November 11, 2026
"What's Happening Wednesday!"
We hope you had a wonderful Veterans Day holiday. Thank you to all who have served! We will see our students back in school on Thursday, November 12. As we head into the holiday season, here are a ...
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November 4, 2026
"What's Happening Wednesday!"
CCS families, please mark your calendars for these upcoming closures, breaks, and early release times as we enter the holiday season!November 11 -- Veterans Day Holiday: All schools and district of...
October 28, 2026
"What's Happening Wednesday!"
🍂 Fall Back This Sunday! ⏰Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, November 1, so we get an extra hour! 🎉 Most phones and digital devices will update automatically, but don’t forget to check any cloc...
October 21, 2026
"What's Happening Wednesday!"
Community Event: Trunk or Treat 🎃Bethany Lutheran Church invites families to Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 25, from 4–6 p.m.Location: 1644 Main Ave. Dr. NW, HickoryAll are welcome to join the f...
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Mission Statement:
At St. Stephens High School, “Engage. Inspire. Empower.” is more than a motto—it’s our mission. We strive to engage every student in meaningful learning, inspire curiosity and creativity through excellence in teaching, and empower all learners to reach their full potential as compassionate, confident, and capable members of our community.
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1240 students
Principal: Matt Barham
Assistant Principals: Jill Chiles, Nathan Fredericks, Patrick W Smith
School Hours: 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Principal’s Message
Welcome to St. Stephens High School. We're proudly serving our local families by meeting the academic and citizenship expectations of our community. Our students and Our Tribe!
Warm regards,
Matt Barham
Phone: 828-256-9841