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Experience education like never before. Your journey starts here.
Clyde Campbell Elementary School, in Hickory, North Carolina, is part of the Catawba County Schools district. We serve over 500 students from Pre-K through 6th grade. Our mascot is the Campbell Cougar!
We offer a well-rounded curriculum that includes general education, gifted and special education programs, plus music, PE, and art. After school, students can join clubs like robotics, theater, Battle of the Books, and unicycle.
Student safety is very important to us—we have a School Resource Officer on campus every day. Our school hours are 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM. Clyde Campbell is known for its close-knit, family feel, amazing teachers, and strong community support.
School Profile
Mission Statement:
At Clyde Campbell, our mission is to create a safe, caring, respectful, and enaging community where every student belongs, grows and believes in their own worth.
Grades: Pre-K – 6
Enrollment: 553 students
Principal: Erin Sims
Assistant Principal: Karen Gruber
School Hours: 8:15 AM – 3:15 PM
Principal’s Message
Dear Families,
It is my absolute joy and privilege to welcome you to Clyde Campbell Elementary! Whether you're joining us for the first time or returning for another great year, we’re so glad you're here.
At Clyde Campbell, we believe every child deserves a learning environment that is both challenging and joyful. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive space where students feel valued, encouraged, and inspired to grow. Academic excellence is at the heart of what we do, and we take great pride in delivering high-quality instruction that meets the needs of all learners.
We also believe that school should also be a place where children want to come each day—and that means fun, friendships, and moments of celebration. From engaging classroom lessons to school-wide events, we are intentional about creating a culture where learning is exciting and meaningful.
We deeply value the partnership between home and school and believe that strong relationships with our families are essential to student success. I look forward to getting to know each of you and working together to make this a truly incredible year for our students.
Best,
Erin Sims
Phone: 828-256-2769 | Email
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