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First Day, Last Year!

Welcome back, Class of 2026! Here’s to a senior year filled with milestones, memories, and moments you’ll never forget.

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Hallways: Activated!

Students are back, energy is high, and our staff is ready to make this the best year yet.

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Smiles, High-Fives, and New Beginnings!

From first waves at the bus stop to high-fives in the hallway, the first day was filled with excitement, laughter, and fresh starts.

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Your Guide to a Great Start!

A new school year brings excitement and maybe a few questions. Our Back-to-School hub has everything you need. Select the link below and check it out.

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Madison Liddle Named CCS Teacher of the Year

Madison Liddle, an Exceptional Children’s teacher at Harold E. Winkler Middle School, has been named the 2025-26 Cabarrus County Schools (CCS) Teacher of the Year. Superintendent Dr. John Kopicki made the announcement Thursday night at the conclusion of the district’s “Celebration of Excellence” ceremony held at Concord High School.

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Spring 2025 Engage CCS The Magazine

Spring 2025 Engage CCS!

Engage CCS, our quarterly publication, takes you inside the heart of Cabarrus County Schools. This isn’t just a collection of stories—it’s a celebration of the people, programs, and partnerships that make our community a vibrant place to live, learn, and grow.

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District News

August 15, 2025

The Friday Five

The Friday Five August 15, 2025 Happy Friday, Cabarrus County Schools families! We hope you've had a great first week of school!. Thanks parents, staff, and stud. . .

August 8, 2025

The Friday Five

The Friday Five August 8, 2025 Happy Friday, Cabarrus County Schools families! It's been a great summer. We can't wait to see our traditional school students bac. . .

August 7, 2025

BOE to meet Monday

The Cabarrus County Board of Education will meet on Monday, August 11th for a business meeting. The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. with a closed session following open session. The meeting will be

August 1, 2025

The Friday Five

The Friday Five August 1, 2025 Happy Friday, Cabarrus County Schools families! Welcome back to our teachers and staff who returned today! We can't wait to see ou. . .

July 31, 2025

BOE to meet Monday

The Cabarrus County Board of Education will meet on Monday, August 4th for a work session. The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. with a closed session following open session. The meeting will be held

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Career & Technical Education

In the 2023-24 school year, more than 12,000 middle and high school students in Cabarrus County participated in CTE courses while exploring 52 different career pathways that are aligned with industries in the greater Cabarrus and Charlotte Metro region.

 

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Program Choice

Over 5,100 students in Cabarrus County are currently enrolled in one of the 16 choice options offered across 30 schools.

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Family Services

Cabarrus County Schools has many community partners who support our students and families throughout the school year and beyond.

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About Us

Welcome to Cabarrus County Schools, the cornerstone of public education in Cabarrus County. As part of the rapidly growing Charlotte Metro region of North Carolina, CCS proudly serves the families of over 35,000 students, supported by a dedicated team of more than 4,300 employees. Our unified commitment to educational excellence drives us to engage minds, inspire hearts, and shape futures every day in Cabarrus County.

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