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About Us
Experience education like never before. Your journey starts here.
We pride ourselves on providing a dynamic and innovative learning environment where students are empowered to reach their full potential. Our holistic approach to education blends rigorous academics with a strong emphasis on character development, creativity, and critical thinking. We offer a diverse range of programs, including advanced coursework, extracurricular activities, and personalized support, ensuring every student receives a well-rounded and enriching educational experience. Join us, and inspire and prepare future leaders for a lifetime of success.
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May 20, 2026
Reminder: Friday, May 22, is the final day of school for the 2025–2026 school year! 🎉Catawba County Schools will operate on a 3-hour early release schedule. QUEST childcare services will be open BE...
May 11, 2026
Dear CCS Families,We are writing to provide an update regarding the recent cybersecurity incident that occurred last week involving Instructure, the parent company of Canvas, a learning management ...
May 6, 2026
The Education Foundation for Catawba County Schools' Dining for Education RESTAURANT WEEK is happening NOW through May 10th! Please support our local restaurant partners and give back to our studen...
April 29, 2026
🍽️ Eat local. Give back. Repeat!May 4–10, dine out for Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day, or just because—every bite supports our Education Foundation and the students and teachers we serve! Check out al...
School Profile
Mission Statement:
Our mission at St. Stephens Elementary is to inspire a passion for learning while nurturing the whole child in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. We are committed to fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and social responsibility by empowering every student to reach their full potential. Through collaboration with families, staff, and the community, we aim to prepare our students to be lifelong learners, critical thinkers, and compassionate global citizens.
Grades: Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment: 718 students
Principal: Lauren Timblin
Assistant Principals: Kali Harvey and Jordan Black
School Hours: 8:15 AM – 3:15 PM
Principal’s Message
Welcome to St. Stephen's Elementary!
At SSE, we want to foster a culture built on trust, respect, collaboration, and support. We believe that when we work together with a shared commitment to putting students first, we create the best opportunities for student growth and success. Our goal is to listen, learn, and partner with you as we continue to strengthen our school community and achieve success for all students.
Lauren Timblin
Phone: 828-256-2570 | Lauren_timblin@catawbaschools.net
