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Way to go … we did it!
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Hawks Nest ranks as the No. 1 elementary school for highest student proficiency. We also exceeded academic growth expectations and increased our school performance score by seven points!

N.C. STEM School of Distinction
Students and staff at Hawks Nest STEAM Academy celebrate their recognition as a North Carolina STEM School of Distinction.

Hawks Nest STEAM Academy has earned recognition as a state-level model school for STEM education. It is one of only 10 elementary schools in North Carolina to receive this prestigious honor, highlighting the school’s commitment to science, technology, engineering and math.

Want to learn more? Watch our schoolwide celebration!

Providing care for students at school
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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. This allows us to provide care for students without them having to leave school to go to the doctor.

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Holiday Break Information

The holiday break begins on Monday, December 22. Students return to class on Tuesday, January 6. The Gaston County Schools central office will be closed December 23-25, and January 1. We would like to wish you and your family a joyous holiday season and a Happy New Year.

Gaston Regional Science and Engineering Fair 2025-2026

The Gaston Regional Science and Engineering Fair is coming up for students in grades 3-12. The elementary division will be held December 4-5 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., with awards beginning at 11 a.m. The high school division is set for January 8-9 from 9 a.m. to noon, with awards beginning at 11:30 a.m. Both events will take place at the Belmont Parks and Recreation Department at 1315 East Catawba Street in Belmont. This annual fair gives students the chance to showcase their projects, explore new ideas, and celebrate the importance of science, technology, engineering and math.

Why Hawks Nest STEAM Academy?

Four reasons why we are the right school for your child.

Wonderful Staff

The staff at Hawks Nest is kind, helpful and always ready to support students. They work together to make sure every child feels welcome and ready to learn.

A teacher works with a kindergarten student during his assessment.

N.C. Stem School of Distinction

Hawks Nest is one of 10 elementary schools in the state to be honored as a state-level model school for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education.

Students display their robotics and how they're incorporating that into STEAM.

Fine Arts

We proudly offers a full-time theater program where students from all grade levels come together to star in exciting productions.

Students participate in a rehearsal for the school's musical.

Clubs and Activities

We offer a variety of clubs and activities for students, including Robotics, Battle of the Books, and Math Masters. Hawks Nest is also home to the Girls Who Code club, the only club of its kind in Gaston County Schools.

Two students program a robot during the RoboGASTON competition.

Our Calendar

Check out the upcoming events at Hawks Nest STEAM Academy.