🇪🇸✨ Spanish Immersion Kindergarten – Apply Now!

The application period for our 2026–27 Spanish Immersion Kindergarten programs is open — but time is running out!
📌 Startown Elementary is now waitlist only.

✅ Spots are still available at:
• Sherrills Ford Elementary
• Lyle Creek Elementary
• St. Stephens Elementary

Our 90/10 programs (Startown, Sherrills Ford, and Lyle Creek) are ideal for students whose first language is English and who are beginning their Spanish learning journey, with most instruction delivered in Spanish.

The 50/50 dual-language program at St. Stephens Elementary is designed to support both native Spanish speakers and native English speakers, with instruction evenly divided between both languages.

⏰ Applications close March 9 at 12:00 PM (noon).

Don’t miss this opportunity to give your child the gift of bilingual learning!
👉 Apply here: https://www.catawbaschools.net/spanish-immersion

🎒✨ Tuition Pay Pre-K Applications Open Soon!

The 2026–27 Tuition Pay Pre-K application will be available beginning at midnight on March 2.
Families may access and complete the application online at:
👉 https://www.catawbaschools.net/early-childhood-education
If you have questions, please contact JR_Sigmon@catawbaschools.net.
We look forward to welcoming our newest learners! 💎



🎤✨ Stand Up to Hunger Variety Show – One Audition Date Left!

The Corner Table presents Stand Up to Hunger, a local talent competition benefiting The Backpack Program!
📅 Show Date: April 14, 2026
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Drendel Auditorium, Hickory
🎟 All ages welcome | 💵 Cash prizes available!
🎭 Only ONE chance left to audition:
• February 26, 2026
Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up for auditions.
All proceeds support The Backpack Program, helping provide food for children in our community. Share your talent and help make a difference! 💙