Newton-Conover City Schools

10/08/2026

Our October celebration continues as we honor the incredible principals who lead, support, and inspire our schools every day! Today, we are proud to spotlight Shane Whitener, Principal at Discovery High School!

This month, the "Good Vibes" at Discovery High School are coming from a brand-new tradition: their Vengeance Volleyball tournament!

10/07/2026

Please see the attached flyer for information regarding our 2nd Annual Fall Festival. Please plan to join us for an evening of fun, games and food!

10/06/2026

Behind every great athlete, team, and success story, there’s a coach who believed first.

Today, on National Coaches Day, we want to send a huge THANK YOU to all of our incredible coaches at Newton-Conover City Schools! You do so much more than teach plays and run drills. You build confidence, instill discipline, and model leadership every single day.

Thank you for your endless dedication, late nights, early mornings, and the heart you pour into our students. We appreciate you! 🙌

10/06/2026

This October, we are continuing to highlight the dedicated leaders across our district who bring positivity, passion, and purpose to our schools! Today, we are excited to spotlight Jonathan Tharpe, Principal at Shuford Elementary! 📚✨

This month, the "Good Vibes" at Shuford Elementary are coming directly from their schoolwide Reading Buddies program! This wonderful initiative brings together upper-grade and lower-grade students to build reading and math fluency through engaging, meaningful learning activities. Beyond strengthening key academic skills, students build confidence, leadership skills, and lasting friendships across grade levels.

Principal Tharpe’s daily inspiration for his school family?

"Every day is a day to be happy!" 😊❤️

Thank you, Principal Tharpe, for fostering a positive, connected, and joyful learning environment for the students and staff at Shuford Elementary!

10/05/2026

Dear N-CCS Staff, Families, and Community,

Today marks an important step in the process surrounding the proposed merger of Newton-Conover City Schools. Today was the deadline for briefs to be submitted to the North Carolina State Board of Education, and Newton-Conover City Schools submitted our brief.

We are proud of the work that went into our submission and remain confident in the position we have presented. Our message continues to be clear: Newton-Conover City Schools should remain an independent school district.

We know the strength of our schools. We know the dedication of our staff. We know the opportunities and experiences we provide our students. And we know the importance of our schools to the Newton-Conover community. We will continue to stand firmly in support of our district and advocate for what we believe is in the best interest of our students, staff, families, and community.

The next step will be for the Catawba County Board of Commissioners to submit a reply to the briefs that have been filed. The proposed merger plan is currently scheduled to be discussed at the November meeting of the North Carolina State Board of Education.
As this process continues, we will remain engaged, prepared, and committed to advocating for Newton-Conover City Schools.

We will continue to keep you informed every step of the way. More importantly, we will continue to do the work, tell our story, and stand firm in our commitment to Newton-Conover City Schools remaining an independent school district.

Thank you for continuing to stand with us and, most importantly, for continuing to stand up for our students and our community.

Together, we will continue to advocate for what is best for N-CCS.

Please use the link below to access the brief that was submitted to the State Board of Education.

N-CCS Brief Submission - https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1nxY3ZbrIClTaXV2PLpWZwxYf8Zg_VoJg

With appreciation,

Emily Shaw
Superintendent
Newton-Conover City Schools

10/05/2026

We are committed to fostering a culture of kindness & respect across all of our schools. Together, students, staff, and families can build a community where everyone feels safe, valued, and heard.

Talk to your child today about what it means to be a supportive friend. Remind them to speak with a trusted teacher or counselor if they see or experience bullying.

10/05/2026

🎪 Step Right Up! National School Lunch Week is Coming! 🥦🍎

Next week (October 12–16), we are celebrating National School Lunch Week 2026 with this year's fun theme: “Cafeteria Circus: Where Nutrition Takes Center Stage!” 🎪✨

A healthy lunch gives our students the fuel they need to excel in the classroom, on the playground, and beyond. Throughout the week, our incredible nutrition team will be serving up balanced, delicious meals to keep our kids energized and focused! 🥗🍕🥪

🎟️ Admission (Lunch) is FREE!
🗓️ When: October 12–16
📍 Where: School Cafeteria

A huge thank you to our hardworking cafeteria staff, the real ringmasters of our school day, for everything they do to nourish our students every single day!

10/05/2026

10/02/2026

On National School Custodian Appreciation Day, we send a HUGE thank you to the hard-working men and women who keep our halls spotless and safe. Starting early every morning with a smile, you keep our schools running smoothly. We appreciate you today and every day!

10/01/2026

October is National Book Month! 📚✨ Our elementary students and Superintendent Dr. Emily Shaw are diving into some great books!