SUN Bucks is a program from the U.S. Department of Agriculture that helps families buy groceries during the summer months when school is out. Eligible families will receive a one-time payment of $120 per child on a debit-like card. The card can be used to purchase nutritious food during the summer months when schools are out. For more information, visit https://www.ncdhhs.gov/sunbucks.

Kindergarten enrollment for the 2026-27 school year is open. Families can complete the application by visiting the registration page.

Now is the time to enroll your child in pre-kindergarten for the 2026-27 school year. Families are encouraged to complete the enrollment form now to secure a spot. Pre-kindergarten helps children build strong learning and social skills that prepare them for kindergarten. Visit our website to get started today.

The Board of Education approved the 2026-27 school calendar. The calendar was adopted during the board meeting on December 15, 2025, and revised March 16, 2026, to change the optional teacher workday from June 1, 2027, to August 4, 2026. You may view and print the calendar using the calendar link on this page.

Gaston County Schools is partnering with Kintegra Health to provide a school-based telehealth clinic, giving students access to medical care without leaving campus.

Through the telehealth clinic, students can connect with a Kintegra Health medical provider using secure video technology. A trained clinical professional will be with the student during the visit to assist with the exam and communicate with the provider.

For more information, visit the Gaston County Schools / Kintegra Health Telehealth Clinic webpage.

We are pleased to welcome new students to Gaston County Schools. To begin the enrollment process, please download our student assignment application.

Parents should make sure that their child’s school has up-to-date contact information (home address, telephone number, e-mail address, etc.) on file.  Parents should contact the school office to provide updates.

If parents have a question or concern, they are encouraged to contact their child’s teacher or the school principal to discuss the issue or schedule a meeting. 

Gaston County Schools values its partnership with local law enforcement, including the Gaston County Police, Sheriff’s Office, and municipal agencies, to ensure school safety. Each school has a comprehensive safety plan, conducts random screenings and emergency drills, and has a police resource officer assigned to maintain a direct connection with law enforcement.