

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 18:56:47 GMT

Test results for 2021-2022 indicate that students in ��èAV��Ƶ County are gaining ground on learning loss that happened because of the pandemic.

IN PICTURES: 2022-2023 Back-To-School Photos

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 20:55:29 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ had a great start to the 2022-2023 year. Check out some of the pictures that were captured at some of our 56 schools.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, August

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 16:53:18 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of August 2022.

It happened! Our first day of school

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 21:10:04 GMT

The first day happened for ��èAV��Ƶ! Find out what it was like to return to class and start the 2022-2023 year.

Teachers and students get ready for new year

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 16:33:30 GMT

Teachers have been hard at work preparing for the new school year and getting ready to welcome students back to school.

It’s back to school time for ��èAV��Ƶ

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 22:37:29 GMT

Approximately 30,000 students and more than 1,900 teachers will return to class at the district’s 56 schools to begin the 2022-2023 school year.

ON THE MENU: Information about school nutrition

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 14:30:57 GMT

Here is some important information for students and their parents about eating breakfast and lunch in the school cafeteria.

Award recognizes bus drivers for their efforts

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 17:23:23 GMT

Three drivers received the Tracey Lea Calhoun Award in recognition of their commitment to school bus and student safety.

H.H. Beam teacher chosen for Disney program

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 16:01:15 GMT

Kathryn Eisel is one of only 50 teachers in the nation to be chosen for the Disney Imagination Campus 50 Teachers Celebration.

Students participate in Career Signing Day

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 15:08:06 GMT

Six seniors in the ��èAV��Ƶ Class of 2022 signed a ‘letter of intent’ to work for one of three local companies.

Senior receives Paul Fuller mentoring scholarship

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 19:41:03 GMT

D’Myah Matthews of Stuart W. Cramer High School is this year’s recipient of the Paul Fuller Mentoring Scholarship.

Students earn gold in track and field

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 15:05:19 GMT

Four students and the Cherryville boys relay team captured NCHSAA state championships in track and field.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, June

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 18:51:32 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of June 2022.

Fundraising for the United Way exceeds $104,000

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 14:20:39 GMT

Our schools and central level departments contributed $104,000 to support local education, health, and financial stability programs.

Ceremony honors new teachers, teacher assistants

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 16:13:48 GMT

Ryan Magill is the Linda Rader New Teacher of the Year and Catina Ford is the Teacher Assistant of the Year for 2022-2023.

School goes gaga over new ball pit

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 19:51:43 GMT

Thanks to a generous donation, students at Lowell Elementary can enjoy a new gaga ball pit to play a kinder, gentler version of dodgeball.

IN PICTURES: Class of 2022 Graduation Ceremonies

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 18:50:09 GMT

We had a photographer at every graduation ceremony, and they captured some awesome moments that celebrate the Class of 2022.

It’s time for the Class of 2022 to shine!

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 18:14:30 GMT

Superintendent of Schools W. Jeffrey Booker shares a special message for students in the ��èAV��Ƶ Class of 2022.

Summer program offers meals for students

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 14:21:21 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ is offering its annual summer nutrition program at school and neighborhood locations across the county.

Seniors earn academic, perfect attendance honors

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 20:48:17 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ announces the seniors who earned valedictorian, salutatorian, and perfect attendance honors for 2022.

Superintendent earns regional recognition again

Wed, 25 May 2022 20:50:20 GMT

Dr. W. Jeffrey Booker has earned the prestigious Southwest Region Superintendent of the Year recognition for 2022-2023.

Board recognizes students for achievements

Tue, 31 May 2022 20:12:27 GMT

The Board of Education recognizes students for outstanding achievements in academics, athletics, and the fine arts.

High schools to conduct graduation ceremonies

Mon, 23 May 2022 18:39:45 GMT

It’s graduation time for the Class of 2022. More than 1,900 seniors will graduate from ��èAV��Ƶ this year.

Administrative appointments and transfers for 2022-2023

Wed, 25 May 2022 15:08:25 GMT

During the Board of Education meeting on May 23, administrative appointments and transfers were announced for the 2022-2023 year.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, May

Tue, 24 May 2022 15:49:26 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of May 2022.

Student and teacher honored for outstanding service

Fri, 20 May 2022 18:15:12 GMT

Niyah Richardson of Carr Elementary and Alice Ballard of Stanley Middle School have won the Jaycees Distinguished Service Award.

Meet this year’s Star Teachers and Star Students

Fri, 13 May 2022 19:23:38 GMT

Meet the Star Students in the ��èAV��Ƶ Class of 2022, and find out who each student selected as his or her Star Teacher.

Awards presented to ‘Of the Year’ winners

Fri, 06 May 2022 01:16:00 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ is proud to announce its “Of the Year” award recipients for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Teachers honored for national certification

Mon, 02 May 2022 15:22:02 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ honored 16 teachers at a ceremony on April 28 to celebrate their achievement of National Board Certification.

Fifth graders get a jump start on their future

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 14:42:33 GMT

Students are getting a jump start on their future, thanks to a career awareness program that focuses on healthcare and electrical technology.

Spelling champion is going to Washington

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 14:39:56 GMT

Belmont Middle School’s Rex Dover won The ��èAV��Ƶ Gazette Spelling Bee and will advance to the national competition in Washington, D.C.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, April

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 18:43:50 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of April 2022.

‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for April

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 14:42:51 GMT

Meet the four outstanding students who were chosen as our ‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for April 2022.

Students selected for N.C. Governor’s School

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 18:35:24 GMT

Seventeen students have been selected to attend the 2022 session of the prestigious North Carolina Governor’s School.

Grants presented to four CTE teachers

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 19:22:14 GMT

Four teachers received a $500 grant from Dominion Energy to bring attention to female educators in Career and Technical Education.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, March

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 15:52:48 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of March 2022.

Curtains going up on spring productions

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 14:57:39 GMT

Curtains will be raised for the first time in two years as four high schools get ready to stage a spring production.

Academy offers career exploration for students

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 20:31:04 GMT

Students at Southwest, York Chester, and Hunter Huss get to explore various job possibilities through the Career Academy.

Academy gives students a ‘good workout’

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 17:09:01 GMT

Students at Pleasant Ridge Elementary enjoy getting a ‘good workout’ that makes the school day fun, productive, and busy.

‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for March

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 15:33:15 GMT

Meet the four outstanding students who were chosen as our ‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for March 2022.

Early College receives donation from doctor

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 20:08:34 GMT

A ��èAV��Ƶia doctor has stepped up to support the new ��èAV��Ƶ Early College of Medical Sciences with a $1,500 donation.

Science fair winner going to international event

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 17:16:59 GMT

East ��èAV��Ƶ's Hannah Mullis, one of the winners in the ��èAV��Ƶ science fair, is advancing to the international competition.

Bessemer City teacher focuses on life lessons

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 16:34:43 GMT

During his career, Stan Haynes has tried to teach his students lessons in the classroom as well as ones they can take with them in life.

Five students win state championships

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 20:21:16 GMT

Five students captured N.C. High School Athletic Association state championships in swimming, track and field, and wrestling.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, February

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 19:29:46 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of February 2022.

Student receives “Yes, I Can!” state award

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 19:58:17 GMT

Timmy O’Shea is the recipient of the “Yes, I Can!” award that is presented by the N.C. Council for Exceptional Children. He is one of five winners.

Healthcare students get early start on success

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 14:57:10 GMT

Students at East ��èAV��Ƶ High School know that the school’s Health Sciences Academy can give them an early start on success in healthcare.

‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for February

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 20:35:13 GMT

Meet the four outstanding students who were chosen as our ‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for February 2022.

��èAV��Ƶ’s top band students take the spotlight

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 19:36:13 GMT

The more than 100 high school students who emerged as ��èAV��Ƶ County's best musicians participated in the all-county band clinic.

Students chosen for all-district band clinic

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 14:17:11 GMT

Ten students were chosen to represent ��èAV��Ƶ in the South Central All-District Band Clinic.

Surprise announcements reveal award finalists

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 18:02:50 GMT

Superintendent Booker surprised five employees to announce their selection as a finalist for ��èAV��Ƶ County Teacher of the Year.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, January

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 15:56:10 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of January 2022.

‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for January

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 17:59:56 GMT

Meet the four outstanding students who were chosen as our ‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for January 2022.

Band performances provide must-see TV on Channel 21

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 15:28:12 GMT

The 2021 edition of the Marching Band Fanfare is airing on Spectrum Channel 21, the Education Station for ��èAV��Ƶ.

PICTURES: Schools add holiday cheer to parades

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 18:58:30 GMT

Our marching bands, cheerleaders, JROTC units, and other school groups added holiday cheer to parades across ��èAV��Ƶ County!

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, December

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 19:14:42 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of December 2021.

‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for December

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 16:00:41 GMT

Meet the four outstanding students who were chosen as our ‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for December 2021.

Bessemer City graduate competes on ‘Jeopardy!’

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 19:14:19 GMT

Dr. Gary Hollis, a 1979 graduate of Bessemer City High School, is one of 15 professors competing in a tournament on ‘Jeopardy!’

Students chosen for state honors chorus

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 18:58:41 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ had four students to participate in the N.C. Music Educators Association’s high school honors chorus.

Duke Energy awards $20,000 for STEM education

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 18:22:44 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ is the recipient of an impact grant from Duke Energy, which will be used to support our STEM education efforts.

Early College student is the state SGA president

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 15:59:51 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ Early College student Nathan Vasquez is representing all community college students in the state as president of the N4CSGA.

Brookside Elementary student is a published poet

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 15:23:23 GMT

A student at Brookside Elementary School had her poem selected for publication in the 2021 Young American Poetry Digest.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, November

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 17:54:21 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of November 2021.

‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for November

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 20:13:20 GMT

Meet the four outstanding students who were chosen as our ‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for November 2021.

Rivals come together for ‘Pink Out’ football game

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 15:32:46 GMT

Football rivals Cherryville and Bessemer City came together in a ‘Pink Out’ game to honor the memory of teacher Teresa Henley.

Teachers ‘rock their school’ with fun lessons

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 19:55:30 GMT

Hawks Nest STEAM Academy celebrated ‘Rock Your School Day’ by transforming classrooms and surprising students with fun lessons.

Chavis students step up for high school band

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 14:41:40 GMT

Three eighth-grade students at John Chavis Middle School are preparing for their future with the Cherryville High School marching band.

Bus driver has been on the road for 40 years

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 17:53:55 GMT

Knowing that “the kids are counting on me” is what keeps Rankin Elementary bus driver Francina Burris behind the wheel.

Project creates grocery store experience for students

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 17:49:30 GMT

An Ashbrook High School student's Eagle Scout service project is providing job skills training for students at Webb Street School.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, October

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 14:44:05 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of October 2021.

Teachers chosen for program with GWU

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 17:41:24 GMT

Fourteen teachers have been chosen for a new partnership with Gardner-Webb University that will develop the next generation of leaders.

‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for October

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 14:45:04 GMT

Meet the four outstanding students who were chosen as our ‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for October 2021.

Medical-focused Early College celebrates opening

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 20:21:18 GMT

A vision that has been several years in the making is reality now with the official opening of the ��èAV��Ƶ Early College of Medical Sciences.

Good News from ��èAV��Ƶ, September

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 18:02:12 GMT

The ��èAV��Ƶ County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of September 2021.

Graduates highlight success of EMT program

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 20:09:49 GMT

Three Cherryville graduates spoke to students about how the emergency medical technology program prepared them for a job.

Students’ letters included in 9-11 display

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 13:19:38 GMT

Letters written 20 years ago by students in ��èAV��Ƶ are being used to commemorate the anniversary of 9-11.

Work done this summer to enhance schools

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:52:55 GMT

Maintenance and work crews spent time over the summer taking care of renovation and repair projects at 27 schools across the county.

Results confirm pandemic’s effect on achievement

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 20:17:07 GMT

Test results for the 2020-2021 academic year confirm that the COVID-19 pandemic had a significant effect on student achievement.

Developing a generation of school leaders

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:06:58 GMT

A new partnership with Gardner-Webb University will help ��èAV��Ƶ develop the next generation of school leaders.

Read all about it: Our first day of school for 2021-2022

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 20:06:05 GMT

On Monday, some 29,000 students returned to classrooms across ��èAV��Ƶ County to begin the 2021-2022 academic year.

It's back-to-school time in ��èAV��Ƶ!

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 17:29:00 GMT

Approximately 29,000 students and more than 1,900 teachers will return to class at the district’s 56 schools to begin the 2021-2022 school year.

Information for Parents and Employees, August 16, 2021

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 00:24:21 GMT

The Board of Education voted to require face coverings for people inside ��èAV��Ƶ facilities now through September 20.

Employees maintain spirit of giving despite pandemic

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 13:01:12 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ’ employees did not let the pandemic deter their spirit of giving as the United Way fundraising total topped $93,000.

Summer enrichment makes learning fun for students

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 18:26:44 GMT

It’s been a summer for learning in ��èAV��Ƶ. “Camp ��èAV��Ƶ” concludes this week after offering great activities for students.

Special event for retirees includes baseball

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 18:04:34 GMT

What do you get when you cross school district retirees with hometown baseball? A special celebration with the ��èAV��Ƶia Honey Hunters.

North ��èAV��Ƶ graduate wins mentoring scholarship

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 15:01:29 GMT

Theresa “Jordyn” Greene, a 2021 graduate of North ��èAV��Ƶ High School, is this year’s recipient of the Paul Fuller Mentoring Scholarship.

Atlanta Braves find a hero at Tryon Elementary

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 14:28:25 GMT

Renee Smith, a speech language pathologist at Tryon Elementary School, was named a “Community Hero” by the Atlanta Braves.

Students involved in Commissioners’ School

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 14:33:52 GMT

It’s Commissioners’ School time in ��èAV��Ƶ. The program focuses on leadership, community service, and more.

Awards presented to ‘Of the Year’ winners

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 20:29:01 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ is proud to announce its “Of the Year” award recipients for the 2021-2022 academic year.

Personnel appointments and transfers for 2021-2022

Tue, 18 May 2021 19:10:06 GMT

Here is a look at the administrative appointments and transfers that have been approved for the 2021-2022 academic year.

Student focuses on national spelling bee

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 14:41:54 GMT

Spelling bee champion James Dover is about to take another step toward the big stage. He competes this week in the Scripps Spelling Bee.

WATCH NOW: Class of 2021 graduation videos

Sat, 29 May 2021 13:13:42 GMT

You can watch each high school’s keepsake graduation video that recognizes the seniors in the Class of 2021.

Teacher focuses on STEM as Kenan Fellow

Tue, 11 May 2021 14:36:50 GMT

Vanessa Hairston of North Belmont Elementary is among 26 teachers statewide who were chosen as Kenan Fellows for 2021-2022.

JROTC cadets show appreciation in special way

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 14:06:50 GMT

North ��èAV��Ƶ JROTC cadets showed their appreciation for healthcare workers by writing notes and providing a delicious lunch.

Teachers and students recognized as stars for 2021

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 18:55:39 GMT

Meet the Star Students in the ��èAV��Ƶ Class of 2021, and find out who each student selected as his or her Star Teacher.

Teachers earn prestigious national certification

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 13:59:28 GMT

Twelve teachers in ��èAV��Ƶ have earned National Board Certification, which is the highest standard for the teaching profession.

SLIDESHOW: We salute our Teachers of the Year!

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 17:32:32 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ is proud to recognize the educators who have been chosen as their school’s Teacher of the Year for 2020-2021.

‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for April

Tue, 04 May 2021 16:00:18 GMT

Meet the three outstanding students who were chosen as our ‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for April 2021.

‘Grab and Go’ meals for our remote learners

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 18:47:21 GMT

Our “grab and go” program provides meals for students who are engaged in remote learning. Meals will be available for pickup each weekday.

Information about the reopening of schools

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 17:18:12 GMT

Here is our webpage for information and updates about the coronavirus and the reopening of schools.

School club teaches students about amateur radio

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 15:01:46 GMT

The Falcon Radio Club at Beam Intermediate is giving students an opportunity to learn about communication through the use of ham radio.

Why the fine arts are awesome in our schools

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 20:27:36 GMT

There are many reasons why the fine arts are awesome in ��èAV��Ƶ. Click to read about five of them.

‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for March

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 19:44:58 GMT

Meet the three outstanding students who were chosen as our ‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for March 2021.

Teachers get school supplies at pickup event

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 19:08:32 GMT

Teachers in ��èAV��Ƶ are getting additional school supplies for students thanks to our partnership with Classroom Central.

Students selected for N.C. Governor’s School

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 19:33:10 GMT

Fifteen students have been selected to attend the 2021 session of the prestigious North Carolina Governor’s School.

Guthrie receives lifetime achievement award

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 16:07:30 GMT

Board of Education member Dot Guthrie is the recipient of the Coretta Scott King-Virginia Hamilton Award for Lifetime Achievement.

Students win district, regional science fair honors

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 19:56:26 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ students won awards at the district and regional science fairs, and now, four of them are competing at the state level.

Highland student is a three-time state champion

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 16:33:27 GMT

A career in dentistry and a spot on Team USA are on the mind of Highland School of Technology’s Lauren Tolbert.

New school focuses on medicine and healthcare

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 18:14:51 GMT

There’s a new high school coming to ��èAV��Ƶ County, and it will provide opportunities for students with an interest in the medical field.

‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for February

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 21:32:23 GMT

Meet the three outstanding students who were chosen as our “Do the Right Thing’ award winners for February 2021.

Students use engineering to build model railroad

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 20:11:51 GMT

With its model train construction project, Bessemer City Middle School may be inspiring students to become railroad engineers.

School district pays tribute to Terry Usery

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 19:46:42 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ is paying tribute to Mr. Terry Usery, who dedicated more than 40 years of his life to public education in our community.

Students in CTE are soaring to new heights

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 20:33:37 GMT

Students in ��èAV��Ƶ are soaring to new heights when it comes to Career and Technical Education.

‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for January

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 21:31:54 GMT

Meet the three outstanding students who were chosen as our “Do the Right Thing’ award winners for January 2021.

Cherryville High earns spot on national honor roll

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 17:14:11 GMT

Cherryville is among 33 schools to achieve Level One status on the National Federation of State High School Associations’ honor roll.

Meet the finalists for Teacher of the Year

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 20:03:23 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ has announced the finalists for ��èAV��Ƶ County Teacher of the Year, 2021-2022. Click to find out who they are.

��èAV��Ƶ ranks first in Career and Technical Education

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 19:50:40 GMT

The Career and Technical Education credentials data for the 2019-2020 year provides “good news” for ��èAV��Ƶ.

��èAV��Ƶ’s graduation rate increases to 88 percent

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 20:46:38 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ' graduation rate for the Class of 2020 is 88 percent. The rate is 3.1 points higher than last year.

Board of Education holds organizational meeting

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 16:13:00 GMT

At-large member Jeff Ramsey was elected to serve as chairman, and at-large member Dot Cherry was elected to serve as vice chairman.

Hawks Nest STEAM Academy earns state honor

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 21:12:53 GMT

Hawks Nest STEAM Academy is a N.C. STEM School of Distinction and one of only 16 schools in the state to earn the model school status.

‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for November

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 17:22:02 GMT

Meet the three outstanding students who were chosen as our “Do the Right Thing’ award winners for November 2020.

Ashbrook’s Trent Sims earns Teacher Hero award

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 15:27:43 GMT

Trent Sims is the winner of the “Teacher Hero of COVID-19” award for his efforts to support his school community during the pandemic.

Positive attitude on the menu for cafeteria manager

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 20:35:40 GMT

In addition to preparing nutritious meals for students, Marie Beard says keeping a positive attitude is always on the menu.

Eight elementary schools get i-Ready recognition

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 15:29:47 GMT

Eight elementary schools earned the Distinguished School status for their use of i-Ready to engage students in remote learning.

‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for October

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 13:06:25 GMT

Meet the three outstanding students who were chosen as our “Do the Right Thing’ award winners for October 2020.

Businesses donate funds and items to schools

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 14:46:13 GMT

Two local businesses – Academy Sports + Outdoors and Office Depot – are doing their part to support our schools.

Three high schools earn sportsmanship status

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 16:59:19 GMT

For three schools, their commitment to sportsmanship has resulted in recognition from the N.C. High School Athletic Association.

W.C. Friday teacher is ready to travel and learn

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 15:52:15 GMT

Jennifer Bumgarner is ready to experience travel and learning through the Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms program.

Students named National Merit semifinalists

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 20:32:08 GMT

Three seniors have been named National Merit semifinalists, thus taking the first step toward winning a college scholarship.

Teacher earns award for community efforts

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 16:39:32 GMT

Brian Johnson is the recipient of the 2020 DENny Award, which recognizes his efforts to engage students in supporting the community.

Awards presented to ‘Of the Year’ winners

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 19:00:18 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ is proud to announce its “Of the Year” award recipients for the 2020-2021 academic year.

Improvement projects going on at schools

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 19:22:10 GMT

Thanks to the $250 million in bonds, renovation and repair projects are in the works or have been completed at more than 25 schools.

‘Do the Right Thing’ award winners for September

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 14:08:24 GMT

Meet the three outstanding students who were chosen as our “Do the Right Thing’ award winners for September 2020.

Recognition for excellence in school public relations

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 13:42:03 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ received a National Golden Achievement Award for the “Big 50 Employee Talent Show” and eight state honors.

Letter with information about COVID-19 protocol

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 16:32:36 GMT

Click to read a letter from ��èAV��Ƶ and the ��èAV��Ƶ County Department of Health and Human Services about COVID-19.

Tips to ensure the best school year possible

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 13:31:06 GMT

Here are tips for parents that highlight what can be done to help children put their best foot forward and get the most out of the school year.

It's back-to-school time in ��èAV��Ƶ County!

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 18:46:25 GMT

Here are five things to know from ��èAV��Ƶ as our students and teachers head back to school.

Work at Belmont Middle site is progressing nicely

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 17:42:48 GMT

This time next year, students at Belmont Middle School will move into a new home. Construction at the school site is progressing nicely.

Recognition for bus transportation employees

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 19:21:38 GMT

The Transportation Department recognized its employees for outstanding service and perfect attendance during the 2019-2020 school year.

Band director earns award nomination from Grammys

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 12:14:43 GMT

It is every musician’s dream to win a Grammy Award. One band director in ��èAV��Ƶ County is a step closer to making that dream come true.

Superintendent’s message for parents and employees

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 20:39:41 GMT

JULY 23: Click to read Superintendent Booker’s latest message for parents and employees with information about the reopening of schools.

Bessemer City graduate wins mentoring scholarship

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 14:45:02 GMT

Bessemer City High School graduate Chloe Lamtman-Dillon is the winner of the Paul Fuller Mentoring Scholarship for the Class of 2020.

Superintendent’s message for parents and employees

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 20:21:34 GMT

Click to read Dr. Booker’s message for parents and employees related to Governor Cooper’s announcement about the reopening of schools.

WATCH NOW: Class of 2020 graduation videos

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 17:07:04 GMT

You can watch each high school’s graduation video that recognizes and celebrates the seniors in the Class of 2020.

Seniors earn academic, perfect attendance honors

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 17:26:09 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ announces the seniors who earned valedictorian, salutatorian, and perfect attendance honors for 2020.

Singer comes home to share music with students

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 21:35:06 GMT

Maria Howell came home to ��èAV��Ƶia to share music and her story of success with students at Hunter Huss, Grier, and York Chester.

School surprises custodian with car

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 19:06:29 GMT

The holidays came early for New Hope Elementary custodian Aaron Smith. The school surprised him with a new car.

$10,000 grant will support breakfast after the bell

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 21:07:00 GMT

Thanks to a $10,000 grant, ��èAV��Ƶ will be able to make healthy meals more accessible for students

Marching bands take the field for annual fanfare

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 20:01:09 GMT

Ten high school bands took to the field and put on stellar performances during the annual ��èAV��Ƶ Marching Band Fanfare.

��èAV��Ƶ’s overall student proficiency increases again

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 19:49:03 GMT

The student proficiency rate increased slightly, and the school district experienced significant gains in science and middle school math.

W.A. Bess Elementary earns A+ School distinction

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 20:13:50 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ County has its first A+ School, and the distinction goes to W.A. Bess. The school will focus on infusing the arts across the curriculum.

Students receive Paul Fuller mentoring scholarship

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 15:01:03 GMT

Three students in the Class of 2019 received the Paul F. Fuller Scholarship, which is given to students in the mentoring program.

Anniversary culminates with “Big 50” Reception

Thu, 27 Jun 2019 14:38:58 GMT

School mentors and business/community partners were honored during the “Big 50” Reception on May 29.

Students participate in Career Signing Day

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 20:54:27 GMT

When 12 seniors in the Class of 2019 walked across the graduation stage, they had already taken a step toward having a promising career.

Outstanding seniors in the Class of 2019

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 18:41:03 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ is proud to highlight outstanding seniors (one for each high school) in the Class of 2019.

Schools name valedictorians and salutatorians

Sat, 08 Jun 2019 15:20:22 GMT

In the Class of 2019, 22 students were recognized at graduation for achieving valedictorian or salutatorian honors.

Students achieve perfect attendance records

Fri, 07 Jun 2019 21:00:17 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ has two seniors in the Class of 2019 who have achieved either 12 years or 13 years of perfect attendance.

High schools to conduct graduation ceremonies

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 18:35:25 GMT

Graduation is Saturday, June 8. This year, 2,245 seniors in the Class of 2019 willl graduate from ��èAV��Ƶ.

Ceremony honors Star Teachers and Star Students

Wed, 22 May 2019 13:32:46 GMT

The Star Students in the Class of 2019 and their Star Teachers were honored during a ceremony on May 15 at the Schiele Museum.

Accreditation and strategic planning go hand-in-hand

Fri, 17 May 2019 16:37:09 GMT

With accreditation complete, all schools have earned the “quality school” distinction. Up next is strategic planning for 2019-2024.

Employees shine during “Big 50” talent show

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 15:33:46 GMT

Employees take the stage to share their musical talent for school district’s 50th anniversary celebration.

High rankings for Career and Technical Education

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 19:24:42 GMT

The Career and Technical Education test data for the 2017-2018 school year provides “good news” for ��èAV��Ƶ.

Groundbreaking held for new Belmont Middle School

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 18:05:05 GMT

Speeches, praise, applause, and the traditional turning of dirt were the ingredients for a successful groundbreaking ceremony.

VIDEO: Mount Holly Middle students build a boat

Fri, 19 Oct 2018 19:36:27 GMT

Students in Heather Wilson’s class applied their math and science skills to participate in the ‘Build Your Own Boat’ competition.

UPDATE: Plans for the new Belmont Middle School

Fri, 19 Oct 2018 17:52:57 GMT

With a builder chosen by the Board of Education, ��èAV��Ƶ County is one step closer to getting another new school.

Cherryville student aspires to become a doctor

Wed, 17 Oct 2018 18:44:57 GMT

Juliana Vollmer dreams of becoming a doctor. She attended the Congress of Future Medical Leaders to learn more about the profession.

PICTURES: Schools celebrate with ‘Big 50 Parade’

Thu, 27 Sep 2018 21:04:28 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ observed its golden anniversary with the ‘Big 50 Parade’ on September 22 in downtown ��èAV��Ƶia.

��èAV��Ƶ remembers Dr. Ed Sadler

Fri, 17 Aug 2018 18:45:10 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ is mourning the loss of retired superintendent, Dr. Ed Sadler, who passed away unexpectedly.

‘Stuff That Bus!’ collects 4,400 school supplies

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 15:42:21 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ conducted its annual “Stuff That Bus!” school supplies collection on August 9 at Office Depot in ��èAV��Ƶia.

Students earn scholarships named for Paul Fuller

Tue, 10 Jul 2018 21:40:26 GMT

Four graduates in the ��èAV��Ƶ Class of 2018 have earned scholarships that are given in memory of Paul Fuller.

Schools name valedictorians and salutatorians

Sat, 09 Jun 2018 15:06:17 GMT

In the Class of 2018, 25 students were recognized at graduation for achieving valedictorian or salutatorian honors.

Students achieve perfect attendance records

Sat, 09 Jun 2018 14:47:13 GMT

��èAV��Ƶ has four seniors in the Class of 2018 who have achieved either 12 years or 13 years of perfect attendance.

Four students participate in Career Signing Day

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:46:21 GMT

Four soon-to-be high school graduates participated in a signing day ceremony, not to play a sport, but to take on a career.

Star Students honor their Star Teachers

Wed, 18 Apr 2018 14:16:12 GMT

The annual Star Teacher-Student Awards ceremony sponsored by ��èAV��Ƶ and The ��èAV��Ƶ Gazette was held April 11.

School mentor has big influence on student’s life

Tue, 10 Feb 2015 20:47:07 GMT

When David Landrum first volunteered as a ��èAV��Ƶ mentor, he was introduced to a boy who was almost too shy to come out of the kindergarten classroom. Today, that once-timid student is a more confident and talkative eighth grader, who is looking forward to high school and thinking about what to do after graduation.