Earlier this month, Morganton Day School announced Dr, Melanie Mikusa’s upcoming retirement. Her last day will be on July 31, 2027.
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Dr. Melanie Mikusa will retire as Morganton Day School’s head of school after the 2026-27 year, ending more than 30 years at the independent Morganton school, including 18 years in leadership.
Editor Emeritus Bill Poteat talks with friends of the late Buddy Fisher about his life and legacy.Â
Morganton Day School will host Morganton Mosaic on March 27 featuring middle school students presenting stories from local residents celebrating the voices memories and experiences that shape Morganton followed by a community reception.
The Western Piedmont Foundation knows when to hold ’em and they know when to fold ’em. At the end of the month, they’ll count the funds, once the dealing’s done.
Middle school students at Morganton Day School are taking a tip from John Denver and heading to West Virginia this March for the Appalachian Studies Conference.
Middle school students at Morganton Day School are taking a tip from John Denver and heading to West Virginia this March for the Appalachian Studies Conference.
A select group of Morganton Day School fifth- sixth- seventh- and eight-graders, all of whom are building a unique multimedia collection of Mo…
For some students in Burke County, the transition from summer break to the new academic year varies as different schools have different start dates.Â
Every spring, Morganton Day School students embark on immersive field trips that provide priceless experiences for middle schoolers. From exploring marine biology in the Florida Keys to studying ecosystems in the Outer Banks of North Carolina and honing Spanish skills in Costa Rica, each grade level participates in unique educational adventures.
