Weekly Newsletter

2026-2027: Issue 14 (November 2-8)

It's November, and Currituck County Schools is excited to kick off our 9th Annual "Giving Thanks" Campaign!

Are you grateful for a teacher, teacher assistant, bus driver, monitor, custodian, School Nutrition assistant or manager, administrator, director, SRO, or any other employee within Currituck County Schools? If yes, now is the perfect time to let each know why you are “thankful” for them.

It's easy! Complete the "Giving Thanks" Google Form using the link or QR Code provided, and recipients will receive copies of submissions throughout the month of November.

Click Here for the 👉 "Giving Thanks" Google Form Link

Or, type bit.ly/2026GivingThanks in your browser for direct access to the form.

Thank you for participating!

National Career Development Month is celebrated across North Carolina in November. It's a time to help students explore their interests, learn about exciting careers, build valuable skills, and discover the many opportunities available right here in our state and county.

You can learn more about Career and Technical Education in Currituck County Schools by visiting the resources below:

• Currituck CTE web page
• Career Center web page

If you're on Facebook, follow Currituck CTE for more announcements and updates.

Join us at Currituck County High School on November 10 from 4:00–6:00 PM for our Career and Technical Education (CTE) Advisory Committee Meeting!

🤝 Connect with educators and industry partners
🎓 Help prepare students for career and workforce success
💡 Share your ideas, expertise, and recommendations to strengthen our CTE programs

Your voice and partnership make a difference in preparing students for their futures!

📅 Date: November 10
🕓 Time: 4:00–6:00 PM

📍Location: Currituck County High School

Please RSVP to Jennifer Woods at:

jwoods@currituck.k12.nc.us, or

252-232-2223 Ext. 1070

Between November 16 and November 24, schools in our district will conduct practice safety drills, designed to prepare students and staff for an emergency situation. School Resource Officers will participate in these drills along with local officials.

Times and dates for the drills will not be announced in advance; however, parents and guardians will receive an automated call when their child's school holds the practice safety drill. This simulation will test the district's communication system in case of an actual emergency. Please remember this is only a test.

If you have questions regarding the drills, please contact your child's school.

*We ask that guests do not come to campus during the drill, as no one will be allowed to enter the building until the drill has ended. Thank you!

Congratulations to all of our student-athletes who showcased their talents and team spirit at our District Special Olympics Track & Field Event last week at Currituck County High School.

We also want to extend heartfelt thanks to our incredible community that cheered them on every step of the way. Thank you to all those who helped support our student-athletes and make this a successful event!

Be on the lookout for more photos highlighting our student-athletes and this event coming soon!

We are grateful to Currituck Kids for their generous support of Currituck County Schools! Through their recent funding awards, several of our teachers will be able to bring creative lessons and art-focused projects to life for their students. Thank you, Currituck Kids!

Please join us in congratulating:

• Wesley Barnhouse - MMS
• Sara Linehan - CCHS
• Linda Obobaifo - CCHS
• Logan Sawyer - CCMS
• Marci Sawyer - TCES
• Angela Thompson - MES
• Gail Woolbright - KIES

You can learn more by visiting the Currituck Kids Facebook announcement post.

Currituck County Schools extends our thanks to the Currituck Education Foundation, Inc., for recently awarding mini-grants to ten of our teachers! These grants will help bring a variety of creative projects and learning opportunities to life in classrooms across our district.

We are grateful for their continued support of our teachers, students, and schools!

Congratulations to the following mini-grant recipients:

• Wesley Barnhouse - MMS
• Gina Harris - CCMS
• Ashley Johnson - MES
• Elizabeth Mathews - GES
• Jessica Mattes - TCES
• Christian Mitchell - CCMS
• Linda Obobaifo - CCHS
• Rebecca Pashnyak - KIES
• Asha Powell - SES
• Winnie Shubitz - CES

Learn more about the specific grants opportunities awarded by visiting the Currituck Education Foundation Facebook announcement post.

November is National Family Literacy Month, a great opportunity to celebrate reading in all its forms, including online! Whether you're reading an article, researching a topic, or exploring something new, distracting ads and extra content can sometimes make it harder to focus.

Many web browsers offer Reader Mode, a feature that removes distractions so you can focus on the text and important images. Here's how to use it:

• Google Chrome: On a computer, right-click a webpage and select Open in Reading Mode.
• Microsoft Edge: On a computer, click the page icon to the right of the website address (URL).
• Mozilla Firefox: On a computer, click the page icon to the right of the website address (URL).
• Safari: On an iPhone or iPad, press and hold the icon to the left of the website address (URL) to open Reader Mode.
  

For more Tech Tips and other helpful resources, visit our Technology page.

Currituck County Schools accepts cash and checks (made payable to your child’s school). For added convenience, Currituck County Schools offers online payment options for athletic tickets, school meal accounts, school fees, and other school-related purchases. Please note that online payments are subject to a service fee.

Interested in becoming a school bus driver but don’t have a CDL? We can help you earn it!

Currituck County Schools provides the training and support needed to become a qualified school bus driver—no previous experience required. We’ll help guide you through the CDL process, including training and reimbursement for eligible costs associated with becoming licensed.

Not interested in driving a regular bus route? Consider driving academic competitions, athletic events, field trips & more. It’s a flexible way to earn extra income, support students, and be part of the CCS team.

✅No experience needed

✅Training provided

✅Support throughout the CDL process

✅Flexible opportunities

✅Make a difference for students in our community

Choose Currituck County Schools - earn your CDL and start a new, rewarding journey with us. Visit our “Become a Bus Driver with CCS” web page for more information and APPLY ONLINE TODAY!

Have questions? Call us at 252-232-2223 (Ext. 1015 or 1021).

As Currituck County Schools prepares for the 2026–2027 school year, we’re excited to welcome new members to our team! From classroom teachers to support services, a variety of career opportunities are available across our district.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to explore current openings and apply through our website.

Join us as we continue supporting student success!

NOVEMBER

• 03: District-Wide Teacher Workday
• 09: Family & Community Engagement Meeting (6pm - PLC)
• 10: CTE Advisory Meeting (4-6pm at CCHS)
• 11: Veterans Day (Schools & Offices Closed)
• 19: Board of Education Meeting
• 25: District-Wide Teacher Workday
• 26: Thanksgiving Break (Schools & Offices Closed)
• 27: Thanksgiving Break (Schools & Offices Closed)

View district and school calendars by visiting our website.

To help families plan ahead, we’ve created a 2026–2027 Calendar Quick Reference Guide featuring scheduled early release days, teacher workdays, and holidays throughout the school year.

When possible, planning appointments, vacations, and other activities around instructional days is a great way to support consistent attendance and help students make the most of every opportunity to learn, connect, and grow.

Save this guide for easy reference throughout the year. It is also available on our website.

The Currituck County Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting this Thursday, November 19, 2026.

MEETING DETAILS:
📆 Meeting Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026
🕡 Meeting Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Meeting Location: Historic Currituck Courthouse, located at 153 Courthouse Rd, Currituck, NC

Complete Board of Education meeting details are available on our district website.

• Monday, September 21, 2026 (6 p.m.)
• Monday, November 9, 2026 (6 p.m.)
• Monday, January 25, 2027 (6 p.m.)
• Monday, April 19, 2027 (6 p.m.)

Family and Community Engagement meetings are held in person at the Professional Learning Center, located on the J.P. Knapp Early College High School campus. Attendees should park in the student parking lot and follow the signs to the C Building.

A virtual participation option is also available. Visit our website for virtual joining information.

CCS families and staff are invited to attend “Ask a Therapist Live,” an upcoming virtual webinar sponsored by the Cook Center for Human Connection & ParentGuidance.org.

EVENT DETAILS:

Event Title: Ask a Therapist – LIVE with Dr. Skinner

📅Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2026

⏰Time: 8:00 p.m. EST

📍Location: Online/Virtual (Zoom)

💲Cost: FREE

🔗Registration Link

Event Description: Support your child’s mental health and wellness by joining us for an informative event for parents and educators. Ask questions of leading family therapists and take advantage of a free resource to help parents with important topics such as anxiety, depression, grief, suicidal ideation, child development, and parenting, just to name a few.

Register in advance for this live event. Participation is anonymous. Individuals who register also receive access to the replay.

Can’t make this virtual event? Explore the ParentGuidance.org website for more resources and sign up to receive their newsletters.

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November Mental Health Series Calendars

November Mental Health Series Calendar of Events (English)

November Mental Health Series Calendar of Events (Spanish)

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The CCS Staff Flu Shot Clinic will be held in the JPK Cafe from 1:30-4pm on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. This clinic is open to public as well.

The 2027 State Health Plan Open Enrollment ends this Friday, November 6. Please refer to the Open Enrollment emails sent out by Benefits Coordinator Janell McCutcheon for more information on how to complete your 2027 State Health Plan Open Enrollment.

The Teacher Supply Store is a resource provided by the Currituck Education Foundation to

support Currituck County Schools teachers and staff by offering essential supplies at no

cost. This initiative is designed to alleviate out-of-pocket expenses and ensure educators have

the tools they need to support student learning.

All teachers and staff must present a valid CCS employee badge for verification when visiting the Teacher Supply Store.

For complete details about the store, including dates and times that the store is open, please click here.

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