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2465 Gillespie Street
Fayetteville, NC 28306
Contact:
Lindsay A. Whitley, Ed.D.
Associate Superintendent
Communications and Community Engagement
Phone: 910-678-2303
Email: mediarequest@ccs.k12.nc.us
For Immediate Release:
Aug. 5, 2025
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8 Key Things Families 'Need to Know'
Before Heading Back to Cumberland County Schools
Fayetteville, NC – Cumberland County Schools (CCS) recently began welcoming students for the 2025-2026 school year with the return of year-round students on July 16. More students will return to CCS classrooms over the next few weeks, following this schedule:
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Monday, August 11 – Cross Creek Early College High School and Cumberland International Early College High School
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Thursday, August 14 – Cumberland Polytechnic High School
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Monday, August 25 – Traditional Schools
As families 'gear up' for the new school year, CCS is spotlighting eight essential updates designed to enhance communication, promote student achievement and strengthen safety measures districtwide. These 8 Key 'Need to Know' updates are vital for a smooth and successful start to the school year:
These 8 Key 'Need to Know' updates include:
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Code of Conduct: Revised to support both academic and emotional well-being, the updated handbook outlines clear expectations and resources for students and families.
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Language Support Line: Non-English-speaking families can receive multilingual assistance through a dedicated support line designed to make communication easier and more inclusive.
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Safety/Security Initiative & More: CCS continues its commitment to safe learning environments with Weapons Detection Systems in place, Raptor Security, Say Something Anonymous Reporting System and more.
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Student Information System – Infinite Campus: Infinite Campus offers families a more user-friendly platform to monitor grades, attendance and more.
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Alongside Mental Health App: Middle and high school students will continue to have access to mental wellness tools and self-guided support through this free resource.
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CCS' New Attendance Policy: This updated policy clarifies attendance expectations, outlines documentation procedures and reinforces the importance of being present every day to support student success.
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School Bus Safety: A reminder that only authorized school personnel and students are permitted on school buses. Unauthorized individuals may face criminal charges for trespassing or impeding the operation of a school bus.
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Family Engagement and Volunteer Opportunities: CCS remains committed to partnerships with families and community members through expanded volunteer pathways and school-based engagement efforts.
To explore each of the Eight Key Things Families 'Need to Know' and how you can be prepared for the upcoming school year, visit CCS' Back-to-School Guide: www.ccs.k12.nc.us/btsg. Additionally, you will find the Board-approved CCS calendars as well as school supply lists and more to help families plan for the year ahead.
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