Avery County Schools

District-Wide Hat Day to Support Hunter Hicks & His Family

This Friday, February 20, Avery County Schools will hold a district-wide Hat Day in honor of Avery High School freshman Hunter Hicks and his family. Staff and students are invited to wear a hat for $1, or any donation amount they feel led to give. All proceeds will go directly to support Hunter and his family during this time.

Donations may be given at any school or dropped off at the Central Office.

10 days ago, Avery County Schools

Prayer Request for Hunter Hicks
Our school community is asking for your continued prayers for Hunter Hicks. During this challenging time, we invite students, staff, families, and community members to keep Hunter and his loved ones in their thoughts and prayers. Your support and kindness are deeply appreciated.

10 days ago, Avery County Schools

Mantenerse Saludables: Información sobre el Sarampión para las Familias

Su hijo(a) llevará a casa una hoja informativa sobre el aumento de casos de sarampión en el oeste de Carolina del Norte. Aunque no se han reportado casos en nuestra área inmediata, las Escuelas del Condado de Avery desean que las familias estén informadas y preparadas. La información explica la importancia de la vacunación, indica que dos dosis de la vacuna MMR (sarampión, paperas y rubéola) son altamente efectivas y anima a las familias a reunir la documentación de vacunación o de inmunidad. También señala que, durante un brote, los estudiantes y el personal que no estén vacunados y hayan estado expuestos podrían tener que permanecer en casa hasta por 21 días. El departamento de salud local proporcionará orientación detallada a todas las familias y miembros del personal en caso de que ocurra una exposición.

14 days ago, Avery County Schools

Staying Healthy: Measles Information for Families

Your child will be bringing home an information sheet regarding an increase in measles cases in western North Carolina. While there are no reported cases in our immediate area, Avery County Schools wants families to be informed and prepared. The information explains the importance of vaccination, notes that two doses of the MMR vaccine are highly effective, and encourages families to gather immunization or immunity documentation. It also outlines that, during an outbreak, unvaccinated students and staff who are exposed may be required to stay home for up to 21 days. Guidance from the local health department will be provided if an exposure occurs.

14 days ago, Avery County Schools

NCDPI Office of Exception Children - Parent Survey Now Open

The 2025-26 NC Department of Public Instruction, Office of Exceptional Children annual Parent Survey is now open. Your response lets the state and district know how well they are or how they can improve parent involvement.

The 2-minute survey is anonymous for parents and guardians of students receiving special education services. The survey is open between January 1 and June 30.

Multiple languages available. You can select your preferred language at the start of the survey.

Take the survey here: https://go.ncdpi.gov/25-26Ind8ParentSurvey

If you need a paper copy, your child’s case manager will be happy to provide one.

Thank you for taking the time to participate. Your voice matters!
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La Oficina de Niños Excepcionales del NCDPI – Encuesta para Padres ya está abierta

La Encuesta anual para Padres 2025–26 del Departamento de Instrucción Pública de Carolina del Norte (NCDPI), Oficina de Niños Excepcionales, ya está abierta. Su respuesta permite que el estado y el distrito sepan qué tan bien están trabajando o cómo pueden mejorar la participación de los padres.

La encuesta dura aproximadamente 2 minutos y es anónima para padres y tutores de estudiantes que reciben servicios de educación especial. La encuesta estará disponible desde el 1 de enero hasta el 30 de junio.

La encuesta está disponible en varios idiomas. Puede seleccionar su idioma preferido al inicio de la encuesta.

Realice la encuesta aquí:
https://go.ncdpi.gov/25-26Ind8ParentSurvey

Si necesita una copia en papel, el administrador de casos de su hijo(a) con gusto puede proporcionarle una.

Gracias por tomarse el tiempo para participar. ¡Su voz es importante!

20 days ago, Avery County Schools

Toe River Health District Press Release

7 months ago, Keeli Fawcett

Join us for our Substitute Training Class with Avery County Schools!
📍 Central Services
📅 Wednesday, August 27, 2025
🕤 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

✅ To attend, please call to sign up: (828) 733-6006

What to bring to the class:
1️⃣ Driver’s License
2️⃣ Social Security Card or Passport
3️⃣ Banking Information (for payroll setup)

🔍 All candidates must successfully pass a background check.

We’re excited to welcome new faces to our schools—thank you for your interest in serving our students! 🌟

7 months ago, Avery County Schools

*****This message is ONLY intended for families of students who are ENROLLED in Camp Discovery.***** 🌊🐠🌞🎉 Camp Discovery Families—Get Ready to Dive Into Summer Learning! 🎉🌞🐠🌊 We’re so excited to welcome your child to our "Dive Into Summer Learning" Discovery Camp! Camp begins on Monday, June 9 and runs through Thursday, June 26. Camp will be held Monday through Thursday each week at Freedom Trail Elementary/ Cranberry Middle School. 🍽️ Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be provided daily—no need to pack food! 🎒 All school supplies will be ready and waiting, but we recommend bringing an empty backpack and a water bottle to stay cool and hydrated! 🚗 Drop-Off & Pick-Up Info: Car Riders: *Drop-off begins at 7:30 AM on the Freedom Trail side. *Pick-up is at 3:00 PM, also on the Freedom Trail side. 🚌 Bus Riders (Newland Elementary School): **The transfer bus will arrive at 7:30 AM and will depart promptly at 7:40 AM, heading to Freedom Trail Elementary. **Please stay in the parking lot with your child until they board the bus. **Parents/Guardians will sign your child in each morning and sign them out at 3:00 PM upon return. 🏕️ YMCA Students: **If your child is heading to the YMCA Summer Camp after Discovery Camp, a bus will take them there following dismissal. We appreciate your support in making this a safe, fun, and enriching summer experience! We can't wait to see our campers bright and early Monday morning! 🌊📚☀️

9 months ago, Hannah Arnett

Avery High School’s Graduation Ceremony will be live-streamed for you to enjoy! Help us celebrate the incredible achievements of our seniors as they close one chapter and step into the next. 📅 Date: 5/31/25 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM 📍 Watch Live: https://youtube.com/live/1RZ1PUdyiCo?feature=share The live stream will begin shortly before the ceremony start time.

9 months ago, Mekaylah Williams

Avery High School’s Capping Ceremony will be live-streamed for you to enjoy! Please join us in celebrating the hard work, dedication, and accomplishments of our students as they take one step closer toward graduation. 📅 Date: 5/27/25 🕕 Time: 5:30pm 📍 Watch Live: https://youtube.com/live/Pep7H_9DQ1E?feature=share The live stream will begin shortly before the ceremony start time.

9 months ago, Mekaylah Williams

Now Accepting Applications for Camp Discovery. For more information and to obtain an application, please contact your child's school directly.

9 months ago, Avery County Schools

Under The Sea - Deep Dive into Camp Discovery

Now Accepting Applications for 2025-2026 Pre -K

12 months ago, Avery County Schools

Avery County Schools will operate on a 2 hour delay on Friday, March 7th. Our buses cannot run on the following roads: White Pine, Blaine Norwood, Arnett, Dogwood Knob, John Greer, Reuben Wooten, Reservoir Hill, Ice Plant and Big Horse Creek. We will check our roads in the morning and let you know by 6:30am if we need to make a change, Thank you and please stay safe.

12 months ago, Terry Worrell

Due to hazardous driving conditions throughout many parts of our county, we will have a remote learning day on Thursday, March 6th. If staff chooses to come into our buildings they may come in on a two hour delay. Thank you and please stay safe.

12 months ago, Terry Worrell

Avery Middle School Panther Players will take you “down the rabbit hole” this weekend with their adaptation of Alice in Wonderland. Please join them at the Avery Middle School cafeteria on Friday, February 28th or Saturday, March 1st at 7:00pm. Tickets may be purchased online or at the door. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for children. Thank you.

12 months ago, Terry Worrell

Avery County Schools will operate on a regular schedule on Tuesday, February 25th. Our buses cannot run on the following roads: White Pine, Reuben Wooten, Berry, John Greer and Dogwood Knob. Thank you!