Cabarrus County Education Foundation

10/16/2026

A strong future for Cabarrus County starts with opportunities for students to learn, grow, and prepare for what comes next.

The Cabarrus County K–12 GO Bond will be on the ballot November 3. We encourage every voter to learn about the bond, consider our students’ learning environments, read CCEF’s letter, and make their own informed decision.

Whatever you decide, make a plan to vote and make your voice heard.

Read our letter: https://bit.ly/3N9GK15

10/14/2026

Last year, Cindy Moss challenged us to think about how schools and businesses can connect students with changing industries and the careers shaping their future.

This year, she’s back to move that conversation forward: What can we do together to turn those connections into meaningful experiences for students?

Join us Thursday, October 29, for CCEF’s Partners in Education Lunch, “Fill the Need, Fuel the Future.” Cindy returns as our keynote speaker for a conversation about students, schools and the future workforce.

The lunch is free to attend, with an opportunity to support CCEF’s work. Reserve your seat: https://bit.ly/PiE_Lunch2026

10/13/2026

Make it a night out that gives back! Join us November 18 at the Charlotte Convention Center for Rev & Roll, the Charlotte Auto Show’s charity concert featuring Camel City Yacht Club. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and tickets are $50.

Buy through CCEF’s link, and a portion of your ticket purchase directly benefits the Cabarrus County Education Foundation. Enjoy yacht rock favorites and get a first look at the auto show: https://bit.ly/RevAndRollwithCCEF

10/12/2026

On October 9, sixth graders at Concord Middle School Miners put classroom learning to work in the Great Migration Project. Students explored migration, made decisions about migrating and planned routes while volunteer mentors asked questions and shared their experience.

Thank you to the mentors and Concord Middle educators who helped students learn through a real-world challenge. Interested in volunteering with CCEF? Send us a message.

10/02/2026

Once a CCEF leader, always part of the CCEF family! 💙💚

This week, we brought members of our Emeritus Board together to reconnect, catch up and continue doing what they have always done so well—helping CCEF move forward.

Their first assignment? Selecting this year’s recipient of the Grace Mynatt Award of Excellence—an important responsibility that honors the legacy of one of CCEF’s founders and recognizes extraordinary service to the students and schools of Cabarrus County.

We're incredibly grateful that these longtime leaders remain connected, engaged and ready to lend their experience wherever it can make a difference. Their board terms may have ended, but their commitment to CCEF’s mission is still going strong!

Stay tuned—we can’t wait to introduce this year’s Grace Mynatt Award of Excellence recipient at this year's Partners in Education Lunch on October 29!

09/11/2026

🚨 ONLY 5 DAYS LEFT! 🚨

Our Teacher “Pop-Up” Shop is already 87% filled—and teachers haven’t even started shopping yet!

The more supplies we receive, the more Cabarrus County Schools teachers we can help. Let’s finish the School Supply Drive strong and fill those shelves! 💙💚

📍 Find a community drop-off location at the link in our bio or visit:
bit.ly/supplies4schools

Most collection sites close September 15.

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09/04/2026

Congratulations to the students, educators and staff of Cabarrus County Schools on an incredible year of academic growth! 🎉

The results announced this week are historic: student proficiency reached an all-time high, 32 of 40 schools improved their School Performance Grade score, a record 25 schools earned an A or B, and CCS achieved its highest four-year graduation rate ever at 92.5%.

But behind every number is something even more important — a student learning, growing and becoming better prepared for what comes next.

These results reflect educators and staff who engage students, challenge them, respond to their individual needs and help them discover what they are capable of achieving. That work has an impact far beyond a classroom or a test score.

When students leave school with the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed in college, careers and life, more doors are open to them — and our entire community is stronger.

CCEF is proud to partner with Cabarrus County Schools and celebrate the students, educators, staff and families whose hard work made this progress possible.

Congratulations, CCS! 💙💚

08/31/2026

Two weeks remain to help equip Cabarrus County classrooms for the year ahead.

CCEF’s School Supply Drive ends September 15, and every contribution helps us respond to real needs from local educators.

Choose one action today: add an item to a collection box, shop the Amazon Wishlist, make a gift or invite your workplace to participate. Small actions add up to stronger classroom support.

Help fill the gap: https://bit.ly/supplies4schools

08/29/2026

Want to support teachers with your time? CCEF is recruiting volunteers to help make our School Supply Pop-Up Store possible September 24-25.

Volunteers will help organize supplies, welcome educators, restock tables and keep the experience running smoothly. It is a hands-on way for individuals, coworkers or small teams to see community support reach classrooms directly.

Interested in volunteering? Visit https://bit.ly/CCEF_volunteers to register for this or one of the many other opportunities we have.

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!

08/27/2026

Please join us in welcoming CCEF’s new board leadership: Steve Steinbacher, Board Chair, and Katrina Carney, Board Vice Chair! 💙💚

Steve’s connection to Cabarrus County Schools spans generations—as a former teacher and coach, a parent, and now a grandparent. As an entrepreneur, local business owner and longtime community volunteer, he understands that supporting students and educators helps build the talent, leadership and vitality our community needs for the future.

Steve brings experience from leadership roles with the Cabarrus Arts Council, Cabarrus County Convention & Visitors Bureau and other local nonprofit organizations. He is excited to build upon the work of CCEF’s past boards and help guide the foundation into its next stage of growth and impact.

Katrina’s passion for CCEF is deeply personal. Learning as a teenager that she had a learning disability shaped her belief that students need different pathways through which to engage, learn and recognize their potential.

Through her work with Anchor Real Estate Advisors, Katrina also sees how closely strong schools are connected to strong communities. Schools help attract families, support economic vitality and prepare the people who will shape our community’s future.

Together, Steve and Katrina bring complementary experiences, deep community connections and a shared commitment to preparing students for success in school, career and life.

Meet our new leadership and learn what inspires their service:
https://bit.ly/CCEF_new_leadership