"His story is a reminder that the experiences children have in their schools and communities can reach far beyond their childhood years."
- Mike Conley
“This was also made possible by the partnership between McDowell High Athletics and the McDowell Titan Booster Club."
- Nora O'Neill The Charlotte Observer
Transgender students are absorbing the consequences of a growing fight in Cabarrus County Schools, where two federal lawsuits and a Trump administration investigation are challenging how the district handles bathroom access, LGBTQ advocates say.
- Mike Conley
A welcome reception for the Appalachian State chancellor took place Thursday afternoon at the Universal Advanced Manufacturing Center, which is a part of McDowell Technical Community College.
- By MICHAEL LAVENDER Director of Communications, MTCC
McDowell Technical Community College recognized the academic achievements of students for the summer 2026 semester.
- Mike Conley
The project is designed to help children build vocabulary, comprehension, oral language and foundational reading skills during a critical stage of development.
- T. Keung Hui The News & Observer (Raleigh)
Thousands of North Carolina teachers are getting their wishes answered at the start of the new school year thanks to a financial donation worth millions of dollars.
"These awards give us an opportunity to recognize graduates whose achievements and service not only make us proud, but also inspire today’s students to see what is possible in their own lives.”
“We are very fortunate to have Brenda, Garland and Gary continuing their service to McDowell Technical Community College and to the people of McDowell County."
According to UNC Greensboro psychology professor Janet Boseovski, the foundation for how children see themselves begins as young as age 5.
Waitlists. Late-night stress. Failed class enrollments. Concerned parents. Bad schedules. Glitchy technology. Overworked instructors. These are some of the problems that plague some course registrations at UNC-Chapel Hill.
“All knowledge is good knowledge,” beekeeper Ali Iyoob said. “These mites are always changing, and it is best to stay ahead of them.”
"If you want to pursue it, go for it. Nobody's in your way but you. You are your greatest asset," she said.
North Carolina’s public schools could have an easier time recruiting and retaining educators as a result of changes to teacher licensure laws included in the recently approved state budget.
The school announced the closure Wednesday at about 2:30 p.m.
Davidson College will offer free tuition to families making $175,000 a year or less starting in 2027, the college announced Monday.
When the storm passed, he and his father climbed onto a farm tractor and began clearing fallen trees from the road between their home and the local fire department. They did not stop there.
See bright watercolors, collages made by students at Drexel Elementary and Walter Johnson Middle schools to celebrate America 250.
“These mini grants are a way to elevate teacher voice, creativity and expertise while supporting projects that can make a real difference for young children.”
The club has donated $1,500 through the McDowell Technical Community College Foundation Inc. to support scholarships and student assistance.
“Charlotte Kendall and Keri Randolph-Frisbee represent the kind of excellence we are proud to see at McDowell Tech," President J.W. Kelley said.
"Carter and Kevin represented McDowell Tech, McDowell County and North Carolina with skill, maturity and determination, and we could not be more proud of them.”
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King University cycling closed the SECC Season Opener with multiple top-three downhill and STXC finishes and now heads to Lindsey Wilson College next weekend.
- Mission Health North Carolina
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Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley delivered more than 1,500 school supplies to Northwest Elementary in Kinston as part of Governor Stein’s statewide School Supply Drive.
- NC Cooperative Extension Cabarrus County Center
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September beekeeping focuses on assessing colonies, feeding light hives, monitoring Varroa mites and protecting stored comb to prepare for successful overwintering.
- NC Cooperative Extension Cabarrus County Center
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"Our daughter has been so fortunate to have travelled her journey in McDowell County Schools, while encountering so many wonderful educators and people along the way."
“Chosen from more than 1,400 applicants, these students represent the future of rural North Carolina."
The goal of Operation Backpack is to provide all K-12 underprivileged children in McDowell County’s public schools with a new backpack and school supplies.
McDowell High School in McDowell County held its 2026 graduation ceremony on Friday, June 5.
“You have demonstrated resilience, determination, kindness, and a commitment to one another."
To support continued reading engagement and reduce summer learning loss, the school will implement a comprehensive summer reading initiative.
He credits Nebo Elementary with helping prepare him for the future by fostering academic readiness, strong character and the ability to connect with others.
“Graduation is always a special moment because it represents both an ending and a new beginning.”