05/29/2026
A huge Tiger ROAR of congratulations to our very own, Ms. Barnes for being named Catawba County Schools Beginning Teacher of the Year! 🏆
We are beyond proud of her and grateful for the positive impact she makes on our students, families, and staff each day. Startown is a better place because of her!
Barnes is the 💣!
05/19/2026
Way to go Tigers! This team was recognized at the school board meeting tonight! We are so proud of them!
05/19/2026
Mrs. Surratte was in good company with recognition for “A Life Saver”! Great work Mrs. Surratte!
05/09/2026
Congratulations to Logan W.! National Champion in Archery!
05/04/2026
Thank you to startownpto for the Breakfast of Champions! It was an absolute delight on a Monday morning!
05/03/2026
Please share with Startown community families who have a rising kindergartner. We are so excited to meet our future tigers!
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05/03/2026
Staff Appreciation Week. This is your week, Tigers, to show our Startown staff how much you love them!
05/03/2026
🌸 STARTOWN ELEMENTARY SPRING CLEAN-UP 🌸
📅 Wednesday, May 6th
⏰ 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Startown Elementary School
🌿 Let’s Make Startown Shine! 🌿
Join us as we prepare our campus for end-of-year festivities. We need your help to freshen up our outdoor spaces and make our school look its very best!
🛠️ Projects for the Day:
• Spreading mulch
• Pulling weeds
• Cleaning flower beds
• General outdoor beautification
💪 Who Can Help?
Students • Families • Staff • Community Members
Everyone is welcome!
🧤 What to Bring (if available):
Rakes • Shovels • Wheelbarrows • Pitchforks • Leaf blowers • Gloves
(No tools? No problem—just bring your helping hands!)
📣 Help Us Spread the Word!
Please share this event with anyone who may be willing to help Startown.
⏱️ Running late? No problem!
We understand many may not be able to arrive until around 5:30—please still come! We will need all the help we can get.
🌟 Together We Can Make a Difference!
Your time and effort help create a beautiful, welcoming space for all of our students and families.
🐾 We hope to see you there, Tigers! 🐾
05/02/2026
Happy National Principal Appreciation Day, Mrs. Stodden!
Mrs. Stodden’s leadership, positivity, and dedication each day is truly the best. She goes above and beyond each day for our staff and students. We are thankful for all you do for us daily!