School News

Congratulations to the Mitchell High School students in Mr. Wise’s Automotive Service 2 and Automotive Service 3 classes for passing their ASE Entry-Level Certifications in Electrical/Electronic Systems or Maintenance and Light Repair. As a CTE course, the

“We are incredibly proud of Dr. Brent Laws for being nominated and selected by his peers as Principal of the Year. Dr. Laws is a devoted leader of the Bobcat Family at Burnsville Elementary School. His innovative

FCCLA made cake cups to sell during lunches as a fundraiser to buy clothing and supplies for students in need at MHS. FCCLA focuses on the importance of the family and the community and being supportive of

Mitchell High School FFA members have been busy preparing for their FFA events. On Monday, November 11th, Cadee Boone, Marianna Hudgins, Caleb Garland, and Mayleigh Byrd went to H&C Boer Goats to practice judging breeding does. Later

The Christmas season can be challenging, but because of Hurricane Helene, many local families have been struggling to make Christmas as special as it was before the storm. The Mitchell FBLA One Mountaineer project team recognized that struggle and

During Mars Hill University’s commencement ceremony on Friday, December 13, 2024, the university conferred degrees on 62 undergraduates and two master’s graduates who completed their degree requirements in August or December. Earlier in the day, nine “heritage”

Recently students who are members of the Career and Technical Education CTSO FCCLA changed out the flowers in front of the school for winter. The kids have raised funds to maintain the flower pots throughout the year.

We want to express a special thank you to Appalachian State GEAR UP Assistant Director of Curriculum and Instruction Rachel Nave-Lewis and Ashe Early College freshmen for their support of our Yancey eighth-graders. Ashe Early College freshman

The Appalachian State GEAR UP Partnership created the GEAR UP Innovator of the Year Award to celebrate educators that are not just teachers but visionaries shaping the future. Congratulations to Leigh Davis from East Yancey Middle School

The Mitchell High School Early Childhood students started their internships this week!  For this CTE course, students have regular classroom instruction and an internship placement several days a week. The students are super excited to have real-world