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Posted Date: 09/09/26 (05:00 PM)

Important: Reapply Now for School Meal Benefits
Families who received school meal benefits last year must submit a new application for the 2026–27 school year to continue receiving benefits.

Challenger Early College High School: Benefits expire September 21.
Bandys High, Mill Creek Middle, Sherrills Ford Elementary, Fred T. Foard High, and Maiden High: Benefits expire October 6.

Don’t wait—reapply now at LINQConnect.com

🔥 Introducing “Igniting the Fire” — Our New CCS Podcast!

Get to know the people who make Catawba County Schools special! In each episode, Dr. Stover introduces you to staff members from across our district as they share why they chose CCS, what fuels their passion, and what their work means for your child.
Tune in, meet the people behind the passion, and discover how they are helping IGNITE possibilities for every student!

LISTEN OR WATCH HERE

End-of-Summer & Back-to-School Bash
Finish summer strong with an afternoon of water activities, inflatables, games, food trucks and fun for everyone!
📅 Sunday, September 13
⏰ 2–5 p.m.
📍 New Jerusalem Lutheran Church
2120 Startown Road, Hickory
Wear clothes or a bathing suit suitable for getting wet. Bring your friends—everyone is welcome!

Bear Aware: Living with Black Bears
Join a Catawba County park ranger to learn about black bear biology, behavior, habitat and life cycles—and what to do if you encounter a bear in the wild. Participants will even have an opportunity to see and touch a real black bear pelt and skull!
📅 Saturday, September 19
⏰ 10 a.m.
📍 Bakers Mountain Park
6680 Bakers Mountain Road, Hickory
This free program is open to everyone and recommended for ages 8 and older.