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Hoke County Schools creates a student-focused learning community that fosters high expectations for all stakeholders, promotes lifelong learning, provides individualized support, and prepares students for success.
As a trusted community partner, Hoke County Schools ensures an inclusive and supportive environment that provides authentic learning opportunities to prepare future-ready students.
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![Dr. Kenneth Spells Named Finalist for Superintendent of the Year at District Administration 2025 National Superintendent’s Summit]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1768920847/hcsk12ncus/zf1wjq3fieqptn0rusf2/DALIAward.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1768920847/hcsk12ncus/zf1wjq3fieqptn0rusf2/DALIAward.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1768920847/hcsk12ncus/zf1wjq3fieqptn0rusf2/DALIAward.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1768920847/hcsk12ncus/zf1wjq3fieqptn0rusf2/DALIAward.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1768920847/hcsk12ncus/zf1wjq3fieqptn0rusf2/DALIAward.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1768920847/hcsk12ncus/zf1wjq3fieqptn0rusf2/DALIAward.jpg","width":2200}])
Dr. Kenneth Spells, Superintendent of Hoke County Schools, was named one of three national finalists for the Superintendent of the Year at the 2025 Awards of Distinction program at the District Administration Leadership Institute (DALI) National Superintendents Summit in Palm Beach, Florida.
![HCHS Girls Wrestling Team Wins Third Straight Dual Team State Championship]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1768920304/hcsk12ncus/kxpycu90nxtkykbrscc9/Three-PeatGirlsWrestlingTeam.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1768920304/hcsk12ncus/kxpycu90nxtkykbrscc9/Three-PeatGirlsWrestlingTeam.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1768920304/hcsk12ncus/kxpycu90nxtkykbrscc9/Three-PeatGirlsWrestlingTeam.jpg","width":800}])
Congratulations to the Hoke County High School Girls Wrestling Team. They brought home their third straight Dual Team State Championship!
The Lady Bucks competed in the championship in the large school division at A.L. Brown High School in Kannapolis, N.C., on Saturday, January 17, 2026. They edged out A.L. Brown, winning 42-29.
Way to go, Bucks!
![Exceptional Children Parent Survey--2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761936167/hcsk12ncus/ev4ibrmdhrtqtwwdh6kh/icon-7805708_1280.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761936167/hcsk12ncus/ev4ibrmdhrtqtwwdh6kh/icon-7805708_1280.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761936167/hcsk12ncus/ev4ibrmdhrtqtwwdh6kh/icon-7805708_1280.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761936167/hcsk12ncus/ev4ibrmdhrtqtwwdh6kh/icon-7805708_1280.png","width":1101}]){kind=icon}
The NC Department of Public Instruction, Office of Exceptional Children, is asking for your input through the 2025-2026 Parent Survey – Special Education.
This is a survey for parents of children receiving special education services. Your responses will help guide efforts to improve services and results for children and families. Filling out this survey is completely voluntary, and you will not be asked to provide your name or other personally identifiable information. States are required to collect certain demographic information, which will be asked at the end of the survey.
![Check out the January Hoke Family Hub Newsletter from Elementary Curriculum & Instruction]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731012317/hcsk12ncus/zaf3nk9uex1dmxpim2qv/news-530220_1280.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731012317/hcsk12ncus/zaf3nk9uex1dmxpim2qv/news-530220_1280.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731012317/hcsk12ncus/zaf3nk9uex1dmxpim2qv/news-530220_1280.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1731012317/hcsk12ncus/zaf3nk9uex1dmxpim2qv/news-530220_1280.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731012317/hcsk12ncus/zaf3nk9uex1dmxpim2qv/news-530220_1280.jpg","width":1280}])
Please enjoy the Parent & Family Curriculum Newsletter! We hope you enjoy this way of staying connected with resources provided by our Curriculum and Instruction department. In Hoke County Schools, we believe that the foundation of a successful educational experience begins with strong community connections. Our goal is to create an environment where families, educators, and community members work together to support student growth and achievement across all elementary schools.
![C&I Secondary Newsletter--January 2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1758289533/hcsk12ncus/ylblsdryav9baz724ixt/letter-4506689_1280.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1758289533/hcsk12ncus/ylblsdryav9baz724ixt/letter-4506689_1280.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1758289533/hcsk12ncus/ylblsdryav9baz724ixt/letter-4506689_1280.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1758289533/hcsk12ncus/ylblsdryav9baz724ixt/letter-4506689_1280.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1758289533/hcsk12ncus/ylblsdryav9baz724ixt/letter-4506689_1280.png","width":1280}])
Check out Hoke County Schools Secondary Curriculum & Instruction's Family Newsletter.
![HCS Superintendent Dr. Kenneth Spells Recognized by Gov. Stein]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763563177/hcsk12ncus/rm0hjh33m8hvrmcf8zok/IMG_4845.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763563177/hcsk12ncus/rm0hjh33m8hvrmcf8zok/IMG_4845.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763563177/hcsk12ncus/rm0hjh33m8hvrmcf8zok/IMG_4845.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1763563177/hcsk12ncus/rm0hjh33m8hvrmcf8zok/IMG_4845.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1763563177/hcsk12ncus/rm0hjh33m8hvrmcf8zok/IMG_4845.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1763563177/hcsk12ncus/rm0hjh33m8hvrmcf8zok/IMG_4845.jpg","width":2200}])
Dr. Kenneth Spells, superintendent of Hoke County Schools, was recently recognized by Gov. Josh Stein. Dr. Spells was awarded the certificate of appreciation in recognition of his dedication and outstanding service to the state of North Carolina. This recognition reflects Dr. Spells’ unwavering commitment to ensuring that every student in Hoke County has access to high-quality education, strong support systems, and opportunities to succeed. We are grateful for his leadership and continued service to our schools, families, and community.