Maiden High School issued the following announcement on Feb. 28
The time is here! Good luck to our juniors taking the ACT on Tuesday, March 1.
Eat a good breakfast, get a good night’s sleep, and be confident!
Trust yourself, you know more than you think you do.
Original source can be found here.
Hickory City Schools expressed disappointment after county commissioners advanced a plan to merge three school systems. Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Griffin said advocacy efforts would now focus on state-level decisions. The district urged continued community engagement as final approval rests with the State Board of Education.
Hickory City Schools is offering free summer meals to children ages 18 and under starting May 28. Families can choose between weekly meal pick-up or daily onsite options at local community centers. Registration is required for weekly pick-ups.
Newton-Conover City Schools is requesting quotes from vendors for ice cream products that meet federal nutrition standards during the upcoming school year. Proposals are due by April 24, 2026.
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