August 26, 2026
"What's Happening Wednesday!"
🔥 School is off to a smooth start, and we’re keeping the momentum going! Check out this week’s What’s Happening Wednesday and remember to check ParentSquare regularly for the latest school and dist...
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Experience education like never before. Your journey starts here.
Blackburn Elementary is proud to be a vibrant part of the Catawba County Schools district. Our school is home to approximately 500 students. Our mascot is the Blackburn Bobcat.
At Blackburn, we guide each child to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. We believe that every student deserves an environment where they feel safe, supported, and challenged to reach their full potential. Whether it’s in the classroom, the library, or on the playground, we work together—with students, families, and staff—to build a culture of respect, curiosity, and Bobcat pride.
We look forward to partnering with you as we learn, lead, and grow together at Blackburn Elementary.
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August 23, 2026
Ready to Ignite the Year? 🔥 A Message from Our Superintendent
Hello CCS Families,The energy is building, our doors are about to open, and our entire team is fired up and ready to ignite learning and engagement across our schools!This year, it’s all about the ...
August 19, 2026
"What's Happening Wednesday!"
Football Game Changes for this Week!Due to the potential for severe weather Friday evening, thie following high school football games have been moved to Wednesday and Thursday.WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19 ...
August 12, 2026
⚡ Ready, Set, IGNITE! Your CCS Back-to-School Guide & Next Steps
CCS...Getting Ready to IGNITE! Back-to-School Edition August 2026 Welcome Back, CCS Families! Dear Catawba County Schools Families, Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! As we kick off a brand-new ...
School Profile
Mission Statement:
Engage. Inspire. Empower.
Grades: Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment:500 students
Principal: Jessica Minton-Cable
Assistant Principal: Ashley Adams
School Hours: 8:15 AM – 3:15 PM
Principal’s Message
Welcome to Blackburn Elementary School, home of the Bobcats! I’m honored to have served as principal here for the past 10 years, and I can truly say: Once a Bobcat, Always a Bobcat!
Blackburn is more than just a school, we are a family. Every day, our staff, students, and families support one another through challenges, celebrate each other’s successes, and take time to laugh, learn, and grow together. We are proud to be part of the Foard Feeder pattern, preparing our students with the knowledge, confidence, and character they need to thrive at Blackburn, on to Jacobs Fork, then Fred T. Foard High School and beyond.
Our daily motto says it best:
Welcome to Blackburn Elementary, where we LEAD!
At Blackburn, we...
Laugh, Learn, Love
Embrace Diversity
Attain and Maintain Focus on our Highest Priorities
Decide to Attack Each Day with Positivity
These guiding principles shape everything we do from the way we build relationships to the way we pursue academic excellence. Whether you’re a new family just joining our school or a long-time member of our community, we’re excited to have you with us on this journey.
Here’s to another amazing year at Blackburn Elementary where we lead with heart, spirit, and Bobcat pride.
With Bobcat Pride,
Jessica Minton-Cable
Phone: 704-462-1344 | Email