Catawba Rosenwald Education Center

07/07/2026

Some goodbyes are never easy. 🖤💛🖤

As we close this chapter, we are filled with gratitude for the memories, relationships, traditions, and countless lives that have made this school so special. While this building may close, the spirit and mission of our school and the people who make it a family will continue to live on at Northstar Academy.

Our story isn't ending—it's simply beginning a new chapter. We invite you to stay connected with us by following our new page, where we'll continue sharing news, celebrating successes, and building our future together: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61591671425176

Small School, Big Mission

05/30/2026

Yesterday at the end of the year celebration for Catawba County Schools, Catawba Rosenwald was proud to have three individuals representing our school on the stage. First was Justin Hawkins who was voted on by the school staff as the Teacher of the Year. Next was Brenda Knight who was a finalist for Classified Employee of the Year. Finally, Carol Johnson was named as a finalist for Bus Driver of the Year for the county. We were thrilled to be able to cheer them on when they were recognized. Great day to be a Cobra!

05/29/2026

The school year may be coming to a close, but our staff has been busy this week preparing for the 2026-27 start at Northstar Academy! We have completed 3 days of training on instructional strategies to incorporate with our students! Exciting things are ahead, Phoenixes!

05/29/2026

🎉🥳🎉Today we celebrated the career of Nanette Moss who is retiring this school year. Thank you for the impact you have made on the students and staff at Catawba Rosenwald. Wishing you endless blessing in your retirement!

05/22/2026

Today the last buses pulled out of our parking lot for the final time, and with them years of memories, laughter, challenges, friendships, and moments that have shaped so many lives. While the hallways may grow quiet soon, we hope that the impact of the school will continue to live on in the students, staff members, family, and community who have called it home. It is difficult to say goodbye to a place that has meant so much to so many. While this chapter closes, the memories will last forever and a new chapter will begin at Northstar Academy! 🖤💛💙

05/21/2026

Today we celebrate four incredible young men whose journeys to graduation was not always easy. Each of them faced hardships, obstacles, and moments that could have caused them to give up, but they didn't! They kept showing up, kept pushing forward, and kept believing that their story was bigger than their struggles. Both Grover Linebarger, graduation speaker, and Tim Adams, principal, highlighted the difficult path these students had to take but the importance of the accomplishments that they have made.

Their diplomas represent so much more than just completing high school. They represent resilience, perseverance, growth, courage, and strength. These young men have proven that difficult circumstances do not define a person's future. Through determination, support, and hard work, they overcame challenges and reached a milestone that no one can ever take away from them.

We are beyond proud of the people that these young men have become and are excited to see where life takes them next. The road may not have been easy, but they walked across that stage stronger because of their path. Congratulations, graduates! Your perseverance is inspiring, and your future is now.

05/20/2026

Catawba Rosenwald is proud to announce the Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2026! The ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 21st, at 1:00. Families, friends, and staff members are welcome to join us for the ceremony and reception afterwards. Congratulations to our graduates!

05/20/2026

When Eric EighttwoEight stopped by a few weeks ago, he told one of our students that if she would paint him a beautiful sunset he would come back to visit her. Today. He kept that promise in coming to pick up his portrait created by Takaria. We love it when we see community members keep promises for our students and connect with them by building relationships!

05/10/2026

Attention parents and students: Middle School EOG testing will take place the week of May 11th to 15th. Please be prepared and ready to do your best. Get a good night's sleep each night. Be at school every day during testing week. You've got this, COBRAS!

05/08/2026

This week we had two special luncheons and a special treat to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week! On Monday, we enjoyed a delicious meal and scrumptious homemade desserts from Mathis Chapel Baptist Church in Catawba. We were also given the perfect chocolate cake from one of our wonderful parents. Then today our Cobra Council served the staff another wonderful meal to show their appreciation for their understanding, encouragement, and effort.