OCTOBER 1, 2026 MESSAGE TEXT.
Good evening Yadkin Early College parents and students. If you will give me just a couple minutes of your time, I have a few announcements. First, tomorrow morning, Friday, October 2, fourth year seniors will have their required advisory class. They will have guest speakers about internship and apprenticeship opportunities for students. These are great opportunities for students to get prepared for their future plans and maybe even get paid along the way. So make sure seniors are in attendance tomorrow morning. Attendance will be taken.
Also, we have posted our newest apparel order online. Please check out our website or social media pages for information and the link. Students and parents can order hoodies and shirts to show their wolf pride and support Yadkin Early College. Orders will be taken through October 9th.
Last week, progress reports were sent home with students. Parents, please make sure you have seen your student's progress report. Any student with a class average below a 70 must have the report signed by a parent and returned to the teacher.
We have several upcoming events to add to your calendars as well. On Thursday, October 8, we will have our FAFSA Night at 6:00 upstairs in A building room 224. Students planning to graduate at the end of this school year should attend to learn how to complete the required FAFSA application. Please bring a copy of last years tax returns to help you complete this.
On Friday, October 9, we will have our school picture day. All students, except those graduating in May, will have their picture taken on this day. So please dress in school appropriate attire and come prepared to have your picture taken that morning. No hats are allowed in school pictures. Also, graduating students will have their formal pictures taken in November.
We have multiple field trips scheduled this month so please be on the look out for permission forms prior to these trips. And finally there is another early release day and workday scheduled for October 15 and 16. So please make sure to mark these on your calendar.
Thank you for your time and I hope you have a wonderful evening.
Good evening Yadkin Early College parents and students. If you will give me just a couple minutes of your time, I have a few announcements. First, tomorrow morning, Friday, October 2, fourth year seniors will have their required advisory class. They will have guest speakers about internship and apprenticeship opportunities for students. These are great opportunities for students to get prepared for their future plans and maybe even get paid along the way. So make sure seniors are in attendance tomorrow morning. Attendance will be taken.
Also, we have posted our newest apparel order online. Please check out our website or social media pages for information and the link. Students and parents can order hoodies and shirts to show their wolf pride and support Yadkin Early College. Orders will be taken through October 9th.
Last week, progress reports were sent home with students. Parents, please make sure you have seen your student's progress report. Any student with a class average below a 70 must have the report signed by a parent and returned to the teacher.
We have several upcoming events to add to your calendars as well. On Thursday, October 8, we will have our FAFSA Night at 6:00 upstairs in A building room 224. Students planning to graduate at the end of this school year should attend to learn how to complete the required FAFSA application. Please bring a copy of last years tax returns to help you complete this.
On Friday, October 9, we will have our school picture day. All students, except those graduating in May, will have their picture taken on this day. So please dress in school appropriate attire and come prepared to have your picture taken that morning. No hats are allowed in school pictures. Also, graduating students will have their formal pictures taken in November.
We have multiple field trips scheduled this month so please be on the look out for permission forms prior to these trips. And finally there is another early release day and workday scheduled for October 15 and 16. So please make sure to mark these on your calendar.
Thank you for your time and I hope you have a wonderful evening.
NEW YEC apparel now available for order online at https://nandtees.chipply.com/yadkinearlycollege. Show your wolf pride. Order now through October 9th.
PHONE MESSAGE FOR 9/16/26
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Early Release and Workday
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Good evening Yadkin Early College families. This is just a quick reminder that tomorrow, Thursday, September 17 is an early release day. Yadkin Early College will dismiss students at 12:30. Students in college classes will need to be sure to communicate with their instructors regarding assignments. Friday, September 18 is a teacher workday for Yadkin County Schools. There will be no high school classes on Friday. College classes will operate on a normal schedule for any students who have Friday college classes. I hope each of you have a wonderful evening.
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Early Release and Workday
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Good evening Yadkin Early College families. This is just a quick reminder that tomorrow, Thursday, September 17 is an early release day. Yadkin Early College will dismiss students at 12:30. Students in college classes will need to be sure to communicate with their instructors regarding assignments. Friday, September 18 is a teacher workday for Yadkin County Schools. There will be no high school classes on Friday. College classes will operate on a normal schedule for any students who have Friday college classes. I hope each of you have a wonderful evening.
It's that time of year to start thinking about attending Governor's School. Below is some pertinent information from the state as well as information regarding our local deadline.
Minimum Requirements
The minimum academic requirements to attend Gov School have not changed from last year. Students must meet at least one of these requirements to apply:
●Cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.25 or higher; or
●Cumulative weighted GPA of 3.5 or higher; or
●Score of 4 or higher on an NC End of Course assessment; or
●Score of 3 or higher on an Advanced Placement exam; or
●Grade of B or higher in a Career College Promise course on the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement, or a University Course; or
●Minimum composite score of 19 on the Pre-ACT/ACT or a minimum score of 1010 on the PSAT/SAT; or
●Minimum score of 90th percentile on aptitude assessment (composite or subtest)
For more information check out the Governor's School Website at https://www.dpi.nc.gov/students-families/enhanced-opportunities/north-carolina-governors-school
The district deadline for all nominees from the school level will be Thursday, November 5.
See Ms. Slawter for more details and an application.
Minimum Requirements
The minimum academic requirements to attend Gov School have not changed from last year. Students must meet at least one of these requirements to apply:
●Cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.25 or higher; or
●Cumulative weighted GPA of 3.5 or higher; or
●Score of 4 or higher on an NC End of Course assessment; or
●Score of 3 or higher on an Advanced Placement exam; or
●Grade of B or higher in a Career College Promise course on the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement, or a University Course; or
●Minimum composite score of 19 on the Pre-ACT/ACT or a minimum score of 1010 on the PSAT/SAT; or
●Minimum score of 90th percentile on aptitude assessment (composite or subtest)
For more information check out the Governor's School Website at https://www.dpi.nc.gov/students-families/enhanced-opportunities/north-carolina-governors-school
The district deadline for all nominees from the school level will be Thursday, November 5.
See Ms. Slawter for more details and an application.
MESSAGE FOR SEPTEMBER 3, 2026:
Good evening Yadkin Early College families. This is Principal Chris Lyon with a few announcements and reminders. First, this upcoming Monday there will be no high school or college classes for students in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Regular classes will resume on Tuesday, September 8. Tomorrow morning, super-seniors and other students scheduled to graduate in the spring of 2027, will have their required advisory class. This class is required as part of the early college program for all seniors and super-seniors on their scheduled Friday. This week, advisory class is for the students scheduled to graduate in the spring of 2027.
Also, please check our website and social media accounts for announcements, upcoming events, and information about our school. If you haven't already downloaded the Yadkin County Schools app, go to the Play Store or Apple Store to download the app. On the app, select Yadkin Early College from the list of schools and keep up with events, news items and our live feed. Teachers are also using this app to reach out to parents and students with messages about classes. So download the app if you haven't already and keep up with information from our school and the district.
I hope each of you have a wonderful and safe Labor Day holiday this weekend.
Good evening Yadkin Early College families. This is Principal Chris Lyon with a few announcements and reminders. First, this upcoming Monday there will be no high school or college classes for students in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Regular classes will resume on Tuesday, September 8. Tomorrow morning, super-seniors and other students scheduled to graduate in the spring of 2027, will have their required advisory class. This class is required as part of the early college program for all seniors and super-seniors on their scheduled Friday. This week, advisory class is for the students scheduled to graduate in the spring of 2027.
Also, please check our website and social media accounts for announcements, upcoming events, and information about our school. If you haven't already downloaded the Yadkin County Schools app, go to the Play Store or Apple Store to download the app. On the app, select Yadkin Early College from the list of schools and keep up with events, news items and our live feed. Teachers are also using this app to reach out to parents and students with messages about classes. So download the app if you haven't already and keep up with information from our school and the district.
I hope each of you have a wonderful and safe Labor Day holiday this weekend.
Surry Community College tutoring services for writing will be available with Katelyn Joyce on Fridays (10am-1pm) in YA 218.
New SCC Main Campus (in Dobson) parking requirements. See the attached graphic.
It's time to start the 26-27 school year.
We are looking forward to our incoming 9th grade students joining us on Wednesday. Student drop off/pickup will be in the back parking lot at the covered shelter.
The Early College model offers opportunities for students across the state. Take a look at this recent article from EdNC.
https://www.ednc.org/perspective-what-early-colleges-can-teach-us-about-expanding-dual-enrollment/
https://www.ednc.org/perspective-what-early-colleges-can-teach-us-about-expanding-dual-enrollment/
Join us for our Open House on Monday, August 10 between 11 am and 7 pm.
MESSAGE FOR 11TH GRADE STUDENTS
MAY 26, 2026
REISSUED ACT SCORE REPORTS
Good evening students and parents. I have a quick message for students who just completed 11th grade. The ACT recently reissued scores for the ACT exam juniors took in March of this year and many scores have changed. We received these updated score reports today and they are available for students to pick up in the school office. Please feel free to come by and pick up your score report at your earliest convenience. Students can access these updated scores online in their MyACT account as well. Have a wonderful evening.
MAY 26, 2026
REISSUED ACT SCORE REPORTS
Good evening students and parents. I have a quick message for students who just completed 11th grade. The ACT recently reissued scores for the ACT exam juniors took in March of this year and many scores have changed. We received these updated score reports today and they are available for students to pick up in the school office. Please feel free to come by and pick up your score report at your earliest convenience. Students can access these updated scores online in their MyACT account as well. Have a wonderful evening.
END OF YEAR MESSAGE: Sunday, May 17, 2026
Good evening Yadkin Early College families. I have some important information for you regarding the end of the school year. Tomorrow, Monday, May 18, we will have teacher made exams for students who are required to take them or for those who choose to take them to try and improve their class grade. We will also have our final English 2 EOC review tomorrow as well. Classes will operate on a regular schedule. On Tuesday we will have the English 2 end of course exam which is required by the state for all students in that class. We will also have the second day of teacher made exams for Spanish 2. Wednesday through Friday of this week will be for make up exams and retests for any students required or needing to take them. Once students have completed their exams for the day they may leave but they must be signed out in the office prior to leaving. Our buses will operate on a regular schedule for any student needing to ride the bus.
Also, all students need to make sure they have turned in all school devices with chargers, their college textbooks, paid lunch charges and any other outstanding fees prior to leaving for the summer.
Please keep a check on our website and social media pages throughout the summer for updates pertaining to next school year. I hope each of you have a wonderful and safe summer break.
Good evening Yadkin Early College families. I have some important information for you regarding the end of the school year. Tomorrow, Monday, May 18, we will have teacher made exams for students who are required to take them or for those who choose to take them to try and improve their class grade. We will also have our final English 2 EOC review tomorrow as well. Classes will operate on a regular schedule. On Tuesday we will have the English 2 end of course exam which is required by the state for all students in that class. We will also have the second day of teacher made exams for Spanish 2. Wednesday through Friday of this week will be for make up exams and retests for any students required or needing to take them. Once students have completed their exams for the day they may leave but they must be signed out in the office prior to leaving. Our buses will operate on a regular schedule for any student needing to ride the bus.
Also, all students need to make sure they have turned in all school devices with chargers, their college textbooks, paid lunch charges and any other outstanding fees prior to leaving for the summer.
Please keep a check on our website and social media pages throughout the summer for updates pertaining to next school year. I hope each of you have a wonderful and safe summer break.
Awards Day and End of Year Schedule
Good evening Yadkin Early College family. I have a few pieces of information to share with everyone regarding upcoming events and our schedule as we conclude our school year. First, our National Honor Society Induction Ceremony and our Awards Day presentations will be tomorrow, Friday, May 8. Our NHS Induction Ceremony will begin at 12:00 noon. It will conclude around 12:20 and we will transition to our awards day presentations beginning around 12:30. If you arrive after we have started our NHS Induction Ceremony, we ask that you enter quietly and respectfully while we recognize these students. Once that ceremony is complete we will have a few minutes as we transition to our Awards Day presentations.
Other important dates to know are as follows: the last day of college classes will be Monday, May 11. Friday, May 15 is the last day of high school classes and our high school graduation will be at 6:00 that evening. Our week of exams begin on Monday, May 18 with teacher made exams. Tuesday, May 19 will be the English II End of Course Exam. This EOC exam is required for all 9th grade students.
If any student has college textbooks they have not turned in they must do so by May 13. Students with school devices must turn those in before they leave for the summer. Please make sure to include the chargers with any leased devices. We will be sending letters home with students next week with this information and specifics regarding exams. I hope each of you have a wonderful evening and we hope to see you at our NHS Induction and Awards Day tomorrow.
Schedule to publish: May 7, 2026, 5:30 PM EDT
Good evening Yadkin Early College family. I have a few pieces of information to share with everyone regarding upcoming events and our schedule as we conclude our school year. First, our National Honor Society Induction Ceremony and our Awards Day presentations will be tomorrow, Friday, May 8. Our NHS Induction Ceremony will begin at 12:00 noon. It will conclude around 12:20 and we will transition to our awards day presentations beginning around 12:30. If you arrive after we have started our NHS Induction Ceremony, we ask that you enter quietly and respectfully while we recognize these students. Once that ceremony is complete we will have a few minutes as we transition to our Awards Day presentations.
Other important dates to know are as follows: the last day of college classes will be Monday, May 11. Friday, May 15 is the last day of high school classes and our high school graduation will be at 6:00 that evening. Our week of exams begin on Monday, May 18 with teacher made exams. Tuesday, May 19 will be the English II End of Course Exam. This EOC exam is required for all 9th grade students.
If any student has college textbooks they have not turned in they must do so by May 13. Students with school devices must turn those in before they leave for the summer. Please make sure to include the chargers with any leased devices. We will be sending letters home with students next week with this information and specifics regarding exams. I hope each of you have a wonderful evening and we hope to see you at our NHS Induction and Awards Day tomorrow.
Schedule to publish: May 7, 2026, 5:30 PM EDT
MESSAGE FOR APRIL 24, 2026
YCS TEACHER WORKDAY, MONDAY, APRIL 27
Good evening. This is a quick reminder that Monday, April 27 is a teacher workday for Yadkin County Schools. Therefore there will be no high school classes. Surry Community College classes will operate on their regular schedule. Yadkin Early College students who are unable to attend college classes due to no bus transportation should contact their instructors and make them aware. The absence will be excused but students will be required to complete any missed work.
Also, here are some other dates to put on your calendar as we get close to the end of the school year. May 8 will be our Awards Day and NHS Induction ceremony beginning at 12:00. May 15 will be our graduation beginning at 6:00. The week of May 18-22 will be our final exam week. More information about these events will be forthcoming in the near future but please mark these dates on your calendar. Have a wonderful weekend.
YCS TEACHER WORKDAY, MONDAY, APRIL 27
Good evening. This is a quick reminder that Monday, April 27 is a teacher workday for Yadkin County Schools. Therefore there will be no high school classes. Surry Community College classes will operate on their regular schedule. Yadkin Early College students who are unable to attend college classes due to no bus transportation should contact their instructors and make them aware. The absence will be excused but students will be required to complete any missed work.
Also, here are some other dates to put on your calendar as we get close to the end of the school year. May 8 will be our Awards Day and NHS Induction ceremony beginning at 12:00. May 15 will be our graduation beginning at 6:00. The week of May 18-22 will be our final exam week. More information about these events will be forthcoming in the near future but please mark these dates on your calendar. Have a wonderful weekend.
EASTER BREAK (message from April 1, 2026)
Good evening Yadkin Early College families. This is a quick message with a few reminders. First, tomorrow, Thursday, April 2, we will be taking the 10th grade students to visit Appalachian State University. This trip will be during the school day so no special transportation is needed. The weather in Boone is supposed to be in the mid to upper 60's so dress accordingly. Also, the dining halls on campus do not take cash so students will need to bring a card to purchase lunch. This is a required field trip as part of our program but students must turn in the updated permission form prior to leaving in the morning. 10th grade students should go to their homeroom first tomorrow before loading the bus.
Also, this Friday, April 3 will be the Good Friday holiday for both Yadkin County Schools and Surry Community College. There will be no high school or college classes this Friday. The regular class schedule for high school and college will resume on Monday, April 6. I hope each of you have a wonderful Easter weekend.
Good evening Yadkin Early College families. This is a quick message with a few reminders. First, tomorrow, Thursday, April 2, we will be taking the 10th grade students to visit Appalachian State University. This trip will be during the school day so no special transportation is needed. The weather in Boone is supposed to be in the mid to upper 60's so dress accordingly. Also, the dining halls on campus do not take cash so students will need to bring a card to purchase lunch. This is a required field trip as part of our program but students must turn in the updated permission form prior to leaving in the morning. 10th grade students should go to their homeroom first tomorrow before loading the bus.
Also, this Friday, April 3 will be the Good Friday holiday for both Yadkin County Schools and Surry Community College. There will be no high school or college classes this Friday. The regular class schedule for high school and college will resume on Monday, April 6. I hope each of you have a wonderful Easter weekend.
THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 2026 - SPRING BREAK ANNOUNCEMENT
Good evening Yadkin Early College parents and students. I hope you have had a chance to get outside and enjoy the current warmer temperatures we've had recently. With these warmer temperatures brings the thoughts of spring and our upcoming spring break which will be next week, March 9-13. While tomorrow, Friday, March 6 is now a student day, both Yadkin County Schools and Surry Community College will be on spring break next week so there will be no high school or college classes next week. I hope everyone will be able to enjoy some time away from school, or get caught up if you are behind. I hope everyone will be able to get some rest and get ready for the final quarter of the school year. We have several events coming up in the next few weeks like field trips and the final push to exams in May. We have just started practice after school for our final events of the early college cup season as well. Any student interested in participating in volleyball or chess should see Mrs. Cave or Mr. Webster. Before I finish, I want to congratulate our quiz bowl team for their victory in the Northwest Regional Library Quiz Bowl competition. They finished first in the region, beating out 7 other high schools for the title. We are very proud of Mr. Johnson and our team. Way to go Wolves! In closing, remember that tomorrow is a regular student day and then next week is spring break. I hope each of you have a wonderful and safe spring break.
Good evening Yadkin Early College parents and students. I hope you have had a chance to get outside and enjoy the current warmer temperatures we've had recently. With these warmer temperatures brings the thoughts of spring and our upcoming spring break which will be next week, March 9-13. While tomorrow, Friday, March 6 is now a student day, both Yadkin County Schools and Surry Community College will be on spring break next week so there will be no high school or college classes next week. I hope everyone will be able to enjoy some time away from school, or get caught up if you are behind. I hope everyone will be able to get some rest and get ready for the final quarter of the school year. We have several events coming up in the next few weeks like field trips and the final push to exams in May. We have just started practice after school for our final events of the early college cup season as well. Any student interested in participating in volleyball or chess should see Mrs. Cave or Mr. Webster. Before I finish, I want to congratulate our quiz bowl team for their victory in the Northwest Regional Library Quiz Bowl competition. They finished first in the region, beating out 7 other high schools for the title. We are very proud of Mr. Johnson and our team. Way to go Wolves! In closing, remember that tomorrow is a regular student day and then next week is spring break. I hope each of you have a wonderful and safe spring break.
With the impending inclement weather forecasted for this weekend, please look at our website to review our inclement weather policy for Yadkin Early College and Surry Community College classes in the event of school closings.
https://yec.yadkin.k12.nc.us/o/yec/page/yecscc-inclement-weather-policy-information
Stay Safe & Warm
https://yec.yadkin.k12.nc.us/o/yec/page/yecscc-inclement-weather-policy-information
Stay Safe & Warm
