CCS joins communities nationwide in promoting safe, supportive environments for children. Together, we can help protect and empower every child.
Children's Mental Health and Wellness Fair 2026
When: Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 8-11 a.m.
Where: Festival Park at 335 Ray St., Fay.
Who: Pre-K-12 grade students and families
What: Freebies, games, food, DJ and more!
Join Our Team as a Family Ambassador!
We’re looking for passionate people to join the refreshed Family Ambassador Program! Family Ambassadors serve as trusted partners, helping to strengthen the bridge between schools and families.
Cumberland County Schools invites military-connected students and families to Home Plate Heroes: Celebrating the Military Child on April 30 at Segra Stadium from 6–8 p.m. Registration and a valid Military ID are required.
Cumberland County Schools is leading a community-driven process throughout this school year (2025-2026) to develop a new strategic plan to guide our work and ensure we provide a safe, positive and rigorous learning environment to prepare lifelong learners to reach their maximum potential.
For the fifth consecutive year, CCS was recognized with the State Superintendent's Purple Star Award by the NC Department of Public Instruction for implementing military-friendly practices and demonstrating a strong dedication to the unique needs of students from military families.
CCS' Communications and Community Engagement Department has been honored with six prestigious Gold Blue Ribbon Awards and one Silver Blue Ribbon Award from the North Carolina School Public Relations Association (NCSPRA) for outstanding and effective communications.
CCS is highlighting progress in student growth, graduation rates and several tested subjects following the release of the 2024-2025 accountability results by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. 78 percent of the schools in CCS met or exceeded growth.
Cumberland County Schools renewed its accreditation status, receiving Cognia® Systems Accreditation. Cognia, formerly AdvancED, is a nonprofit organization that provides quality assurance for schools, school districts and education service providers.
For the fourth consecutive year, the STARward STEM EXPO showcased 16 student teams from seven elementary, middle and high schools. Over the past three years, more than 170 teams and 1,000 students have competed, inspiring the next generation of space explorers and innovators.
