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Gaston County Schools offers magnet schools, themed academies and an online learning option.
For the 2026–2027 academic year, Gaston County Schools is offering 17 magnet schools and academies for students. Families are encouraged to explore School Choice program options by visiting https://www.gaston.k12.nc.us/academics/magent-schools-and-academy-programs. Applications for Choice and Magnet School programs will be accepted from January 12 through March 6, 2026, with the lottery scheduled for April 2, 2026. Submit your online application here.
The Board of Education has approved the 2026-2027 school calendar. The calendar was adopted during the board meeting on December 15. You may view and print the calendar using the calendar link on this page.
The Board of Education will meet on Monday, February 16, at 5:30 p.m. at the Gaston County Schools Central Office, 943 Osceola Street, Gastonia. The public is invited to attend.
North Gaston High School’s Leadership Academy will hold an open house for prospective students and their parents on Tuesday, Feb. 17 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Families will be able to learn more about the program and ask questions during the event.
The Academy of Health and Human Services at East Gaston High School will host an open house for prospective students on Wednesday, Feb. 18, from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
The Gaston County Schools Marching Band Fanfare showcased crowd-pleasing performances by our high school bands.
Forestview High School’s Collegiate Prep Academy will hold an open house for prospective students and their parents on Thursday, Feb. 19 from 6:00 to 7 p.m. Families will be able to learn more about the program and ask questions during the event.
Gaston Early College will host two open house events for prospective students and families. The first will be held Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The second will be held Tuesday, Feb. 24, from 6 to 7 p.m. Families are invited to attend, meet staff, and learn more about the Early College.
Highland School of Technology will host Open House events for prospective students and families on Thursday, January 22, 2026, and Thursday, February 19, 2026. Both events will be held from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Families are invited to attend, meet staff and learn more about Highland.
