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Due to the predicted snow, there will be no school (virtual or in-person) or Quest on Friday, 1/8/21. Enjoy the snow!
Latest News & Social Media
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School News
![Homework]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1609878292/catawbaschoolsnet/ftgueez03pyc1zea82qc/HomeworkHotline.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1609878292/catawbaschoolsnet/ftgueez03pyc1zea82qc/HomeworkHotline.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1609878292/catawbaschoolsnet/ftgueez03pyc1zea82qc/HomeworkHotline.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609878292/catawbaschoolsnet/ftgueez03pyc1zea82qc/HomeworkHotline.jpg","width":960}])
Beginning on January 11th Oxford will be offering a Homework Hotline. Students and/or parents may access certified teachers from 6:00pm - 7:00pm Monday through Thursday. We hope that this hotline will be a convenient way for us to partner with parents to support students learning.
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There will be NO change to in-person learning at this time. Please stay home if you are sick. Learn the procedure to return to school after a COVID-19 case or exposure.
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January Newsletter
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Enjoy this video of the Grinch STEM Challenge participants.
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There is a 2-hour delay for staff, students, and QUEST for Thursday. Please click to see more details.
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The superintendents of all three school systems in Catawba County have an important message for our community.
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Announcing the 2020 Winners of the Superintendent's Christmas Card Contest!
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Enjoy this fun video of our staff dressed up for the holidays!
District News
![Drive in Christmas Concert at Maiden High School's Right-hand Parking Lot]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1607711802/catawbaschoolsnet/wphvhvlnjue66gk4mudv/MHS_Drive-in-Christmas-Concert.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1607711802/catawbaschoolsnet/wphvhvlnjue66gk4mudv/MHS_Drive-in-Christmas-Concert.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1607711802/catawbaschoolsnet/wphvhvlnjue66gk4mudv/MHS_Drive-in-Christmas-Concert.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1607711802/catawbaschoolsnet/wphvhvlnjue66gk4mudv/MHS_Drive-in-Christmas-Concert.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1607711802/catawbaschoolsnet/wphvhvlnjue66gk4mudv/MHS_Drive-in-Christmas-Concert.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1607711802/catawbaschoolsnet/wphvhvlnjue66gk4mudv/MHS_Drive-in-Christmas-Concert.jpg","width":2200}])
Join us at the Maiden High School right-hand parking lot on Tuesday, December 15, at 6:00 PM, for a Drive-In Christmas Concert. Tune in to 87.9 FM.
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Attention Parents of Students with Exceptionalities: we want your feedback on how remote and blended learning has worked for your child during Fall 2020.
![Board of Education 12/7/20 Update and Photos]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1607469602/catawbaschoolsnet/b9ucdxfx9omy6lfbkihz/2020-12-07-BOE-Meeting.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1607469602/catawbaschoolsnet/b9ucdxfx9omy6lfbkihz/2020-12-07-BOE-Meeting.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1607469602/catawbaschoolsnet/b9ucdxfx9omy6lfbkihz/2020-12-07-BOE-Meeting.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1607469602/catawbaschoolsnet/b9ucdxfx9omy6lfbkihz/2020-12-07-BOE-Meeting.png","width":1200}])
Enjoy a short slideshow of yesterday evening's events welcoming our newest board members and honoring our past members, including Mrs. Beth Gordon Isenhour's 37-year service with our district.
![Board of Education Meeting Announcement]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1597768020/catawbaschoolsnet/hhsknycuz5dmnsyrmg8r/SchoolBoardMeeting.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1597768020/catawbaschoolsnet/hhsknycuz5dmnsyrmg8r/SchoolBoardMeeting.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1597768020/catawbaschoolsnet/hhsknycuz5dmnsyrmg8r/SchoolBoardMeeting.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1597768020/catawbaschoolsnet/hhsknycuz5dmnsyrmg8r/SchoolBoardMeeting.png","width":1200}])
There will be a regularly scheduled Board of Education Meeting on October 26, 2020, at 5:30 PM, in the boardroom.
There will be a Board of Education school visit at Bunker Hill High on November 16, 2020, at 12 PM, followed by a regular meeting.
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Thursday, November 12, 2020, will now be a Remote Learning Day for all staff and students. QUEST will be closed.
![A salute to our veterans by St Stephens High School English Learner Students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1605052588/catawbaschoolsnet/pcri69tncpzfkzek85yd/Veterans-Video-SSHS.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1605052588/catawbaschoolsnet/pcri69tncpzfkzek85yd/Veterans-Video-SSHS.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1605052588/catawbaschoolsnet/pcri69tncpzfkzek85yd/Veterans-Video-SSHS.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1605052588/catawbaschoolsnet/pcri69tncpzfkzek85yd/Veterans-Video-SSHS.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1605052588/catawbaschoolsnet/pcri69tncpzfkzek85yd/Veterans-Video-SSHS.jpg","width":1280}])
To all veterans of all branches of our armed forces: Thank you for your service! Please enjoy this video created by St. Stephens High School students in our English Learners program.
There will be a regularly scheduled Board of Education Meeting on October 26, 2020, at 5:30 PM.
![news you can use 9/17/20: Governor Cooper Announces School Districts Have the Option for All K-5 Students to return full-time]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1600379241/catawbaschoolsnet/drxnxbqqvcjgxf06afzp/News-2020-09-17.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1600379241/catawbaschoolsnet/drxnxbqqvcjgxf06afzp/News-2020-09-17.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1600379241/catawbaschoolsnet/drxnxbqqvcjgxf06afzp/News-2020-09-17.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1600379241/catawbaschoolsnet/drxnxbqqvcjgxf06afzp/News-2020-09-17.png","width":1200}])
We are excited that we now have this option because we know that learning in-person is best for our students, families, and staff. However, we need to carefully consider all aspects of everyone's health and safety before making our decision.
