2023-24 Accountability Report Shows Continued Academic Growth
North Carolina students continue to see gains in most grades and subjects, according to the 2023-24 state test results presented to the State Board of Education today. Schools also showed progress on accountability measures. “We are proud
Yancey County Schools Receive Grant for Summer Programs
Press release form Yancey County Schools: Yancey County Schools was recently approved for a grant which will allow them to continue one summer education program and enhance a second one. The Dogwood Health Trust has awarded YCS
Mitchell Early Childhood Students Complete Heartsaver Pediatric Certification
Mr. Jimmy English from Mayland Community College provided training for Mrs. Boone’s Early Childhood Education students to certify them in the Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR/AED. These students must be certified before working with children in area
Mtn Heritage Summer College Bus Tour
This summer, 16 students from Mountain Heritage High School were given the opportunity to travel on a “Summer College Bus Tour from the Mountains to the Coast.” This opportunity was provided by funding from Appalachian State GEAR
Mitchell Early Childhood Education Students Create Sensory Bins
Mitchell High School Early Childhood Education I students recently completed their study of Child Development theorist, Jean Piaget. The students designed a sensory bin to reflect Piaget’s sensorimotor stage. Each student linked their bin to a piece
Mitchell FCCLA Welcomes Back Students
The MHS FCCLA welcomed students back to school with a painted banner and beautification projects for the entrance to the school. These students raised funds to buy flower pots, soil, and flowers for the entrance and sitting
Yancey Schools Qualify For Free Breakfast/Lunch Program
In a recent board meeting, the Yancey County School Board approved a plan to provide breakfast and lunch at no charge for all students (grades PreK – 12) during the 2024-2025 school year under the USDA Community
