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Tuckaseegee's LaTresha Wilson will be honored at December symposium.
- People Excellence
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Officer Michelle Archer was recognized at the July 23 board meeting.
- People Excellence
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Matthew Wykoff is one of 24 finalists for the award.
- People Excellence
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The three-day conference prepares CMS leadership for the 2026-27 school year.
- Operational Excellence
- People Excellence
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The CMS Roadmap to Responsible AI
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An opportunity catalyst
- Operational Excellence
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More than 600 students submitted artwork to the districtwide K-12 art competition, The Crown Collection.
- Academic Excellence
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The school's first group of freshmen is set to graduate.
- Academic Excellence
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Harding High School Seniors Equipped to Look Like Their Future
- Engagement Excellence
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The Soccer at Schools initiative is designed to expand access to soccer.
- Engagement Excellence
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Surles lives a life of service at school, around the country and the world.
- People Excellence
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Finding simplicity in teaching has made Finnie's first year in the classroom a success.
- People Excellence
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From a young age, Hauss knew she wanted to be a teacher.
- People Excellence
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East Mecklenburg seniors were recognized for creating videos that help teens.
- Engagement Excellence
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Hardware season is officially here!
- Academic Excellence
- Athletics