Reminder: Thursday, May 21st, is our last day of school, and it is a half day for all students! ☀️ Below are the dismissal times:

🚀 11:00 am: Newton-Conover Middle, Newton-Conover High, & Discovery High
🎒 11:30 am: North Newton Elementary, Shuford Elementary, & South Newton Elementary
🏫 11:45 am: Conover School

Kid Connection Info:
After-school care will be available starting at 11:30 am at North Newton ES, Shuford ES, South Newton ES, and Conover School.

We hope everyone has a safe and wonderful summer break! 🕶️🍦🍎
about 4 hours ago, Angie Sigmon
Last Day of School - May 21st - 1/2 day for students
Happy National Speech-Language Pathologist Day to the amazing therapists at Newton-Conover City Schools! Thank you for giving our students the power of communication and helping every voice be heard. 🧡📣
about 4 hours ago, Angie Sigmon
National speech Language Pathologist Day - May 18
Happy Mother's Day to all the wonderful moms, grandmothers, and mother figures in our Newton-Conover City Schools family! 🌸
8 days ago, Angie Sigmon
Newton-Conover City Schools wishes you a happy mother's day.
Huge congratulations to Revae Bostwick on her pinning ceremony and graduation from Appalachian State University! 🏔️✨

Revae has officially completed the NC Principal Fellows program through the Reich College of Education. This achievement is a testament to her hard work, dedication to leadership, and passion for the future of education.

We are so proud of the impact she is already making and can't wait to see her thrive as a school leader. Congratulations, Revae!
10 days ago, Angie Sigmon
Revae Bostwick and her daughter at her pinning ceremony.
Revae Bostwick and Shane Whitener at Revae's pinning ceremony.
To our incredible school nurses: thank you for your unwavering care, expertise, and the compassion you show our students every single day. 🩺💙 We are so grateful for everything you do to keep Newton-Conover City Schools healthy and strong! 🍎✨
12 days ago, Angie Sigmon
Newton-Conover City Schools - National School Nurse Day - May 6, 2026
🎒 Big Milestones Ahead! Is there a 5-year-old in your home? 🏠
It’s almost time for the Class of 2039 to start their big adventure at Newton-Conover City Schools! 🎓 We are so excited to meet our newest students and their families! 🤩

If your little one will be 5 years old on or before August 31, 2026, it’s time to get them signed up for Kindergarten Screening! 📝✨ This is such a special step in getting ready for the first day of school! 🏫🚌 See details below! 👇
13 days ago, Angie Sigmon
Kindergarten Screening
Kindergarten Screening

To the teachers who inspire, challenge, and support our students every day: Thank you for making a world of difference. 🍎 We celebrate you this week and every week! Newton-Conover City Schools is lucky to have the best. Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

14 days ago, Angie Sigmon
To our amazing teachers, Thank You! Happy Teacher Appreciation Week

📝Sign up for Summer Meals at NO COST! Summer Meal Boxes will include 5-days of meals (5 breakfasts and 5 lunches) and will be available for pick up every Wednesday from June 3rd to August 5th (excludes July 1st).

Fill out one form per child to reserve your meals today! Meals will be available for pick-up from 3:30 pm - 6 pm at Shuford Elementary.

👉English Version - https://forms.gle/BdmABzebUfUioThK8
👉Spanish Version - https://forms.gle/CLStNWV8N7tKad7A6

17 days ago, Angie Sigmon
Summer Nutrition Programs for Kids
Friday, May 1st, is National School Lunch Hero Day! Please take a moment to thank the cafeteria staff in your school for the wonderful job they do feeding our students each and every day! We appreciate their hard work and dedication!
17 days ago, Angie Sigmon
School Lunch Hero Day
We had an incredible evening at the Newton-Conover City Schools "Of the Year" Awards Banquet! It is such an honor to celebrate the dedicated professionals who go above and beyond every day!

Please join us in congratulating our amazing winners:

Teacher of the Year: Amber Travis
Principal of the Year: Elizabeth Moseley
Assistant Principal of the Year: Todd Davis
Licensed Staff of the Year: Jennifer Gambill
Classified Staff of the Year: Alicia Keene
Beginning Teacher of the Year: Kristin Wright

We are so incredibly proud of your hard work, passion, and the lasting impact you make on our students and community. Congratulations to all! 🍎✨
17 days ago, Angie Sigmon
Assistant Principal of the Year, Todd Davis, Principal of the Year, Elizabeth Moseley, Teacher of the Year, Amber Travis
Classified Staff of the Year, Alicia Keene, Licensed Staff of the year, Jennifer Gambill, Beginning Teacher of the Year, Kristin Wright

Our principals are more than just administrators; they are inspiring leaders who empower our staff and motivate our students to reach their full potential. 💪🌟 We are so grateful for the positive impact they make on our community! 🏫🎉

We appreciate all that you do!

17 days ago, Angie Sigmon
Happy School Principals Day - Thank you for your dedicated leadership and for the profound impact you have on our students' furures every single day.
N-CCS was recently awarded a Feminine Hygiene Grant through NC DPI. The grant is administered through the Healthy Schools Team at DPI. Our Student Services Team is truly grateful to have these resources available for our students.
18 days ago, Angie Sigmon
N-CCS was recently awarded a Feminine Hygiene Grant though NC DPI. The grant is administered through the Healthy Schools Team at DPI. Our Student Services Team is truly grateful to have these resources available for our students.
N-CCS was recently awarded a Feminine Hygiene Grant though NC DPI. The grant is administered through the Healthy Schools Team at DPI. Our Student Services Team is truly grateful to have these resources available for our students.
N-CCS was recently awarded a Feminine Hygiene Grant though NC DPI. The grant is administered through the Healthy Schools Team at DPI. Our Student Services Team is truly grateful to have these resources available for our students.
N-CCS was recently awarded a Feminine Hygiene Grant though NC DPI. The grant is administered through the Healthy Schools Team at DPI. Our Student Services Team is truly grateful to have these resources available for our students.
N-CCS was recently awarded a Feminine Hygiene Grant though NC DPI. The grant is administered through the Healthy Schools Team at DPI. Our Student Services Team is truly grateful to have these resources available for our students.
Our Superintendent, Dr. Emily Shaw, joined the Hal Row Show on WHKY to discuss the recent school merger and what it means for our students and community.
20 days ago, Angie Sigmon
Hal Row Show. Newton-Conover City Schools superintendent Dr. Emily Shaw discussed with Hal about the recent school merger.
Newton-Conover Community: We are sharing an important update and FAQ regarding Conover School to provide clarity, address questions, and keep our community informed as we continue to work towards solutions. Thank you for your continued support.
26 days ago, Angie Sigmon
Letter for Conover School
FAQ for Conover School

Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the amazing teams at every one of our schools and our central office! 🍎 From the front desks to the back offices, your hard work and dedication keep Newton-Conover City Schools running smoothly every single day. 📝✨

26 days ago, Angie Sigmon
Administrative Professionals Day - April 22nd

The merger plan has passed, but our fight isn't over. We need to demand a comprehensive independent study to protect our students' programs, local control, and fair representation.

Don't let a rushed decision decide your child's future. Please take 2 minutes today to email the State Board of Education and let them know we need transparency and a thorough review of the financial and educational impacts!

📧 Who to Email (our state board members):
Copy and paste these addresses into your "To" field:

Maurice "Mo" Green: mo.green@dpi.nc.gov
Eric Davis: eric.davis@dpi.nc.gov
Alan Duncan: alan.duncan@dpi.nc.gov
Rachel Hunt: rachel.hunt@dpi.nc.gov
Brad Briner: brad.briner@dpi.nc.gov
Dr. Olivia Holmes Oxendine: olivia.oxendine@dpi.nc.gov
Reginald Kenan: reginald.kenan@dpi.nc.gov
Jill Camnitz: jill.camnitz@dpi.nc.gov
J Wendell Hall: jwendell.hall@dpi.nc.gov
John Blackburn: john.blackburn@dpi.nc.gov
Catty Moore: catty.moore@dpi.nc.gov
Dr. Janet Harmon Mason: janet.mason@dpi.nc.gov

27 days ago, Angie Sigmon
Please contact your state board members to let them know your thoughts on the merger.
It’s National Volunteer Week, and we want to share a huge THANK YOU with the amazing volunteers across our district! 🌟 From the classroom to the sidelines, your dedication helps our Newton-Conover City Schools students shine every single day. ❤️📚🙌 #NCCS #NationalVolunteer Week
28 days ago, Angie Sigmon
national volunteer Week April 19-25. Thank you
N-CCS Director of Exceptional Children and Preschool Services, Jessica Sherrill, completed the Advanced Pathway of the Office of Exceptional Children Leadership Institute hosted by the NCDPI. This achievement was the result of a two-year commitment. The program covered advanced topics and strategies in SPED leadership while also supporting Communities of Practice workgroups. Topics included Systems Thinking and Strategic Planning, Utilizing EC Data for Data-driven Innovation, Fiscal Management, and supporting High-Performing Teams. Congratulations, Jessica!
about 1 month ago, Angie Sigmon
Jessica Sherrill being recognized for completing the Advanced Pathway of the Office of Exceptional Children Leadership Institute hosted by NCDPI.
Jessica Sherrill being recognized for completing the Advanced Pathway of the Office of Exceptional Children Leadership Institute hosted by NCDPI.

📢 Save the Date: Commissioners Meeting
We invite all members of our community to attend the upcoming Commissioners Meeting on Monday, April 20th.

At this meeting, the commissioners may vote on the proposed merger plan. This is a critical moment for our district, and we encourage you to attend to stay informed. Please be sure to arrive early.

📅When: Monday, April 20th
📍Where: Catawba County Justice Center, Board of Commissioners Meeting Room, 2nd Floor
🕒Time: 7:00 PM

about 1 month ago, Angie Sigmon
Merger Information
Merger Information

NEWTON-CONOVER CITY SCHOOLS BOARD OF EDUCATION

Reminder!

The N-CCS Board of Education held its regular meeting on April 13 at 5:30 p.m. in place of the April 20 meeting, due to a scheduled Catawba County Commissioners meeting that evening at 7:00 p.m. The Commissioners are expected to vote on their proposed school district merger plan during that meeting.

Please consider attending the Catawba County Commissioners meeting to share your perspective and advocate for our district.

#smallsystembigimpact

This notice will be posted on the Newton-Conover City Schools website, social media, and at the Board of Education office.

about 1 month ago, Dawn West
Red School Board Meeting