November 11, 2026
"What's Happening Wednesday!"
We hope you had a wonderful Veterans Day holiday. Thank you to all who have served! We will see our students back in school on Thursday, November 12. As we head into the holiday season, here are a ...
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Balls Creek Elementary – Home of the Owls! 🦉
At Balls Creek Elementary, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and inspiring place to learn and thrive. Serving students in Kindergarten through 6th grade, we are proud to be a cornerstone of the Balls Creek community—where academic excellence, strong character, and community values come together.
Our passionate educators and staff are committed to creating engaging classrooms where students feel supported and challenged to do their best. From foundational skills in literacy and math to hands-on learning in the arts, STEM, and social-emotional growth, we provide a well-rounded education that helps every child shine.
We offer students a variety of opportunities to explore their interests and build confidence through clubs, enrichment activities, and leadership roles. These experiences go beyond academics, helping our students grow into thoughtful and responsible citizens. At Balls Creek Elementary, we are proud to foster a culture of respect, curiosity, and high expectations.
We are honored to guide and empower our Owls as they learn, grow, and prepare for a bright future.
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November 4, 2026
"What's Happening Wednesday!"
CCS families, please mark your calendars for these upcoming closures, breaks, and early release times as we enter the holiday season!November 11 -- Veterans Day Holiday: All schools and district of...
October 28, 2026
"What's Happening Wednesday!"
🍂 Fall Back This Sunday! ⏰Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, November 1, so we get an extra hour! 🎉 Most phones and digital devices will update automatically, but don’t forget to check any cloc...
October 21, 2026
"What's Happening Wednesday!"
Community Event: Trunk or Treat 🎃Bethany Lutheran Church invites families to Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 25, from 4–6 p.m.Location: 1644 Main Ave. Dr. NW, HickoryAll are welcome to join the f...
School Profile
Mission Statement:
"Every Student Matters, Every Moment Counts"
Grades: Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment: 756 students
Principal: Natalie Inman Travis
Assistant Principal: Emily Miller
School Hours: 8:15 AM – 3:15 PM
Principal’s Message
Dear Balls Creek Owls,
Welcome to a new and exciting school year at Balls Creek Elementary School! I am thrilled to welcome both our returning families and those who are new to our school community. As your principal, I am honored to lead a school filled with dedicated staff, enthusiastic students, and supportive families.
At Balls Creek, we believe that every child is unique and capable of success! Our goal is to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where every student matters and every moment counts. Together, we will continue to foster a love of learning, kindness, respect, and a strong sense of community.
We value communication and collaboration with our families and look forward to working as a team to ensure the success of every student.
Here’s to a fantastic school year full of learning, laughter, and growth!
Warm regards,
Natalie Inman Travis
Phone: 828-464-4766
Email: natalie_inman@catawbaschools.net