May 6, 2026
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The Education Foundation for Catawba County Schools' Dining for Education RESTAURANT WEEK is happening NOW through May 10th! Please support our local restaurant partners and give back to our studen...

Welcome to
Sherrills Ford Elementary — Home of the Tigers! 🐾
At Sherrills Ford Elementary, we believe every child deserves a safe, welcoming, and inspiring place to learn and grow. Serving students in Kindergarten through 6th grade, our school is proud to be a center of academic excellence, community spirit, and whole-child development.
Nestled in the heart of the Sherrills Ford community, we blend time-honored traditions with innovative teaching practices. Our dedicated teachers and staff create engaging, supportive classrooms where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential. From building strong foundations in literacy and math to exploring the arts, STEM, and character education, we provide a well-rounded education for every learner.
We are proud to offer opportunities for students to showcase their talents and interests through club participation, helping them grow as leaders and team players beyond the classroom. In addition, our Spanish Immersion program gives students the chance to become bilingual and biliterate, opening doors to global understanding and future success.
We take pride in fostering a culture of kindness, curiosity, and high expectations. Our small-town setting strengthens connections among students, families, and staff—creating a true sense of belonging and Tiger pride.
At Sherrills Ford Elementary, we empower our Tigers to dream big, work hard, and grow into confident, compassionate learners.
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May 6, 2026
The Education Foundation for Catawba County Schools' Dining for Education RESTAURANT WEEK is happening NOW through May 10th! Please support our local restaurant partners and give back to our studen...
April 29, 2026
🍽️ Eat local. Give back. Repeat!May 4–10, dine out for Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day, or just because—every bite supports our Education Foundation and the students and teachers we serve! Check out al...
April 22, 2026
Support Mechanical Minds Robotics – Easy Ways to Give Back This Week Our Mechanical Minds Robotics Team is continuing to raise funds for their trip to the 2026 FIRST World Championship in Houston—a...
April 22, 2026
🎨 CCS Art Show – You’re Invited!Join us in celebrating the creativity and talent of our students at the Catawba County Schools Art Show!📍 Location: Valley Hills Mall (1960 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory – a...
School Profile

Mission Statement:
At Sherrills Ford Elementary, we lead with Tiger PRIDE.
Grades: Kindergarten – 6
Enrollment: 650 students
Principal: Amy Gates
Assistant Principal: Lucy Martin
School Hours: 8:15 AM – 3:15PM
Principal’s Message

"Welcome to Sherrills Ford Elementary! We are proud to build upon the tradition of excellence in which we cultivate a supportive and collaborative school environment that nurtures student success and empowers passionate educators. We are excited to create relationships with our students and families to ensure a positive experience for ALL Tigers."
Warm regards,
Amy Gates
Phone: 828-478-2662 | Email