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The first day of school for students is Wednesday, August 12. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school and having an awesome school year.

Pinewood Elementary School is proud to be home to the Performing Arts Academy and is recognized as a North Carolina A+ School.
Want to learn more? Visit our Performing Arts Academy webpage.

Pinewood Elementary was named the Best Public School in the Best of Gaston 2026 Official Community Choice Awards.

Thanks to our partnership with Kintegra Health, we offer a telehealth clinic here at our school. Students, who are experiencing a minor illness or condition, can be seen by a medical provider virtually.
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The Board of Education will meet on Monday, August 17, 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.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 1 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The Ready, Set, Grow: A Community Back-to-School Event hosted by the Gaston County Early Literacy Collaborative. Learn more here.
School starts Wednesday, August 12! We’re excited to welcome students back for a great year.
Kindergarten orientation at Pinewood Elementary will take place Monday, August 10, from 4:30 to 5 p.m. in the gymnasium. Families will meet the kindergarten team, learn important information, and get ready for a great start to the school year.
Pinewood Elementary will host a drop-in Meet the Teacher event for students in grades 1-5 on Monday, August 10 from 5:00 until 6:30 p.m. Families can stop by anytime to meet teachers and visit classrooms before the school year begins.
Why Pinewood Elementary School?
Four reasons why we are the right school for your child.
Performing Arts Academy
We're proud to be an A+ School, where the arts are an important part of everyday learning. Students explore creative ways to connect with subjects like reading, math, science, and technology.
Exceptional Teachers, Outstanding Learning
We're proud to have amazing teachers who care about every student. They work hard each day to make learning fun, meaningful, and successful for everyone.

Clubs and Activities
We offer a variety of clubs and activities for students, including Math Masters, Battle of the Books, and robotics. In addition, we offer safety patrol, student council, and a show choir.

Strong Community Partnerships
Our school is grateful to have support from local businesses and community groups. They help provide important resources that make learning better for our students.

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Check out the upcoming events at Pinewood Elementary School.

