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Our graduation rate increased 13 percentage points. Congratulations, Class of 2026!
We are proud to welcome our new principal, Dr. Rebecca Wilson. Dr. Wilson is looking forward to providing leadership for our school and working with students, teachers, staff, parents, and the community to give us an awesome school year with a focus on higher achievement and more reasons to celebrate.
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Get the latest news and information from Gaston Virtual Academy and Gaston County Schools.
Parent-Teacher Conference Day is Thursday, October 15. Students will be dismissed early. Conferences will be held in the afternoon. Parents should contact their child’s teacher/school to schedule a conference.
North Carolina Countdown to College is an annual campaign to support high school seniors in completing three important enrollment steps: residency, financial aid, and college applications. Many North Carolina colleges and universities participate in Countdown to College by waiving application fees during College Application Week, October 19-25, 2026.
The Board of Education will meet on Monday, October 19, at 5:30 p.m. at the Gaston County Schools Central Office, 943 Osceola Street, Gastonia. The public is invited to attend. If you are unable to attend the meeting, you can watch it live on YouTube, the Gaston County Schools website, or Spectrum Channel 21. View the online agenda here.
Through Teacher Cadets, Gaston County Schools is encouraging students to consider teaching as their future career.
To recognize the National School Lunch Program, serving children each day, Gaston County Schools will celebrate National School Lunch Week from October 12-16, 2026.
Why Gaston Virtual Academy?
Four reasons why we are the right school for your child.
Academics
Our online classes in Advanced Placement, career and college preparation, and career and technical education give students a wide range of options to explore their interests and prepare for the future.
Teacher Support
Our teachers support students by offering small group instruction and tutoring sessions, giving them the chance to ask questions, review lessons and get one-on-one help when needed.
Personalized Learning
Students get a learning plan that fits their needs and learning style. Teachers give support, and students can work at their own pace.
Extracurricular Activities
Students take part in virtual field trips and travel to locations across Gaston County. They also participate in activities like robotics, Battle of the Books, Math Masters, the spelling bee and the science fair.
Our Calendar
Important dates for Gaston Virtual Academy and Gaston County Schools.