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CMS' Auerbach named CCS Principal of the Year

Concord Middle School Principal Dr. Adam Auerbach has been named the 2026-27 Cabarrus County Schools Principal of the Year, earning the district’s top principal honor for an impressive third time.

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Senior Year Starts Here

Class of 2027, here’s to a year filled with good friends, big smiles and the kind of days you’ll be glad you had.

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Look Who’s Ready for School!

Our classrooms are full of familiar faces and a few colorful characters ready to welcome students back. We’re glad you’re here and excited to see what this school year brings.

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Explore Back-to-School Resources

Start the year with confidence. Find important dates, open house information, school supply lists, transportation resources, health requirements and more, all in one place.

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Rachel Gillcrist Named 2026-27 Teacher of the Year!

Cabarrus County Schools has named second grade teacher Rachel Gillcrist of W.M. Irvin Elementary as the district’s 2026-27 Teacher of the Year.

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Winter Issue of CCS Engage is Here!

Our Winter edition of Engage CCS The Magazine is live! Inside, you’ll find student spotlights, classroom innovations, and stories of staff and community partners helping every learner thrive. Browse rich photo features, quick data snapshots, and moments that highlight the heart of Cabarrus County Schools.

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Destination 27: Our Next Step for Student Success

We’ve refined our focus to accelerate student success and strengthen every school. See what’s new and how it all connects. #Destination27 #CCSChampions #CabCoSchools

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The Friday Five

October 2, 2026

The Friday Five

The Friday Five October 2, 2026 Happy Friday, Cabarrus County Schools families! Good afternoon: Happy Friday, happy National Custodians Day, and welcome to October! As a reminder, Friday, Oct. 9 is...

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October 1, 2026

BOE to meet Monday

The Cabarrus County Board of Education will meet on Monday, October 5th 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

BOE Legislative Agenda Committee to meet Wednesday

September 28, 2026

BOE Legislative Agenda Committee to meet Wednesday

The Legislative Agenda Committee will meet on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at the Cabarrus County Schools Education Center located at 4401 Old Airport Road, Concord NC

CCS Futures Fair is Oct. 13 at Cabarrus Arena

September 27, 2026

CCS Futures Fair is Oct. 13 at Cabarrus Arena

Join us for the 2026 CCS Futures Fair on Tuesday, October 13, at the Cabarrus Arena & Events Center! There's something for everyone from incoming kindergarten families to graduating seniors!🎓 P...

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September 25, 2026

CWES' Bowen named CCS EC Teacher of Excellence

Cabarrus County Schools has named Stacy Bowen its Exceptional Childrens Teacher of Excellence, recognizing her dedication to students with disabilities and her leadership among fellow educators.

The Friday Five

September 25, 2026

The Friday Five

The Friday Five September 25, 2026 Happy Friday, Cabarrus County Schools families! Good afternoon and happy National Teacher Assistant Day! We hope you've had a great week, we hope our traditional ...

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September 24, 2026

BOE to meet Monday for planning session

The Cabarrus County Board of Education will meet on Monday, September 28th for a planning session. The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. with a closed session following open session. The meeting will

BOE Finance Committee to meet Thursday

September 22, 2026

BOE Finance Committee to meet Thursday

The Finance Committee will meet on Thursday September 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Cabarrus County Schools Education Center located at 4401 Old Airport Road, Concord NC

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September 21, 2026

CCS posts historic academic gains in 2025-26

Cabarrus County Schools (CCS) students and schools posted historic academic gains during the 2025-26 school year, with student proficiency reaching an all-time high, a record number of schools

The Friday Five

September 18, 2026

The Friday Five

The Friday Five September 18, 2026 Happy Friday, Cabarrus County Schools families! Good afternoon! We hope you've had a great week and enjoy your weekend! There will be no school next Friday, Sept....

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Career & Technical Education

In the 2024-25 school year, nearly 13,000 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 8,900 students in Cabarrus County are currently enrolled in one of the 31 program choice options offered across our district.

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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.

Meet our Teacher of the Month

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September 2026: Juli Roach, 3rd Grade, Carl. A. Furr Elementary

“Mrs. Roach’s joy, care, and guidance have helped my once-reluctant child flourish and become eager to return to her classroom.” - a Carl A. Furr Elementary parent

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From competitive athletics and inspiring arts programs to exciting camps and dynamic clubs, there's something for everyone in Cabarrus County Schools.

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Cabarrus County Schools prides itself on providing a broad range of innovative academic programs designed to inspire and challenge our students.

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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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