Founded in 1978, MDS serves children JK3-8th grade. We are academically rigorous and future-focused.
Morganton Day School, previously known as The Children’s School, has made a commitment, reaffirmed daily, to be an institution of learning. The School is dedicated to a philosophy of experiential education, parental involvement, and a concern for the uniqueness of the individual as a member of a global community. Exceptional academic goals are met without compromising the child’s spirit, human dig
06/13/2026
☀️ Summer Morning Out at MDS! ☀️
Need a little time for yourself this summer? Drop off your 3–6 year old for a fun-filled morning of socializing, playtime, and making new friends while you enjoy a well-deserved break!
🎨 Play
🤝 Socialize
🌟 Have Fun
Flexible drop-in care makes it easy to fit into your summer schedule.
📚✨ Celebrating the voices of our young authors! ✨📚
Through Morganton Day School’s participation in the North Carolina Reading Council Young Author Program, our students became published authors, writing original stories inspired by this year’s theme: Advocate, Educate, and Empower.
We extend a special thank you to Carolina Barbosa, our Spanish teacher, for partnering with the Burke County Library Council to bring these stories to life along the Greenway. This project is a wonderful reflection of our students’ creativity and the value Morganton Day School places on developing strong writers, thoughtful thinkers, and confident communicators.
We invite you and your family to take a walk along the Greenway and enjoy the published works of our students. Their stories demonstrate the power of words to advocate for others, educate communities, and empower positive change.
06/05/2026
After 26 years of dedicated service, love, and commitment to our students and school community, Mrs. Cape will be retiring from education at the conclusion of this school year to pursue her call to ministry.
Throughout her time at MDS, Mrs. Cape has made a lasting impact on countless students, families, and colleagues through her kindness, wisdom, and unwavering dedication to education. Her presence has been a meaningful part of our school community, and while we will greatly miss her, we are excited for her as she begins this new chapter.
We invite you to join us for a drop-in retirement celebration in honor of Mrs. Cape as we gather to thank her for the many ways she has touched our school community and wish her well. Please stop by to share memories, celebrate her incredible career, and help us send Mrs. Cape off with the appreciation and love she so richly deserves.
Please RSVP to Dr. Mikusa or the MDS Main office by June 15th.
When it comes to the arts, MDS doesn’t just talk about it—we live it. 🎨✨
Did you know our middle school students have the opportunity to choose an arts intensive to study all year long? At MDS, music and visual arts education are an important part of the student experience, giving learners the chance to explore their creativity, develop new skills, and express themselves in meaningful ways.
This year’s annual art show featured an incredible glow room, with every student contributing to the immersive experience. Seeing their creations come to life was a highlight of the year, and their excitement and pride were absolutely contagious.
A huge thank you to our talented educators for inspiring creativity and helping make the magic happen all year long.
Interested in an IB education that nurtures both academic excellence and creative expression? Apply today!
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From kindergarten memories to summer adventures—what a year! ☀️💙 Happy first day of summer from all of us at Morganton Day School.
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05/31/2026
🎓 Today we celebrate our 8th grade graduates as they begin their next adventure!
We are so proud of all they have accomplished and can’t wait to see what the future holds. No matter where they go, MDS will always be their home. 💚
Once a Titan, always a Titan. 🔱✨
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05/14/2026
Get your tickets for our school musical as the curtain is rising on The Best Little Theater in Town!! 🎤 🎵
🎭✨ When shady accountant James P. Pennypacker announces that the beloved local theater must close due to lack of funds, Mrs. Goodman, popular director Cecille Deville, and their loyal cast spring into action to save the day!
Guided by two hilarious Narrators, audiences will journey through the magic of musical theater in this fun-filled “play within a play” as a small-town theater company fights to keep the spotlight shining. 🌟🎶
Join us for an evening of laughter, music, and heart performed by our talented students!
📅 May 27
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 MDS Gym
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🌍✈️ BEST. WEEK. OF. THE. YEAR. ✈️🌍
Our middle school students are taking learning far beyond the classroom walls and into the world! 🌎📚
From the beautiful shores of the Outer Banks 🌊, to blasting off at Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama 🚀, to exploring the tropical wonders of Costa Rica 🌿☀️ our students are discovering that the best lessons happen through adventure, curiosity, and real-world experiences.
At Morganton Day School, learning doesn’t stay inside the building. Our inquiring minds are exploring new cultures, building confidence, making memories, and turning the world into their classroom. ❤️
Here’s to unforgettable learning that inspires!
Happy Teacher Appreciation Day to the ones who inspire, encourage, and make a difference every single day. Thank you for your patience, dedication, and the countless ways you help students grow. Your impact lasts far beyond the classroom. 🍎📚
Middle School at Morganton Day School is where challenge meets excitement.
Our program is designed to be academically rigorous, but that doesn’t mean it’s all textbooks and tests. We believe learning should be active, engaging, and meaningful at every level—not just in the lower school.
That’s why our middle school students dive into hands-on experiences all year long. From collaborative projects to student-led activities, they take ownership of their learning and turn their academic journey into something far more dynamic than just lessons.
Here, curiosity leads, creativity thrives, and students are empowered to grow into confident, capable learners.
Come see what makes our program so special! Apply today!
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