Gaston County Schools

09/24/2026

Congratulations to Serenity Wade, the 2026 Homecoming Queen at Hunter Huss High School! Check out more homecoming photos from the North Gaston at Hunter Huss football game.

Photos by: Brian Mayhew, Carolina TopShots

09/23/2026

It was a big matchup last Friday night in the Big South 5A/6A Conference as Ashbrook High School took on South Point High School.

Check out the action shots from the game below!

Photos by: Brian Mayhew, Carolina TopShots

09/23/2026

We would like to congratulate William Arnold of Forestview High School and Rex Dover of South Point High School for being chosen as semi-finalists in the National Merit Scholarship program. They are among 16,000 academically-talented students in the United States who will continue in the competition for more than $24 million in scholarships, which will be awarded in the spring.

09/23/2026

We’re highlighting our varsity athletic teams! Check out these photos from a recent soccer game between Stuart W. Cramer High School and Highland School of Technology.

Photos by: Brian Mayhew, Carolina TopShots

09/22/2026

Each month, the Board of Education recognizes students, employees, community and business partners, and others during the “Good News” portion of its regular meeting. Here's a look at those who were recognized during the September 21 Board meeting.

09/22/2026

Congratulations to the J.B. Page Primary School cafeteria staff on earning a 100% sanitation rating on a recent health inspection!

Way, to go! Our school nutrition staff earned a perfect 100% on their latest health inspection. Be sure to leave them a "SHOUT OUT" in the comments.

09/21/2026

FIVE SCHOOL SHOUT-OUTS: We’ve been highlighting the test results and accountability data for the 2025-2026 year. You can read about all of the results on our website, but we want to share five outstanding school shout-outs with you.

▪ Ashbrook High School had the most significant increase in student proficiency (+12.4) among the high schools and is just one point away from a B school performance grade.

▪ W.P. Grier Middle School had the most significant increase in student proficiency (+8.2) among the middle schools and is among the most improved in the state for academic growth.

▪ Sherwood Elementary School increased its school performance score by 20 points, going from an F to a C school performance grade and having the most significant increase in student proficiency (+19.1) among the elementary schools.

▪ South Point High School is just one point away from having an A school performance grade.

▪ Southwest Middle School achieved an academic growth score of 100, which means that all student groups either met or exceeded expectations. In state rankings on the academic growth index, Southwest is sixth in the state, which is a significant accomplishment.

09/21/2026

ICYMI, Forestview High School celebrated the opening of the new artificial turf field at Joe Alala Stadium with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

The project included much-needed drainage improvements to address ongoing issues caused by excessive rain. The project was funded through the 2018 bond referendum approved by voters.

Watch the video to learn more about the project and see the ribbon cutting.

09/21/2026

From the garden to the kitchen! North Gaston High School students are putting vegetables grown in their agriculture class to good use by cooking up some delicious dishes!

09/21/2026

Watch Channel 21 – Watch School TV for a look at what is airing this week, September 21-27 in Gaston County Schools. Programs can be viewed on Spectrum Channel 21 or on the district website.

Board of Education Meeting (airs live)
Monday at 5:30 p.m.

Middle School Cheer Showcase
9:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m.

All-County High School Chorus Concert
11:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.

Inside Gaston County Schools
1:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.

Gaston County Schools Bulletin Board
10:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m.

Gaston College Spotlight (featuring interviews about Anchor of Hope Sober Living and Recovery Church)
8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Vlada’s Seeds of Life: Cooking and Kids
Episode: New Zealand and Noodle Soup
12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Meet the Author
Episode: Kwame Alexander
3:00 p.m.

SMITHSONIAN HOUR on Channel 21
4:00 - 5:00 p.m. (back-to-back programs)
STEM in 30
Episode: The Wizard of Oz
Smithsonian Science How?
Episode: Paleobiology - Unearthing Fossil Whales