August 19, 2026
"What's Happening Wednesday!"
Football Game Changes for this Week!Due to the potential for severe weather Friday evening, thie following high school football games have been moved to Wednesday and Thursday.WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19 ...
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August 12, 2026
⚡ Ready, Set, IGNITE! Your CCS Back-to-School Guide & Next Steps
CCS...Getting Ready to IGNITE! Back-to-School Edition August 2026 Welcome Back, CCS Families! Dear Catawba County Schools Families, Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! As we kick off a brand-new ...
May 20, 2026
"What's Happening Wednesday!" (Last one for 2025-26)
Reminder: Friday, May 22, is the final day of school for the 2025–2026 school year! 🎉Catawba County Schools will operate on a 3-hour early release schedule. QUEST childcare services will be open BE...
May 11, 2026
Canvas Services to be Restored Following Cybersecurity Incident
Dear CCS Families,We are writing to provide an update regarding the recent cybersecurity incident that occurred last week involving Instructure, the parent company of Canvas, a learning management ...
School Profile
Mission Statement:
Engage, Inspire, Empower.
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 934 students
Principal: Samy Shreitah
Assistant Principals: Lindsey Farnsworth and Debbie Pitts
School Hours: 7:35 AM – 2:35 PM
Principal’s Message
Welcome to Fred T. Foard High School!
We’re excited to have you as part of the Foard Family! At FTF, our goal is to provide you with a positive, engaging high school experience that prepares you for whatever path you choose after graduation—whether that’s college, a career, the military, or another opportunity.
We believe in building positive relationships with school staff to help enhance your overall high school experience. You are not alone on this journey—our staff is here to guide, support, and celebrate your success every step of the way.
We also encourage all students to get involved in extracurricular activities. Whether it's athletics, clubs, the arts, or leadership opportunities, getting involved is a great way to connect with others, build new skills, and make the most of your high school experience at FTF.
Let’s make it a great year, together!
Go Tigers!
Warm regards,
Samy Shreitah
Phone: 704-462-1496 | Email