STARS Charter School

10/13/2026

Check out the October Newsletter from the elementary school at STARS Charter School!

STARS Charter

10/02/2026

Skip cooking dinner next Thursday, come enjoy some amazing food vendors and meet with teachers to learn what's happening at STARS! Taco Paraiso, Grill Me Up, Sweet Pines Funnel Cakes, and Fizzy Sips will be on campus from 5- 7 p.m.!

10/01/2026

STARS Families,

The internet is currently out at STARS Charter School.

This may create some issues when calling into the school.

Thanks for your patience and understanding. We're over here pushing through and making the most of the day.

THANK YOU!

09/30/2026

Join us on October 8th, from 5 to 7pm, for our Fall Parent Night! Learn how you can support your child's success, connect with their teachers, and see what is happening at STARS this year! Plus, enjoy a great dinner from Taco Paraiso or Grill Me Up!

08/25/2026

We're Hiring: Exceptional Children's Teacher (Grades 5–8)

STARS Charter School is looking for a dedicated Exceptional Children (EC) Teacher to join our team in Vass, NC, and we're hoping to fill this role quickly.

This position supports students in grades 5 through 8, working closely with general education teachers, service providers, and families to make sure every student with an IEP gets the instruction and support they deserve. If you value strong relationships, clear structure, and high expectations for every learner, we want to hear from you.

✅ Valid NC EC Teaching License (or eligibility for licensure)
✅ Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field
✅ Full-time, 10-month instructional position

💰 Why STARS pays attention to compensation:
Salary aligned to the NC State Salary Schedule, county supplements, potential signing bonuses for eligible candidates, compensation for advanced degrees, and state retirement benefits. We believe great teachers deserve to be valued, not just applauded.

📍 Apply now, we're moving quickly to fill this position: https://app.higherme.com/jobs/699c684b69102
Also posted at starscharter.org.

Know an EC teacher who'd be a great fit for our STARS family? Tag them below or share this post. 💫

08/13/2026

08/03/2026

Bus Registration is LIVE

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08/02/2026

Please see the attached message - if you did not get the phone blast please email [email protected] so I can add you into the system:

Good evening, STARS families!

We are so excited to welcome everyone back for the 2026–2027 school year. We have a few important back-to-school updates to help families get ready.

After School Care registration will open on Monday, August 3, at 9:00 a.m. Bus registration will open later that same day, Monday, August 3, at 3:00 p.m. Please remember that both bus and After School Care registration must be completed each school year. Registrations do not roll over from last year.

Bus routes have changed this year, so please take time to read all bus information carefully before registering. To find bus routes and bus guidelines, visit www.starscharter.org, go to the Parent Portal, and click Useful Links. Bus rosters will also be posted during both Back-to-School Nights.

If you have bus questions, please email Mrs. Ridgeway at [email protected].

We also want to invite families to Back-to-School Night! Our 5th through 8th grade Back-to-School Night will be Wednesday, August 12, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Our Kindergarten through 4th grade Back-to-School Night will be Thursday, August 13, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

The PTO will be joining us with a snow cone truck and information booths. Back-to-School Night is a great time to meet teachers, visit classrooms, see the school, and take care of any remaining paperwork.

Finally, our first week of school will be staggered entry. Students with last names beginning A through L will attend on August 17 and 18. Students with last names beginning M through Z will attend on August 19 and 20. No students will attend on Friday, August 21, as this is a teacher workday. All students will attend beginning Monday, August 24.

We cannot wait to see our students and families back on campus. It is going to be a great year at STARS!

07/28/2026

Dear STARS Families,

Your child remains on the waiting list for our brick-and-mortar school. Although we cannot predict every opening, most grade levels are currently full, and movement on the waiting list becomes less likely as the beginning of the school year approaches.

We know many families applied because they want their child to become part of STARS. For students entering grades 4th–9th, STARS Virtual Academy offers another way to join our school community this year.

SVA is not simply a collection of online assignments. Students receive instruction from licensed teachers, participate in live instructional opportunities, communicate regularly with teachers and STARS staff, and receive support when they need help. The virtual format gives families greater flexibility while maintaining real academic expectations and accountability.

Students in grades 4th-8th may also have opportunities to participate in select in-person electives and activities at our STARS campus if families can provide transportation. SVA students can also take part in afterschool clubs, school events, special activities, and other opportunities to remain connected to the larger STARS community.

Virtual learning works best when students follow a consistent routine, complete work throughout the week, and ask for help when needed. Parents do not have to become the teacher, but they should be prepared to monitor progress and help their child remain organized. Our SVA team will remain closely involved through phone calls, emails, progress updates, and direct support for students and families.

Orientation begins the week of August 3 as we help students become comfortable with their classes, technology, and the systems they will use each day. Orientation dates are already beginning to fill as we prepare families for Launch Week, which begins August 10.

If your family is still hoping for an opportunity to join STARS this year, we encourage you to consider whether SVA could be a good fit for your child. A limited number of spaces remain.

If you would like more information or want to reserve an orientation time, please reply to this email, or email the SVA Principal, Jonathan Seawell ([email protected]) directly.

Asking questions does not obligate your family to enroll. We will be happy to discuss the program and help you determine whether it matches your child’s needs.

Sincerely,
The STARS Virtual Academy Team

07/22/2026

We are excited to welcome our STARS families back for the 2026–2027 school year!

Back-to-School Night will be held for 5th–8th Grade on Wednesday, August 12, from 5:00–7:00 p.m., and for Kindergarten–4th Grade on Thursday, August 13, from 5:00–7:00 p.m.

Homeroom and staggered start information will be mailed the week before Back-to-School Night. Please review the graphic for classroom locations and important staggered entry dates.

We can’t wait to see our students and families back on campus! ✨