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Coaches Confidential: Gastonia, Shelby baseball, softball coaches talk NCHSAA realignment
Change is coming to the NCHSAA. Last year, the organization’s board of directors approved a plan to expand from four classifications to eight, going into effect at the start of the 2025-26 school term. During a recent meeting of NCHSAA board members, it moved forward with adoption of a “Big 32” model, lumping the state’s largest 32 schools into a single class. ...
Local Talent Shines at Cleveland Community College's Annual High School Welding Competition
The third annual high school welding competition was held at Cleveland Community College on Friday, May 3, 2024. Students from various high schools participated, with Crest High School students winning the top three positions. The judges, Corey Dubesko from IMA and Curtis Rippy from Maco, assessed the participants' skills in GMAW and SMAW welding techniques.
Friday high school playoffs
Gaffney scored five runs in the second inning and led from there en route to a 13-8 win at Byrnes in a 5A Upper State baseball playoff elimination game. Defending 3A champion Clinton fell at home to Wren as its season comes to an end. Crescent won a 10-8 triumph over Union County in a […]
Honoring Heritage: New Sign Unveiled at CCC’s Petty Amphitheater
The James B. Petty Amphitheater at Cleveland Community College (CCC) recently added a new sign on its stage. This sign was revealed during a special event on April 13, 2024, which also served as a fundraiser and tribute to Dr. James Petty, the college's first president.
Cleveland Community College to host largest graduation in school's history
President Jason Hurst will preside over the 2024 commencement ceremony at Cleveland Community College on Thursday, May 9, at 6 p.m. in the James B. Petty Amphitheater. This year’s graduating class will be the largest in school history, exceeding last year’s record-breaking numbers. This year, more than 831 students are graduating with 1,070...
Enhancing Online Learning: Cleveland Community College Boosts Course Quality
Cleveland Community College (CCC) is committed to high standards in its course offerings, especially in online education. The college has adopted the Strengthening Online Learning (SOL) initiative to improve its online courses, ensuring they match the quality of traditional classroom education.
Gaston Board of Commissioners and board of education discuss 2024-25 budget
The Gaston County Board of Education recently held a meeting with the County Board of Commissioners to go over the proposed education budget for the 2024-25 school year. The district is requesting nearly $4 million for ongoing expenditures, $3 million for teacher salary supplements, and $6.7 million for capital expenditures from the county...
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