Alexander County Schools

07/23/2026

The hard work behind the scenes to make a school district great is often thanks to our unsung heroes!

Thank you to Mr. Bryan Davis, Director of Facilities and Maintenance, and his team for their hard work at The West Alexander Middle School this summer.

New electrical wiring and panel are in place for the upcoming school year.
A new roof has been installed. New heat pumps are set to be installed soon, as well as new ceiling grids and duct work.

07/22/2026

Interested in becoming a Substitute Teacher for Alexander County Schools?

Looking for some extra income?
Join us for a brief introduction on how to become a Substitute in our District.

Wednesday August 5, 2026
2:00-3:00 pm
Board of Education Conference Room
700 Liledoun Road
Taylorsville, NC 28681

If interested, please RSVP to [email protected]
or call 828-632-7001 ext. 223

07/21/2026

You are invited:

Back to School Bash
August 6th-2:30pm-4:00pm
Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Thank you for supporting our students and community!

07/20/2026

Alexander Early College is gearing up for the new year! Please see the information below for Open House.

August 4: Treetop Adventures for rising 9th graders 7:30 am-3:30 pm
August 5: 9th Grade Orientation from 8:30-10:30 am
August 6: Open House 10th-12th from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
9th Grade Open House 4:00-6:00 p.m.

07/20/2026

Please plan to join us for this great resource for families.

🌐 Parenting in the Digital Age 🌐
Do you know what's really happening on your child's phone?

Join us on:
📅 Tuesday, August 18
⏱️ 6:30 PM
📍 Alexander Central Auditorium.. for a brief but eye-opening discussion designed to help parents/guardians better understand today's digital world.

You'll learn:
• Hidden risks of social media and apps
• What teens may be exposed to online
• Practical ways to help keep your child safe

This presentation will begin immediately following the ACHS Open House. All parents and guardians are welcome. We hope to see you there!


County Health Department

07/16/2026

Alexander County Schools welcomes Melissa Paisley as School Nutrition Director! Melissa states, "I’m honored and excited to serve as the new School Nutrition Director for Alexander County Schools! After eight years with the Alexander County School Nutrition team and fifteen years in food service, I’m grateful for the opportunity to continue serving the students, staff, and community I call home.

As a lifelong Alexander County resident, ACHS graduate, and parent of two Alexander County students, I understand how important nutritious, high-quality school meals are to student success. I look forward to building on the strong foundation of our School Nutrition program and serving our students with pride, dedication, and a commitment to excellence."

07/15/2026

Happy Birthday to our Superintendent!

Dr. Griffin, thank you for all you do for our students and staff! You continually push us towards excellence. We are grateful for all you do.

07/15/2026

Please see the information below for Open House in August:

August 17: ACHS Freshman Orientation 12:30-3:00 pm
August 18: All students at ACHS 4:30-6:30 pm
August 20: Elementary Schools: 4:30-6:30 pm
August 20: Middle Schools 6:00-7:30 pm

07/14/2026

Alexander County Schools welcomes Meggan Eckard to our district as PIO while she continues to support ESL students at the high school. With more than fifteen years of experience in education, Mrs. Eckard is a dedicated educator and instructional leader who holds a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Gardner-Webb University (2011) and a Master's degree in School Administration from Appalachian State University (2025). Her experience includes teaching Grades 2–4, serving K–12 English as a Second Language (ESL) students, and two and a half years in school administration.

As Mrs. Eckard begins a new role as Public Information Organizer, she looks forward to connecting with students, families, staff, and the community through clear, transparent, and meaningful communication. She views this opportunity as an extension of her commitment to supporting public education and strengthening relationships across the school community. With a passion for service, collaboration, and lifelong learning, she is excited to help share the stories, successes, and impact of the district while continuing to advocate for student achievement.

07/14/2026

Alexander County Schools welcomes BriAnne Hall as the district's Beginning Teacher and Instructional Support Specialist. BriAnne brings more than 20 years of experience in public education, including service as a Regional Support Consultant with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. In her new role, she will provide leadership for the district's Beginning Teacher Support Program and support district initiatives that strengthen instruction, support educators, and improve outcomes for students.

BriAnne holds a Master of Arts in Executive Leadership Studies from Gardner-Webb University. She is passionate about supporting educators and believes that strong schools are built through collaboration, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to improving outcomes for all students.

BriAnne lives in Elkin with her husband, Steve. They have two sons, Elliot, a third-year midshipman at the United States Naval Academy, and Kameron, a rising senior at Elkin High School. She is excited to join the Alexander County Schools team and looks forward to building relationships with educators, students, families, and the community.