Good afternoon Discovery Family!!
I hope that everyone has had a wonderful weekend. Below are the announcements for the upcoming week.
Parents, if you haven't already done so, please complete the online student registration. Registration is now open for all returning students (those who finished the previous school year enrolled with Newton-Conover City Schools).
To ensure your child is ready for the first day of school, please log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal (https://182.ncsis.gov/campus/portal/parents/psu182newton.jsp) and complete the Returning Student Registration for each returning student in your household no later than August 10, 2026.
New students should go to https://www.newton-conover.org/page/enrolling-in-newton-conover-city-schools and click on New Student Enrollment. This HAS TO BE COMPLETED before students can receive their chromebook, schedule, and parking pass (if purchasing one). If parents have any questions about the registration, please contact the school.
Chromebook pick up is as follows (seniors and juniors can purchase a parking pass at the same time):
Seniors - 8/13 when you come to get your senior portrait made
Juniors - 8/18 1:00-2:00
Sophomores - 8/18 2:00-3:00
Freshmen - 8/20 when you're here for New Student Orientation
Senior portraits are on Thursday August 13th. Please refer to the attached information and schedule.
We will have a campus clean up day on Friday August 14th 1:00-3:00 pm. This will be a great opportunity to gain some community service hours. If you can participate, please plan to bring work gloves. We will also plant some new flowers around campus on Saturday August 15th 10:00-11:00 am. Again, this will be a great opportunity to gain community service time.
I hope that everyone has a terrific week. If there is anything you need as we close in on the start of the 2026-27 school year, please let us know. Take care.
I hope that everyone has had a wonderful weekend. Below are the announcements for the upcoming week.
Parents, if you haven't already done so, please complete the online student registration. Registration is now open for all returning students (those who finished the previous school year enrolled with Newton-Conover City Schools).
To ensure your child is ready for the first day of school, please log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal (https://182.ncsis.gov/campus/portal/parents/psu182newton.jsp) and complete the Returning Student Registration for each returning student in your household no later than August 10, 2026.
New students should go to https://www.newton-conover.org/page/enrolling-in-newton-conover-city-schools and click on New Student Enrollment. This HAS TO BE COMPLETED before students can receive their chromebook, schedule, and parking pass (if purchasing one). If parents have any questions about the registration, please contact the school.
Chromebook pick up is as follows (seniors and juniors can purchase a parking pass at the same time):
Seniors - 8/13 when you come to get your senior portrait made
Juniors - 8/18 1:00-2:00
Sophomores - 8/18 2:00-3:00
Freshmen - 8/20 when you're here for New Student Orientation
Senior portraits are on Thursday August 13th. Please refer to the attached information and schedule.
We will have a campus clean up day on Friday August 14th 1:00-3:00 pm. This will be a great opportunity to gain some community service hours. If you can participate, please plan to bring work gloves. We will also plant some new flowers around campus on Saturday August 15th 10:00-11:00 am. Again, this will be a great opportunity to gain community service time.
I hope that everyone has a terrific week. If there is anything you need as we close in on the start of the 2026-27 school year, please let us know. Take care.
Dear Newton-Conover City Schools Families and Community,
Today, the North Carolina State Board of Education met, and while the proposed merger of Newton-Conover City Schools, Hickory City Schools, and Catawba County Schools was not a scheduled agenda item, the proposal was briefly discussed.
During the discussion, State Board members shared that they will carefully review the merger proposal and all accompanying materials using the criteria established in North Carolina law. They expect to discuss the review process, timeline, and next steps at their September meeting.
Chairman Eric Davis also acknowledged that the State Board has already received hundreds of letters regarding this proposal. Let's continue to flood the inbox! I believe we can make it thousands!
This is our opportunity to ensure the State Board hears directly from the people who know Newton-Conover City Schools best: our students, parents, employees, alumni, business partners, retirees, and community members. Our schools are thriving because of the commitment of our teachers, staff, families, and community. Together, we have built a district that offers outstanding academic opportunities, strong extracurricular programs, innovative initiatives, and a culture where students are known, supported, and challenged to succeed. Those accomplishments are worth protecting.
We need every supporter of Newton-Conover City Schools to make their voice heard. Tell the State Board why Newton-Conover City Schools matters to you. Tell them about the teachers who changed lives, the opportunities your children have received, the pride you have in our schools, and why you believe our district should remain independent. Personal stories from our community will help the State Board understand what is at stake and why preserving our district matters. Share with them the financial impact the merger will make with our students and families.
I remain fully committed to advocating for what I believe is in the best interest of our students, our employees, and our community. Thank you for your continued support of Newton-Conover City Schools and for standing alongside us as we work to preserve the district that has served generations of students with excellence.
Together, we can send a powerful message that Newton-Conover City Schools should remain independent. Together, let's make sure the State Board hears us loud and clear.
Public comments may be emailed to:
Tiffany Lucas, General Counsel
tiffany.lucas@dpi.nc.gov
Linked is the clip from the State Board of Education Meeting
State Board Meeting
Dr. Emily Shaw
Superintendent
Newton-Conover City Schools
Good afternoon Discovery Family!!
Parents, if you haven't already done so, please complete the online student registration. Registration is now open for all returning students (those who finished the previous school year enrolled with Newton-Conover City Schools).
To ensure your child is ready for the first day of school, please log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal (https://182.ncsis.gov/campus/portal/parents/psu182newton.jsp) and complete the Returning Student Registration for each returning student in your household no later than August 10, 2026.
If you've forgotten your username or password, don't worry—an email with your login information will be sent to you in the coming days. Keep an eye on your inbox!
New students should go to https://www.newton-conover.org/page/enrolling-in-newton-conover-city-schools and click on New Student Enrollment. This HAS TO BE COMPLETED before students can receive their chromebook, schedule, and parking pass (if purchasing one). If parents have any questions about the registration, please contact the school.
Chromebook pick up is as follows (seniors and juniors can purchase a parking pass at the same time):
Seniors - 8/10 when you come to get your senior portrait made
Juniors - 8/18 1:00-2:00
Sophomores - 8/18 2:00-3:00
Freshmen - 8/20 when you're here for New Student Orientation
Take care.
Parents, if you haven't already done so, please complete the online student registration. Registration is now open for all returning students (those who finished the previous school year enrolled with Newton-Conover City Schools).
To ensure your child is ready for the first day of school, please log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal (https://182.ncsis.gov/campus/portal/parents/psu182newton.jsp) and complete the Returning Student Registration for each returning student in your household no later than August 10, 2026.
If you've forgotten your username or password, don't worry—an email with your login information will be sent to you in the coming days. Keep an eye on your inbox!
New students should go to https://www.newton-conover.org/page/enrolling-in-newton-conover-city-schools and click on New Student Enrollment. This HAS TO BE COMPLETED before students can receive their chromebook, schedule, and parking pass (if purchasing one). If parents have any questions about the registration, please contact the school.
Chromebook pick up is as follows (seniors and juniors can purchase a parking pass at the same time):
Seniors - 8/10 when you come to get your senior portrait made
Juniors - 8/18 1:00-2:00
Sophomores - 8/18 2:00-3:00
Freshmen - 8/20 when you're here for New Student Orientation
Take care.
From N-CCS Superintendent, Dr. Emily Shaw:
All,
I want to provide you with a brief update regarding the proposed merger of the Catawba County school districts.
Later this week, the North Carolina State Board of Education will hold its regularly scheduled meeting. While the proposed merger is not listed as an agenda item for public discussion, it is possible that the State Board may discuss the process it will use to consider this matter. We will know more after the meeting and I will share updates as soon as I am made aware.
Although there are still many questions about the process, please know this, Newton-Conover City Schools remains fully committed to advocating for our students, our staff, and our community. We will continue to oppose the merger and will utilize every appropriate opportunity available to present the facts, share our story, and demonstrate why maintaining a strong, independent school district is in the best interest of our students and our community.
The support of our community continues to make a difference. I encourage you to remain engaged by continuing to reach out to members of the North Carolina State Board of Education. As you communicate with them, I ask that you encourage the Board to carefully examine all available information before making any decisions and to support a comprehensive, independent study that fully evaluates the educational, financial, operational, and community impacts of this proposal. Decisions of this magnitude deserve a thoughtful, transparent process grounded in data and focused on what is best for students.
I remain confident in the strength and resilience of our district; and I am deeply grateful for the steadfast support of our students, employees, families, alumni, and community throughout this journey. Together, we will continue to stand united in advocating for Newton-Conover City Schools, always putting our students first and remaining steadfast in our commitment to creating a culture of academic excellence.
As additional information becomes available, I will continue to keep you informed.
Thank you for your continued support of Newton-Conover City Schools.
Sincerely,
Emily Y. Shaw
Superintendent
Newton-Conover City Schools
All,
I want to provide you with a brief update regarding the proposed merger of the Catawba County school districts.
Later this week, the North Carolina State Board of Education will hold its regularly scheduled meeting. While the proposed merger is not listed as an agenda item for public discussion, it is possible that the State Board may discuss the process it will use to consider this matter. We will know more after the meeting and I will share updates as soon as I am made aware.
Although there are still many questions about the process, please know this, Newton-Conover City Schools remains fully committed to advocating for our students, our staff, and our community. We will continue to oppose the merger and will utilize every appropriate opportunity available to present the facts, share our story, and demonstrate why maintaining a strong, independent school district is in the best interest of our students and our community.
The support of our community continues to make a difference. I encourage you to remain engaged by continuing to reach out to members of the North Carolina State Board of Education. As you communicate with them, I ask that you encourage the Board to carefully examine all available information before making any decisions and to support a comprehensive, independent study that fully evaluates the educational, financial, operational, and community impacts of this proposal. Decisions of this magnitude deserve a thoughtful, transparent process grounded in data and focused on what is best for students.
I remain confident in the strength and resilience of our district; and I am deeply grateful for the steadfast support of our students, employees, families, alumni, and community throughout this journey. Together, we will continue to stand united in advocating for Newton-Conover City Schools, always putting our students first and remaining steadfast in our commitment to creating a culture of academic excellence.
As additional information becomes available, I will continue to keep you informed.
Thank you for your continued support of Newton-Conover City Schools.
Sincerely,
Emily Y. Shaw
Superintendent
Newton-Conover City Schools
Good afternoon Discovery family. I hope that everyone is doing well and is ready and excited for the 2026-27 school year! Below are some announcements about upcoming events leading to the start of school on Monday August 24th.
Senior pictures are on August 13th here at the DHS gym. Make sure you follow the schedule and instructions that attached. Also, seniors can purchase parking passes when they come for their pictures tomorrow. The cost is $25 and can be paid to Ms. Sigmon in the front office. If paying by check, please make it out to Discovery High School.
Parents, if you haven't already done so, please complete the online student registration. Registration is now open for all returning students (those who finished the previous school year enrolled with Newton-Conover City Schools).
To ensure your child is ready for the first day of school, please log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal (https://182.ncsis.gov/campus/portal/parents/psu182newton.jsp) and complete the Returning Student Registration for each returning student in your household no later than August 10, 2026.
If you've forgotten your username or password, don't worry—an email with your login information will be sent to you in the coming days. Keep an eye on your inbox!
New students should go to https://www.newton-conover.org/page/enrolling-in-newton-conover-city-schools and click on New Student Enrollment. This has to be completed before students can receive their chromebook, schedule, and parking pass (if purchasing one). If parents have any questions about the registration, please contact the school.
We will have our new student orientation on Thursday August 20th 9-11:30. Our student senate will lead this and new students will learn more about Discovery, get their chromebooks, and participate in activities to get to know their classmates. A pizza lunch will be served as well.
We are excited for the 2026-27 school year and look forward to students returning on the 24th. Information regarding chromebook pickup for sophomores and juniors will be sent later this week. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out. Take care.
Senior pictures are on August 13th here at the DHS gym. Make sure you follow the schedule and instructions that attached. Also, seniors can purchase parking passes when they come for their pictures tomorrow. The cost is $25 and can be paid to Ms. Sigmon in the front office. If paying by check, please make it out to Discovery High School.
Parents, if you haven't already done so, please complete the online student registration. Registration is now open for all returning students (those who finished the previous school year enrolled with Newton-Conover City Schools).
To ensure your child is ready for the first day of school, please log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal (https://182.ncsis.gov/campus/portal/parents/psu182newton.jsp) and complete the Returning Student Registration for each returning student in your household no later than August 10, 2026.
If you've forgotten your username or password, don't worry—an email with your login information will be sent to you in the coming days. Keep an eye on your inbox!
New students should go to https://www.newton-conover.org/page/enrolling-in-newton-conover-city-schools and click on New Student Enrollment. This has to be completed before students can receive their chromebook, schedule, and parking pass (if purchasing one). If parents have any questions about the registration, please contact the school.
We will have our new student orientation on Thursday August 20th 9-11:30. Our student senate will lead this and new students will learn more about Discovery, get their chromebooks, and participate in activities to get to know their classmates. A pizza lunch will be served as well.
We are excited for the 2026-27 school year and look forward to students returning on the 24th. Information regarding chromebook pickup for sophomores and juniors will be sent later this week. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out. Take care.
The Discovery High School office will be closed July 17th -26th. It will reopen on Monday July 27th. Take care.
Discovery Graduation pictures can be found at:
There is a folder in the folder of phone-size pics.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1TMUchQvwHTUDod92hW9nT0PxCMR7MNyI
Take care.
There is a folder in the folder of phone-size pics.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1TMUchQvwHTUDod92hW9nT0PxCMR7MNyI
Take care.
Good evening. You can find the 2026 Graduation Ceremony video here.
Good afternoon Discovery family.
I want to once again congratulate our 2026 graduates and wish them the best of luck.
For our seniors, refer to the attachment for information regarding Senior Portraits on August 13th.
I hope that everyone has a wonderful summer!
#ReadyForAnything
I want to once again congratulate our 2026 graduates and wish them the best of luck.
For our seniors, refer to the attachment for information regarding Senior Portraits on August 13th.
I hope that everyone has a wonderful summer!
#ReadyForAnything
Good afternoon Discovery family. I hope that everyone is having a wonderful weekend. We're down to the final stretch of the 2025-26 school year. Below are the announcements for this week.
Math 1 and Math 3 End of Course tests will be on Monday. I will be sending an email to students regarding the location of their tests. Best of luck to these students.
Students, who are eligible for retesting, will be contacted by Mr. Whitener via email.
If you have finished all coursework and testing, you should have turned in your chromebook. If you haven't turned it in along with your charger, please plan to do that tomorrow.
We will be celebrating our seniors at their graduation on Wednesday at 7 pm in PE Monroe Auditorium on the campus of Lenoir Rhyne University. Seniors, we will also have your rehearsal Wednesday morning at 9 am in PE Monroe Auditorium. Please refer to information regarding this that Ms. Greenwald has shared with you.
Have a terrific week everyone! As always, please reach out if there is anything we can do for you. Take care.
#ReadyForAnything
Math 1 and Math 3 End of Course tests will be on Monday. I will be sending an email to students regarding the location of their tests. Best of luck to these students.
Students, who are eligible for retesting, will be contacted by Mr. Whitener via email.
If you have finished all coursework and testing, you should have turned in your chromebook. If you haven't turned it in along with your charger, please plan to do that tomorrow.
We will be celebrating our seniors at their graduation on Wednesday at 7 pm in PE Monroe Auditorium on the campus of Lenoir Rhyne University. Seniors, we will also have your rehearsal Wednesday morning at 9 am in PE Monroe Auditorium. Please refer to information regarding this that Ms. Greenwald has shared with you.
Have a terrific week everyone! As always, please reach out if there is anything we can do for you. Take care.
#ReadyForAnything
Math 1 EOC review on a Thursday afternoon after school.
#ReadyForAnything
Good afternoon Discovery family and Happy Mother's Day to all of the mothers out there!! I hope you're having a wonderful day! Below are the announcements for this week.
This is a busy and stressful time of year for students, parents, and teachers. All we ask is that you finish the year strong and give your best effort as we finish up the 2025-26 school year.
We will have Enrichment on Monday and Tuesday which will be a study hall for all students.
AP testing continues this week. Be sure to refer to the emails that Ms. Arditti has sent about this.
Our Senior Awards are Wednesday at 9 am in the DHS gym. We look forward to celebrating our seniors as they complete this chapter of their lives.
EOC testing begins on Thursday. Make sure that you get the blue sheet, that goes over the EOC schedule, signed and returned to the school on Monday.
Most students will follow the schedule below to turn in their chromebooks. No matter what, you should turn them in on your last day.
Wednesday - Seniors
Thursday - Most juniors after the Biology EOC (unless you have a Math 3 EOC)
Friday - Most sophomores after the English 2 EOC (unless you have a Math 3 EOC)
Monday May 18th - All students after the Math 1 and Math 3 EOC
Graduation is Wednesday May 20th at 7 pm in PE Monroe Auditorium on the campus of Lenoir Rhyne University.
I hope that everyone enjoys the rest of their Mother's Day Sunday and I look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow. As always, please reach out if there is anything you need. Take care.
#ReadyForAnything
This is a busy and stressful time of year for students, parents, and teachers. All we ask is that you finish the year strong and give your best effort as we finish up the 2025-26 school year.
We will have Enrichment on Monday and Tuesday which will be a study hall for all students.
AP testing continues this week. Be sure to refer to the emails that Ms. Arditti has sent about this.
Our Senior Awards are Wednesday at 9 am in the DHS gym. We look forward to celebrating our seniors as they complete this chapter of their lives.
EOC testing begins on Thursday. Make sure that you get the blue sheet, that goes over the EOC schedule, signed and returned to the school on Monday.
Most students will follow the schedule below to turn in their chromebooks. No matter what, you should turn them in on your last day.
Wednesday - Seniors
Thursday - Most juniors after the Biology EOC (unless you have a Math 3 EOC)
Friday - Most sophomores after the English 2 EOC (unless you have a Math 3 EOC)
Monday May 18th - All students after the Math 1 and Math 3 EOC
Graduation is Wednesday May 20th at 7 pm in PE Monroe Auditorium on the campus of Lenoir Rhyne University.
I hope that everyone enjoys the rest of their Mother's Day Sunday and I look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow. As always, please reach out if there is anything you need. Take care.
#ReadyForAnything
Good afternoon Discovery family. I hope that everyone is having a wonderful weekend. Below are the announcements for this week.
This week is Teacher Appreciation Week. Please let all of your teachers know how much you appreciate everything they do for you.
Monday & Tuesday - Enrichment, Wednesday - Advisory, Thursday - Family, Friday - Community
AP testing gets underway on Monday. Students, please be sure to review the information sent by Ms. Arditti regarding dates and times for your AP tests. If you have any questions, please email her.
As we are nearing the end of the school year, please be sure to continue to work hard in all of your classes. If you have any questions regarding grades or missing assignments, please reach out to your teachers.
We will have our Senior Awards at 9 am on Wednesday May 13th. On Thursday May 14th, we will have our Biology EOC. On Friday May 15th, we will have our English 2 EOC. On Monday May 18th, we will have our Math 1 and Math 3 EOCs.
Graduation will be on Wednesday May 20th at 7 pm at PE Monroe Auditorium on Lenoir Rhyne University's campus. Seniors will have rehearsal that morning followed by a hamburger/hotdog lunch at DHS.
I hope that everyone has an amazing week! As always, if there is anything that you need, please let us know. Take care.
#ReadyForAnything
This week is Teacher Appreciation Week. Please let all of your teachers know how much you appreciate everything they do for you.
Monday & Tuesday - Enrichment, Wednesday - Advisory, Thursday - Family, Friday - Community
AP testing gets underway on Monday. Students, please be sure to review the information sent by Ms. Arditti regarding dates and times for your AP tests. If you have any questions, please email her.
As we are nearing the end of the school year, please be sure to continue to work hard in all of your classes. If you have any questions regarding grades or missing assignments, please reach out to your teachers.
We will have our Senior Awards at 9 am on Wednesday May 13th. On Thursday May 14th, we will have our Biology EOC. On Friday May 15th, we will have our English 2 EOC. On Monday May 18th, we will have our Math 1 and Math 3 EOCs.
Graduation will be on Wednesday May 20th at 7 pm at PE Monroe Auditorium on Lenoir Rhyne University's campus. Seniors will have rehearsal that morning followed by a hamburger/hotdog lunch at DHS.
I hope that everyone has an amazing week! As always, if there is anything that you need, please let us know. Take care.
#ReadyForAnything
Signing Day pictures
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OAq6KjftzTouGkSCZTCPrun6KlbA1w7i
We had a great time recognizing our incoming students at our 2nd annual Signing Day!!
#ReadyForAnything
DHS seniors participated in the Walk of Graduates today at the elementary school they attended. It was a great time for them to catch up with former teachers and students they attended elementary school with.
#ReadyForAnything
We will be hosting our 2nd annual "Signing Day" on Wednesday April 29th at 4:30 in our DHS gym. This will be an opportunity for our incoming students to "sign" their intent to attend Discovery High School in the fall. We want the chance to celebrate the beginning of your high school career with you and your families. Please complete this form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZVhq19pdNVpfjbqtb-C-TYI0eZNzwwlP0xEkWMEJo5RDRcQ/viewform?usp=publish-editor) if you plan to attend. We will have snacks as well.
#ReadyForAnything
#ReadyForAnything
The Variety Show is this Friday and Saturday evening. Please see the attached flyer for more information.
Good afternoon Discovery family. I hope that everyone is having a wonderful weekend. Below are the announcements for this week.
Monday & Tuesday- Enrichment, Wednesday - Advisory, Thursday - Family, Friday - Community.
We will be hosting our 2nd annual "Signing Day" on Wednesday afternoon at 4:30. Please encourage incoming students to participate in this. They can sign up at the following link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZVhq19pdNVpfjbqtb-C-TYI0eZNzwwlP0xEkWMEJo5RDRcQ/viewform?usp=header.
The Variety Show will be Friday and Saturday at 7 pm.
AP testing will begin Monday May 4th. Ms. Arditti will be sending you more information regarding these tests this week.
Senior Awards will be Wednesday May 13th at 9 am in our DHS gym. We look forward to celebrating the class of 2026!
Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of the year! Online sales at buytheyearbook.com officially end on April 30th. While we still have a few copies left for those interested, they are moving fast. You can secure your yearbook for $39.99 if you order by the deadline; however, please note that starting May 1st, the price for any remaining yearbooks will increase to $50.00. Head over to the website today to lock in the lower price and guarantee that you don’t miss out on these memories!
Character Awards can be found at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yZX7bLmyjkRZhfMQCbQOfSju5OSLjTb3/view?usp=sharing.
As we come to the end of the school year and there is a lot going on, I highly encourage you to stay focused in each of your classes and put forth your best effort. As always, if there is anything you need, please let me know. Take care.
#ReadyForAnything
Monday & Tuesday- Enrichment, Wednesday - Advisory, Thursday - Family, Friday - Community.
We will be hosting our 2nd annual "Signing Day" on Wednesday afternoon at 4:30. Please encourage incoming students to participate in this. They can sign up at the following link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZVhq19pdNVpfjbqtb-C-TYI0eZNzwwlP0xEkWMEJo5RDRcQ/viewform?usp=header.
The Variety Show will be Friday and Saturday at 7 pm.
AP testing will begin Monday May 4th. Ms. Arditti will be sending you more information regarding these tests this week.
Senior Awards will be Wednesday May 13th at 9 am in our DHS gym. We look forward to celebrating the class of 2026!
Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of the year! Online sales at buytheyearbook.com officially end on April 30th. While we still have a few copies left for those interested, they are moving fast. You can secure your yearbook for $39.99 if you order by the deadline; however, please note that starting May 1st, the price for any remaining yearbooks will increase to $50.00. Head over to the website today to lock in the lower price and guarantee that you don’t miss out on these memories!
Character Awards can be found at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yZX7bLmyjkRZhfMQCbQOfSju5OSLjTb3/view?usp=sharing.
As we come to the end of the school year and there is a lot going on, I highly encourage you to stay focused in each of your classes and put forth your best effort. As always, if there is anything you need, please let me know. Take care.
#ReadyForAnything
Good luck DHS Envirothon team!!
#ReadyForAnything
