Press Releases

Dr. Kim Morrison announced her plans to retire on March 1, 2024, after over 30 years of service in public education. Dr. Morrison states, “My daily joy for almost 31 years has been to get up each morning and come to school to support staff and children. I have loved all of it and know that my purpose and passion have always been education. Our team has worked hard to support every child, every day and I am proud of everything that the team here in Mount Airy City Schools has accomplished.”

Mount Airy City Schools is pleased to announce that Ms. Catherine Dollyhite and Mrs. Courtney Howlett have been selected as instructional coaches for the district.

This year, a dozen North Carolina school districts will benefit from a total of $800,000 in grants aimed at developing student skills in computer science through coding. The Coding and Mobile App Development Grant program, launched in 2017 with funding from the General Assembly, supports partnerships with local businesses to help schools develop computer science, coding, and mobile app development programs for middle and high school students.

Mount Airy City Schools has completed a 1.8 million dollar renovation of their Career and Technical Education building. This project was funded by the state’s Need-Based Public School Capital Fund and the Surry County Commissioners.

Recently released 2022-2023 accountability data shows growth and success across grade levels as 100% of schools in the district met or exceeded growth. With student growth and areas showing double digits above the state average, the system has a tremendous amount to celebrate.

The Mount Airy City Schools Board of Education is proud to announce two inductees who have been added to the Wall of Leadership and Service.

Mount Airy City Schools announces administrative additions and promotions effective July 1, 2023.

Mount Airy City Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Dalton Tedder as the new principal of JJ Jones Intermediate School.

Mount Airy City Schools is pleased to announce the following administrative changes that will take effect July 1, 2023. After serving BH Tharrington Primary as principal for six years, Mrs. Emily Hardy will be joining the staff at the Community Central Office as Director of Operations. Mrs. Chelsy Payne will be transitioning to BHT as principal after serving as the principal of JJ Jones Intermediate School since March 2019.

Mount Airy City Schools is proud to announce that Dr. Sandy George has been named Executive Director for Athletic Facilities and Fundraising.