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Mark your calendars!! We will host Open House on Thursday, August 20th from 3:00-6:00.
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Hickory City Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jessica Anthony as the new principal of Viewmont Elementary School.
Dr. Anthony brings a wealth of educational experience to Hickory City Schools, having served as a high school Spanish teacher, assistant principal, and elementary school principal throughout her career. Most recently, she served as principal of Davenport A+ Elementary School, where she and her team increased student proficiency and growth across all academic areas while reestablishing the school's long-standing arts-integrated program. Through a focus on shared leadership, teacher empowerment, and student success, she helped cultivate a school culture where students could thrive both academically and creatively.
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Schools are closed for students for Summer Break May 25th - August 23rd
Viewmont office hours will be 8:00AM - 4:00PM Monday-Thursday
Classes will resume on Monday, August 24th.
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We are already gearing up for a new school year! You can make sure your child is prepared with the right school supplies. Here are the supply lists for each grade level for the 2026-2027 school year: