Weekly Newsletter
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, September 29, 2026
⏰Time: 8:00 p.m. EST
📍Location: Online/Virtual (Zoom)
💲Cost: FREE
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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Friday, October 2nd is National Custodian Appreciation Day!
We want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible CCS Custodial Team. Each day, they work hard to ensure our facilities are clean, safe, and welcoming for all.
Thank you for making a difference every day!
Thank You to Our Amazing Principals
October is National Principals Month, and we’re cheering on the incredible leaders who help keep our schools moving forward each day! Our principals lead their teams, support students and staff, and help set the game plan for success across CCS. Throughout the month, be on the lookout for special celebrations across our schools as we recognize and thank our amazing principals for all they do!
Currituck County Schools, in partnership with the Currituck Education Foundation and Currituck Chamber of Commerce, invites our families, staff, community members, and community partners to join us for the 2026 State of the Schools!
Join us as we share the work happening across Currituck County Schools, highlight district accomplishments, and look ahead to the opportunities and priorities shaping our future.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Monday, October 19, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Location: Currituck County Cooperative Extension Center (Auditorium), 120 Community Way, Barco, NC 27917
Planning to attend? Let us know!
Pre-registration is not required, but your response will help us plan for the event. Scan the QR code located on the invitation or use this link to register.
Currituck County Schools (CCS) announces the upcoming retirement of Mrs. Christy Hodges, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, effective October 30, 2026. Mrs. Hodges will retire following 35 years of service in public education, including more than a decade serving the students, staff, and schools of Currituck County. CCS extends its sincere appreciation for her service and wishes her the very best in retirement.
Please read the CCS Release for more information.
National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month is recognized each September to raise awareness, highlight available resources, and encourage conversations that support mental health and suicide prevention.
Explore the resources below to find tools, supports, and contacts designed to help students, families, and staff.
⏩Health & Wellness Resources Digital Flyer PDF Version
If you have questions or need assistance, please reach out to your child’s school at any time. We're here to help. Visit our Resources page for additional resource information.
Currituck County Schools is beginning an important process to shape the district’s next strategic plan. Our current strategic plan, introduced in 2021, has guided the district through the current school year. CCS is proud of the meaningful progress made through this plan and recognizes that continuous improvement requires us to regularly reflect on where we are and where we want to go next.
Where We Are Now
As the current plan comes to a close, CCS has begun developing the district’s next strategic plan in partnership with Dr. Mitch Owen of Mitchen Leadership and Organization Development. The strategic planning process will help us build upon what is working well, identify current and emerging needs, and establish strategic priorities that will guide how we focus our efforts and resources moving forward.
Members of the district’s Strategic Planning Core Leadership Team recently participated in a full day of preparation and training to help lead this work. The Currituck County Board of Education and Currituck County Board of Commissioners also participated in the first listening session, sharing perspectives on CCS’s strengths, opportunities for continued growth and improvement, and their vision for the district’s future.
What Comes Next
Stakeholder engagement will be an important part of the process. In the coming months, CCS will hold additional listening sessions and conduct interviews to gather feedback and perspectives from individuals throughout our schools and community. This input will help inform the development of a strategic plan that reflects our district’s priorities and provides a clear framework for the years ahead.
Together, we’re reflecting on where we are, envisioning where we want to go, and planning the path forward. Watch for additional updates and opportunities to engage as the strategic planning process continues.
Before Sharing, Be Sure to Check & Verify
It’s easy for old posts, announcements, alerts, and news stories to resurface online and look like they’re happening right now. The information may have been accurate when it was first shared, but that doesn’t mean it’s still current or applies to your situation. Before sharing something, take a moment to check the date and details, including where the information came from and who it applies to. This week’s Tech Tip is a simple reminder that a quick check can help keep outdated or out-of-context information from spreading.
For more Tech Tips and other helpful resources, visit our Technology page.
Visitors - Please Have ID Ready
As we welcome our students and families back to school, please be reminded that all front office staff will request photo ID for campus access.
To help maintain a safe and secure school environment, we kindly ask all visitors to follow these steps:
📌Please use the Main Entrance.
📌Have a valid photo ID ready and be prepared to share the purpose of your visit.
📌Once buzzed into the building, all visitors must report directly to the Main Office first before going anywhere else in the building.
📌Visitors approved to move beyond the Main Office must wear a visitor badge/sticker at all times.
Please Note: If multiple families arrive at the same time, each visitor must present an ID and state their purpose for visiting before being granted entry.
Our highest priority is always to provide a safe environment for our students and staff. We appreciate your partnership in keeping our schools safe and welcoming for everyone!
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!
Additional Resource for Families
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 next Currituck County Board of Education meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 15, 2026.
MEETING DETAILS:
📆 Meeting Date: Thursday, October 15, 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.