Academy Information

Gaston County’s first magnet high school and a 2017 and 2023 National Blue Ribbon School award winner, Highland is a world-class school that prepares students for a world-class future. Students complete courses in one of three academies: Health Sciences; Business, Legal, and Information Sciences; and Manufacturing/Engineering Technology and Graphics.

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Events

District News

Good News from Gaston County Schools, March

The Gaston County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of April 2025.

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Fundraising for the United Way exceeds expectations

Our students, employees, and parents raised a record amount to support education, health, and financial stability programs.

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Students selected for N.C. Governor’s School

Fifteen students have been selected to attend the 2025 session of the prestigious North Carolina Governor’s School.

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Administrative appointments and transfers for 2025-2026

Gaston County Schools has announced school administration appointments and transfers for the 2025-2026 academic year.

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Good News from Gaston County Schools, March

The Gaston County Board of Education received the following "good news" for the month of March 2025.

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Finalists announced for “Of the Year” awards

Gaston County Schools announces the finalists for its “Of the Year” awards. The winners will be revealed at the Evening of Excellence ceremony.

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