We are catching up on athletes of the week after exam and winter break. Our NC Farm Bureau winter sports week 6 athletes of the week have been announced. Congratulations Jaxon and Lane, well deserved. GO MUSTANGS!

We are catching up on athletes of the week after exam and winter break. Our NC Farm Bureau winter sports week 3 athletes of the week have been announced. Congratulations Jaxson and Stella, well deserved. GO MUSTANGS!

Gaston College wants to help you gain momentum toward a fulfilling career by giving you the opportunity to discover and explore the many CTE programs available. Register to attend the Rhino Roadmap to CTE Careers Event on February 24, 2026 from 5:30–8 p.m. https://www.gaston.edu/cte-roadmap/


East Lincoln is a SILVER member of the 2025 AP School Honor Roll! In the Class of 2025, East Lincoln had 50% of seniors who took at least one AP Exam during high school, 33% of seniors scoring a three or higher on at least one AP Exam, and 16% of seniors who took five or more AP Exams!

🌟 This Week in Leader in Me: From Private to Public Victory 🌟
Students are learning how leadership grows—from Private Victory (being responsible for yourself) to Public Victory (working well with others). While independence matters, we live in an interdependent world, and true success comes from learning how to win together.
🤝 Habit 4: Think Win-Win
Win-Win means more than one person can succeed. No one has to lose for someone else to win!
🥧 Five Ways People Approach Life:
• Win-Lose: I win, you lose
• Lose-Win: I lose, you win
• Lose-Lose: No one wins
• Win: I get what I want, no matter what
• Win-Win (or No Deal): There’s enough for everyone—or we keep looking for a better solution
Look for solutions where everyone feels valued—at school, at home, and with friends.
#LeaderInMe #7Habits #ThinkWinWin
Students are learning how leadership grows—from Private Victory (being responsible for yourself) to Public Victory (working well with others). While independence matters, we live in an interdependent world, and true success comes from learning how to win together.
🤝 Habit 4: Think Win-Win
Win-Win means more than one person can succeed. No one has to lose for someone else to win!
🥧 Five Ways People Approach Life:
• Win-Lose: I win, you lose
• Lose-Win: I lose, you win
• Lose-Lose: No one wins
• Win: I get what I want, no matter what
• Win-Win (or No Deal): There’s enough for everyone—or we keep looking for a better solution
Look for solutions where everyone feels valued—at school, at home, and with friends.
#LeaderInMe #7Habits #ThinkWinWin

EL athletics in action this week, hope to see you there. GO MUSTANGS!

We kicked off the new semester in style! 🎉
All 9th–12th grade homerooms visited the Flex Fair in the lobby or media center, where students explored the many activities and clubs available during Mustang Block starting next week.
Our Leader in Me Student Lighthouse Team has worked hard, along with staff volunteers in designing and leading an engaging, student-driven experience to allow for students to "Flex" their Mustang block time. From discovering new interests and finding ways to get involved, we hope there is something for everyone by the time we get this fully emerged.
Huge shout out to the Army, Marines, Navy, National Guard, Gaston College, and BLUM Inc. for also showcasing during this time for our Juniors and Seniors as other Enrollment, Enlistment, and Employment options!
We can’t wait to see our Mustangs get involved! 🐎💙
All 9th–12th grade homerooms visited the Flex Fair in the lobby or media center, where students explored the many activities and clubs available during Mustang Block starting next week.
Our Leader in Me Student Lighthouse Team has worked hard, along with staff volunteers in designing and leading an engaging, student-driven experience to allow for students to "Flex" their Mustang block time. From discovering new interests and finding ways to get involved, we hope there is something for everyone by the time we get this fully emerged.
Huge shout out to the Army, Marines, Navy, National Guard, Gaston College, and BLUM Inc. for also showcasing during this time for our Juniors and Seniors as other Enrollment, Enlistment, and Employment options!
We can’t wait to see our Mustangs get involved! 🐎💙






BIG CONGRATULATIONS to our 25/26 cheer team as they have won the Varsity Game Day Non Tumble D1 NCHSAA invitational championship, great job ladies!! GO MUSTANGS

Big one this Friday night as your Mustangs will host Hickory in WFAC play. This one usually fills up fast so get here early. Tickets are $8 cash at the gate or on-line at GoFan.co. We hope to see you here, GO MUSTANGS!

Good luck to our cheer team as they will compete in the NCHSAA state invitational this Friday at Cabarrus Arena. GO MUSTANGS!!

EL athletics in action this week, hope to see you there. GO MUSTANGS!

Happy New Year from the EL athletic department. 2025 brought us conference, regional, and state championships. As well as state runner ups, conference players of the year, coaches of the year and individual state titles. Many of our sports had deep playoff runs with multiple athletes recognized on all conference, regional and state teams. Every one of our sports was recognized by the NCHSAA all academic teams by maintaining a team GPA of 3.0 or higher during their sports semester. Thank you to our athletes, parents, teachers and administrators. I can't wait to see what 2026 brings. GO MUSTANGS!

Our students work hard all year — they deserve a little magic to close it out! ✨
The Apple Drop is a free community event filled with music, games, and a 7 PM countdown for kids. A great way to welcome the new year!
🍎Lincolnton Apple Drop
📅 December 31 • 5-8pm
🎶 Free to attend • Welcome 2026!
Hit “Going” on the event page and start the countdown!
https://www.facebook.com/share/1AYWJVjTY7
#LincolntonAppleDrop #BetterThanNYC #LincolntonNC #NewYears2026 #FamilyFun
The Apple Drop is a free community event filled with music, games, and a 7 PM countdown for kids. A great way to welcome the new year!
🍎Lincolnton Apple Drop
📅 December 31 • 5-8pm
🎶 Free to attend • Welcome 2026!
Hit “Going” on the event page and start the countdown!
https://www.facebook.com/share/1AYWJVjTY7
#LincolntonAppleDrop #BetterThanNYC #LincolntonNC #NewYears2026 #FamilyFun

EL athletics in action this week, we hope to see you there, GO MUSTANGS!!

Career & Technical Education is all about learning by doing—and we’ve been having a blast this December!
From Drone Discovery and hands-on tech skills, to making gingerbread houses and designing holiday homes inspired by different characters, our creativity has been in full swing. 🏠✨ We also put our leadership and knowledge to the test by competing at FCCLA Fall Leadership, where students showed confidence, skill, and school pride!
ELHS CTE brings learning to life through real-world experiences, creativity, and collaboration—and this season proved just how fun and meaningful it can be. 💡🎄 #CTEWorks #HandsOnLearning #FCCLA #StudentSuccess
From Drone Discovery and hands-on tech skills, to making gingerbread houses and designing holiday homes inspired by different characters, our creativity has been in full swing. 🏠✨ We also put our leadership and knowledge to the test by competing at FCCLA Fall Leadership, where students showed confidence, skill, and school pride!
ELHS CTE brings learning to life through real-world experiences, creativity, and collaboration—and this season proved just how fun and meaningful it can be. 💡🎄 #CTEWorks #HandsOnLearning #FCCLA #StudentSuccess




Do you need a Driver's Eligibility Certificate during our winter break? Here are the hours and locations where you can pick yours up! Be sure to have your Drivers Education Certificate, birth certificate and social security card when picking up.

EL athletics in action this week. Hope to see you there, GO MUSTANGS!

2026 Drivers Education classes are now posted. Please scan the QR code for upcoming dates and how to register. Registration for the January class will open up December 31st. Any questions? Contact NC Driving School at 704-922-1960.

Our NC Farm Bureau winter sports week 2 athletes of the week have been announced. Congratulations Christian and Emma, well deserved. GO MUSTANGS!

The SGA meeting scheduled for today is canceled.
