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Big congratulations to North Shelby School! The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI), along with Character.org, has officially recognized North Shelby School as a State School of Character. Only two schools in North Carolina were chosen for this achievement! This honor highlights their dedication to building strong values and a positive school environment. We are so proud of them!
We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on Taylor Lovelace, a dedicated and passionate educator at Casar Elementary School. Taylor’s commitment to her students and her impactful teaching make her an invaluable member of the school community.
At Cleveland County Schools, we take pride in recognizing the extraordinary achievements of our educators. Recently, we honored a significant milestone reached by some of our finest teachers who have successfully completed their National Board Certification.
These outstanding individuals exemplify dedication to excellence and work tirelessly to support the diverse needs of our students. We are deeply grateful for the invaluable contributions they bring to our schools. Thank you for your remarkable commitment and service!
November is National Career Development Month, and Team CCS is celebrating the important work of its Career and Technical Education (CTE) department. This year, they have four Career Development Coordinators (CDCs) and two Work-Based Learning (WBL) Coordinators assisting students in high school and middle school.
Burns Middle School is celebrating an outstanding football season, capped off by a Tri-County Conference Championship! With a remarkable record of 7-1, the Burns Eagles showcased their skill, determination, and teamwork throughout the season, making their school and community proud.
It's our pleasure to announce and celebrate Tina White as our 2024 Career and Technical Education (CTE) Teacher of the Year! Mrs. White, a dedicated health science educator at Kings Mountain High School, has been an integral part of our school community and is currently in her eighth year with Team CCS. We are incredibly proud to honor her outstanding contributions to education and the lasting impact she continues to make in the lives of her students. Congratulations, Mrs. White!
We're proud to name Laura Rucker as our EC Educator of Excellence, recognizing her exceptional commitment to supporting students with diverse needs. Rucker is praised for her personal connections with students and her ability to foster both academic and social growth. Her achievements have earned her the opportunity to attend the 73rd annual Exceptional Children Division statewide conference, where she will learn more about innovative strategies for special needs education.
It's our please to showcase our 2024 "Of The Year" winners. Our Outstanding Educator finalists and winners from the district were honored at the Venue at Turkey Ridge on September 10th.
Our Ready to Read Night was a big success! We welcomed a packed house of excited parents, all eager to learn how to support their children's reading journeys. It was heartwarming to see so many families come together. While the kids had a blast watching a fun movie, the parents took part in interactive and practical reading exercises, gaining valuable strategies that can easily be incorporated into daily home routines.