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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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Kindergarten Registration - Fall 2026

Kindergarten is where small hands grow big ideas and where bright futures take root every single day. Before the first bell ever rings, it all begins with kindergarten registration.

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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

May 15, 2026

The Friday Five

The Friday Five May 15, 2026 Happy Friday, Cabarrus County Schools families! We've reached the final Friday of the 2026-27 school year. Graduation and end-of-school season is upon us. Reminder: Nex...

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May 7, 2026

BOE to meet Monday

The Cabarrus County Board of Education will meet on Monday, May 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

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April 30, 2026

BOE to meet Monday

The Cabarrus County Board of Education will meet on Monday, May 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 at

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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.

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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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