The first day of our Homecoming Spirit Week is a Wacky Tacky themed day. It looks like students and staff dressed in what they would normally wear on a day off! 🥸🤡

ENCSD's new tradition of recognizing a teacher and EDA of the month continues.  ENCSD's Teacher of the month for November,  Michaela Pryor, presents the Teacher of the month award for December to Hannah Richards. 

The EDA of the month for November,  Melissa Hargrove,  presents the EDA of the month for December to Faith Tabron.

💚💛🐝Get ready for Spirit Week and pick out your outfits ahead of time!🐝💛💚

We have some photos from the ENCSD vs DASH game at home last night.🏀⛹️

What Is Dragon Fruit and Does It Have Health Benefits?

Dragon fruit is a tropical fruit that’s low in calories and high in fiber and antioxidants. Some people say it tastes like a cross between a pear and a kiwi. You can slice and eat the fruit as-is, try it with yogurt, or add it to a smoothie or salad.

Dragon fruit is a tropical fruit that has become increasingly popular in recent years.

Though people primarily enjoy it for its unique look and taste, evidence suggests it may provide health benefits as well.

The Deaf Awareness Committee made this video, Hands of Thanks, to express our gratitude.

Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Lifetouch, the photography company that took our yearbook photos this year, has sent a note offering parents a discount. Use the coupon code below on orders of $29.99 or greater for a 25% discount.

Dear Parents,As a token of appreciation, Lifetouch is offering discounts on school photography!

• 25% off a purchase of $29.99+ with code THANKFUL25

Valid through 12/31/2024

During speech and language sessions this week, our students made a Thanksgiving story mix while working on defining new vocabulary words, using context clues, and identifying parts of speech.  Students were having so much fun they didn’t even realize how much they were learning! We have so much to be thankful for here at ENCSD! 💬🦃

The elementary students made turkeys using Phys. Ed. equipment today. They must be ready for Thanksgiving break!🦃

Last week, the cafeteria staff celebrated student birthdays for September, October, and November. Happy Birthday Y'all! 🎂🎁🎈🎉

Save the Date! Applications for Operation Accelerate open on January 6th!

The Board of Trustees Meeting scheduled for tomorrow, has been cancelled. 

Health Benefits of Artichokes

Artichokes are green vegetables native to the Mediterranean region and are often a key feature in Mediterranean cuisine. They may seem intimidating to prepare but require simple steaming and offer many health benefits. They are particularly high in protein and fiber.

This morning we had our 🍂Fall Festival🍁. Students walked through the 👻Haunted Halls of ENCSD🕸 knocking on doors and trick-or-treating🍬🍭🍫, painted pumpkins🎃, got their faces painted, played many games, and went on a hay ride. 

The high school students had a bear-y🐻‍❄️good time visiting the NC Zoo in Asheboro! Activities included: howling with the wolves 🐺, buzzing around the honeybee 🐝exhibit, and attempting to teach the gorillas 🦍 ASL.

Middle school students started the year off on the "right foot." The 3D shoe project was a great way to build community among students in the classroom and peers within the school. The 3D paper shoe models were displayed in McAdams, celebrating each student’s uniqueness and enhancing a sense of belonging. They then explored still life art inspired by Maya Kopitseva, focusing on shape, proportion, contrast, and texture. They began by observing fruits to improve their realistic depiction skills and create balanced compositions.

🏅Our students received academic awards this morning. Congratulate them on their outstanding achievements!🏅

What an honor to host the 2024 Girls Volleyball Mason Dixon Tournament! We already miss the lovely teams and staff from ASD, KSD, MSD, and TSD. But we still have so many sweet memories! 

The cafeteria staff threw a Pirate Party today complete with a pirate crew, food, and treasure! Great job cafeteria maties!

Our 1st Quarter Academic Awards Assembly is on Friday, October 18 at 10:00 AM. 

Parents, Guardians, and families are welcome to attend.

🍁🍂 Join us for a fun-filled Fall Festival at ENCSD! Bring the whole family for a day of seasonal fun and activities. Satisfy your sweet tooth with delicious treats and visit the photo area for the perfect fall photos. It's a perfect way to celebrate the season and connect with our school community. Students and families are invited to wear costumes to get into the Halloween spirit!  Parents, Guardians and Families are welcome to attend and participate in the fun activities.  We can’t wait to see you there!  🍂🍁

What an honor to host the 2024 Girls Volleyball Mason Dixon Tournament. The friendliness, the sportsmanship, the spirit, the players, coaches, athletic directors, and administration all from each deaf school that attended was a feeling that is almost unexplainable. To Alabama School for the Deaf, Kentucky School for the Deaf, Mississippi School for the Deaf, and Tennessee School for the Deaf - thank you for traveling to the ENCSD, we have memories that will last a lifetime! The tournament winners are: 4th place - Kentucky School for the Deaf 

We had a great tournament today! Thank you to all the wonderful people who volunteered their time to help, especially the referees who are also part of the deaf community!

The tournament is streaming live! Check out the stream on our Tournament Page.

The WNC Schools Helene Recovery Fund

The WNC Schools Helene Recovery Fund is an important initiative aimed at supporting schools affected by Tropical Storm Helene in Western North Carolina. This fund will help address various challenges faced by students and staff, including loss of housing, supplies, and technology, as well as damage to school facilities caused by the storm's winds and water. Company and individual donations are welcome and appreciated.