Newton-Conover Middle School

It' interesting to see that SO many of the NCHS, NCMS, and elementary teachers at these schools send their kids to the county schools. It makes you wander why? I bet they don't want their kids exposed to the lack of morales and bad character kids. I went through NCCS, and with what I see, I will NOT send my kids to NCHS.
--Submitted by a parent

The school was "the place to be" in the 90's, but has gotten very "thugish" the in the 2000's. Even the coaches and teachers say the "thug" culture is out of hand. Drugs are bad every where, but are really bad here. It is sad to see a once great school system fall so far. Teachers who have taught in the county schools and at NCCS talk about the difference in the types of kids. It's night and day. Don't get me wrong, NCCS has some great kids. Years ago, the % of great kids was probably 70%, now it's probably around 15%, and the good kids get made fun of because they do what they are suppose to do. Schools like Bandys, Foard, may not be as athletic, and their facilities aren't as nice, the % of good kids is probably closer to 50%. I hope it changes, but with the amount of rentals in the NCCS area, it's only going to get worse.
--Submitted by a parent

I have been very concerned with how much attention the teachers staff an principle's are giving toward bullying and the concerns or needs of the students isn't this what school is about??I have been very happy with Newton-Conover city schools til now.Now I'm wondering If its not just a job and pay check only for most of the staff.I know so much more could be done giving a lot better effort for all the children now and future Newton-Conover Middle School kids
--Submitted by a parent

This school is amazing. I LOVE all of my teachers and the also teach me everything I need to know for the End Of Grade Test (EOG). I hate wearing the uniforms but this school is amazing! If you move to Catawba Country and u have kids in the 6th to 8th grade, I would defiantly recommend this school. We have a great principal. He takes care o everything even bully's that send text messages to people off of campus.c
--Submitted by a student

The exceptional students program is just that. The Special Ed students are accepted by their peers and included in many of the regular activities such as chorus, sports, and student counsil. The change to uniforms in 2007 was a good choice and allows the students to be kids. The Sports programs are good, and the parent involvement is good also. This school seems to be going in the right direction.
--Submitted by a parent

I am a student at Newton-Conover Middle School. I love my teachers, they teach me everything I need to know and they show you reality. My school has the best principal and he makes sure everything goes the way are supposed to. I appreaciate ths schoolo and I couldn;t imagine going anywhere else. if you just move here to Catawbw County and you have kids, consider this school you won't regret it. Our school also has uniforms and they are great, they were a wonderful idea and I love them.
--Submitted by a student

Mr.Griffin is a great special ed teacher.The whole staff is excellent and their program for special needs is excellent.It gives them what they need for their futures.
--Submitted by a parent