We would like to send out a big "Thank you " to our amazing custodial staff. You help make our school a wonderful place for learning.
2 days ago, Iron Station Webmaster
A Custodial Appreciation graphic featuring three staff members: Mr. Dean, Mr. Friday, and Ms. Ana. They are smiling in the center of the image. The bold text above them reads, "CUSTODIAL APPRECIATION Mr. Dean, Mr. Friday, and Ms. Ana." Below them, text framed inside a dotted banner says, "help keep all of us ON TRACK and ready to succeed each day at Iron Station!" The graphic includes illustrations of hearts, a train engine on railroad tracks, and a shirt on Mr. Friday reading "WE Engineers."
Fourth graders were hard at work learning about the history of phones and cameras.
5 days ago, Sarah Luckey
Two elementary students sit at desks side by side working in workbooks with pencils. The girl on the left wears a light blue hoodie and smiles toward the camera, while the boy on the right wears a bright blue hoodie and leans his head on his hand as he writes. Other students work at desks in the background classroom setting.
Four elementary students sit around a cluster of classroom desks engaged in schoolwork. In the foreground on the left, a boy wearing dark-rimmed glasses and a grey shirt smiles toward the camera holding a pencil over his open textbook. Beside him sits another boy in a dark t-shirt looking forward, while across the desks, a boy in a blue hoodie flips through an open workbook next to a red and blue pencil case.
Two young students work at adjoining school desks in a classroom. On the left, a boy wearing glasses and an off-white hoodie sits facing sideways in his chair. On the right, a boy in a red long-sleeve shirt writes in a workbook with a pencil. Other students are seated at desks working in the background classroom setting.
Two elementary students sit side by side at classroom desks reading and writing in open textbooks. The girl on the right wearing clear-framed glasses and a pastel tie-dye hoodie writes in her book with a pink marker, while the boy on the left in a tan shirt sits with arms crossed looking down at his desk. In the background, another student with dark hair sits at a desk studying.
First and fourth grade buddies enjoyed soaking up the sunshine and reading together.
5 days ago, Sarah Luckey
Two young girls sit side by side on the floor against a stone wall reading an open illustrated picture book together. The girl on the left wears an orange shirt and turns a page while pointing at an illustration, while the girl on the right wears a long-sleeve white shirt with an outlined heart on the front and looks down at the book.
Two smiling young boys sit side-by-side on the concrete ground outside against a wall beneath a blue sign. The boy on the left wears a patterned grey Sonic the Hedgehog shirt and dark pants, while the boy on the right wears a white and green Mustangs jersey over a long-sleeve shirt. Together, they hold an open picture book across their laps.
Three young boys sit together outdoors on the sidewalk against a stone column reading a book. The boy on the left in a blue Tommy Hilfiger shirt holds open a small paperback book, while a boy in a teal shirt and a boy in a camouflage shirt lean in to look at the pages. A clear container of candy corn and a green water bottle rest on the ground in front of them.
Three young boys sit together cross-legged outdoors on the concrete ground against a stone wall reading a open book placed on the ground. The boy in the middle points to the text in the book while the boys on either side look on. The boy on the left wears a black shirt and blue pants, the middle boy wears a black graphics shirt and shorts, and the boy on the right wears a dark Ohio State hoodie and shorts.
Mrs.Nordmark's third graders practice multiplication using the skip counting strategy.
10 days ago, Iron Station Webmaster
An elementary student sitting at a classroom desk, holding a marker over a small whiteboard filled with written numbers. In front of the whiteboard is a multiplication game sheet titled "Roll and Race Multiplication" along with a yellow pencil and a purple die.
An elementary student with a white hair bow sitting at a desk and working on a math problem using a small whiteboard and marker. On the desk next to the whiteboard, a game sheet titled "Roll and Race Multiplication" and dice are visible. Another student works at an adjacent desk in the background.
An elementary student wearing a Marvel shirt sitting at a wooden classroom table and writing numbers on a small dry-erase board with a marker. Below the whiteboard, a printable multiplication activity card titled "Roll and Race Multiplication" lies on the desk alongside a yellow pencil.
An elementary student sitting at a classroom desk completing a math activity titled "Roll and Race Multiplication." The student holds a pencil over a worksheet while a small whiteboard on the desk displays written numbers and math equations. Other students are working at desks in the background.
Students and families enjoyed our first All Pro Dads Breakfast.
11 days ago, Iron Station Webmaster
Elementary students and family members sitting along long cafeteria tables during a school event, eating breakfast and talking in a full cafeteria.
Adults and elementary school students sitting together at long cafeteria tables during a school event. In the foreground, children sit across from adult figures, eating breakfast items and chatting, while a speaker with a microphone addresses the room in the background.
A man speaking into a microphone at the front of a crowded school cafeteria filled with adults and young children seated at long tables. A poster on the back wall reads, "Build a Team so Strong That NO one Can point..."
Don't miss our upcoming book fair on October 5th-9th. Our Pumpkin, Pages, and Pajamas will be Tuesday night October 6th from 4:30-6:00 pm.
12 days ago, Iron Station Webmaster
Scholastic Book Fair promotional graphic featuring colorful book spines lined up along the top border. A red banner reads "SCHOLASTIC," followed by large blue text that reads "BOOK FAIR." Below, a yellow banner reads "October 5-9."
Dear Parents,
Carolina Photography will be photographing Fall pictures at Iron Station Elementary School on Oct 8. Every student will be photographed!

You have three convenient ways to order your student's portraits:

1. Pre-Order Online through picture day: Visit www.carolinaphoto.net and click “Click Here to Order Photos” then enter your school’s name as the “code” or scan the QR code below.

On a mobile phone, just hold down the QR code to redirect.

2. Day-of Payment: Send the completed flyer with cash or check payment to
school to be handed to the photographer on picture day.

3. After picture day-Proof: Once pre-orders are delivered (approximately two
weeks after picture day), you will receive individual proofs with an online code for online ordering. There will be a shipping charge to the home.

We look forward to seeing all your smiling faces!

Sincerely,
Carolina Photography (704) 483-5862
12 days ago, Iron Station Webmaster
QR code for families to scan to order photos.
Last Thursday, September 17, 2026 -Constitution Day- our third grade students had the opportunity to attend a living history program presented by members of the Catawba Valley Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution. Students learned about the history of the American Revolution in Lincoln County and its impact on our community history.
12 days ago, Iron Station Webmaster
Five historical re-enactors in Revolutionary War-era clothing stand in a line on a grassy field outdoors, each aiming a musket upward into the sky.
Seven historical re-enactors dressed in Revolutionary War-era attire stand in a classroom in front of a digital display reading "Welcome to Iron Station! Sons of the American Revolution." The men and women are wearing period-appropriate tricorn hats, coats, waistcoats, and dresses, with several holding muskets and an American flag.
A large group of elementary students and adults, including re-enactors in historical military attire holding muskets and flags, posing together outdoors on a lawn in front of Iron Station Elementary School. Many students are sitting or standing on a paved walkway, waving small American flags.
Fourth graders played the game of "High or Low" to practice adding and subtracting numbers to the hundred thousands place. Students rotated through stations to add or subtract to their balance.
19 days ago, Iron Station Webmaster
Two elementary students sitting at a semicircular table in a classroom, completing math tracking sheets with pencils using calculators and activity cards labeled Toy Store, Gaming, and Instant Tree House.
Three elementary students standing around classroom desks labeled with a station number 4 sign, reviewing tracking sheets, calculators, and a colorful spinner during a group math activity.
Four elementary male students standing in a row at a wooden table in a classroom, filling out tracking worksheets with pencils while working through activity cards and calculators.
Four elementary students standing and leaning over a brown activity table in a classroom, filling out math tracking sheets with pencils while using scientific calculators and spinners.
Mrs. Smith's kindergarteners are busy learning at school.
20 days ago, Iron Station Webmaster
Elementary students spread out across a large, colorful circle-patterned rug in a classroom, building and playing with plastic nut-and-bolt construction toys while another student stands nearby smiling at the camera.
Three young elementary students sitting cross-legged on the floor in a classroom reading corner next to bookshelves display cases, a wooden bench, and educational posters.
A group of young elementary students playing in a classroom play area. Two students sit at a small table with Play-Doh and cookie cutters, while two girls stand near a large wooden dollhouse in the background, and another boy peeks out from behind a shelving unit.
Four young elementary students smiling and playing in a classroom play kitchen area, surrounded by toy food, play dishes, a wooden stove, and small green stools.
Join us for family night Tuesday October 6th 4:30-6pm.
23 days ago, Iron Station Webmaster
Flyer for Iron Station Elementary Family Night: PUMPKINS, PAGES, & PJS. Date and Time: Tuesday | Oct. 6 | 4:30–6:00. Additional Details: DROP-IN/WEAR YOUR PAJAMAS. You are invited to join us for literacy activities, games, treats, and Book Fair. Graphics: Illustrated smiling children reading a book with floating letters A, B, and C. Bottom text: Please RSVP.
Tomorrow, September 11, we invite our Engineers to wear red, white, and blue as we remember the lives lost, honor the heroes, and come together in unity. We Remember. We Honor. We Stand Together.
24 days ago, Anna Gilbert
Mrs. Kuster's kindergarteners practice their names using fine motor skills.
24 days ago, Iron Station Webmaster
A smiling young student in a brown t-shirt sitting at a classroom table, holding an orange name worksheet that reads "Brooks." The student has shaped green Play-Doh to spell out "Brooks" on the tracing section of the page.
A smiling young student in a blue t-shirt sitting at a classroom desk with an orange name worksheet that reads "Brady." The student has shaped green Play-Doh into letters spelling out "Brady" on the tracing section of the paper.
A smiling young student wearing a patterned blue dress sitting at a classroom table with an orange name worksheet that reads "Isabella." Play-Doh containers and crayons rest on the table in front of her.

Engineers, we’re working together to keep our attendance On Track for Success! Each school day, we’ll track our schoolwide attendance as we work toward our goal of 95% or higher. Remember—Be Here, You Matter! Every day at school is another step toward learning, growing, and success.

If we meet our challenge goal, we’ll celebrate in October with extra recess and a freezer pop! 🎉

Thank you, families, for helping our Engineers show up, learn, and stay on track!

24 days ago, Anna Gilbert
Graphic with train visuals titled "On Track for Success" and a timeline from September 8 to October 2 with weekly goals for attendance.
Attendance chart with red train theme. Each week has a percentage for attendance. "Be Here, You Matter" is written at the top.
Mrs. Nordmark's third graders worked on recounting fables.
25 days ago, Iron Station Webmaster
Two elementary students lying stomach-down on a grey and white patterned rug, reading open textbooks titled "Bear and Turtle Have a Race."
Three elementary students sitting together at a desk leaning over open reading textbooks titled "Bear and Turtle Have a Race," pointing at the page with a pencil and pen as they collaborate.
Two elementary students lying stomach-down on a colorful smiley-face patterned rug in a classroom, reading open textbooks titled "Bear and Turtle Have a Race."
We are excited for our first All Pro Dads of the school year! We hope you can join us this Friday!
25 days ago, Jordan Towery
Flyer for Iron Station Elementary. Headline: "IT'S TIME FOR ALL PRO DADS!" Graphics include a happy face icon and an animated yellow toaster. Event details: September 11 @ 7:20 AM. Free breakfast for dads and prizes for students!! Text at bottom: An opportunity to participate in meaningful conversations and activities with your child. Join us!
Mrs. Nordmark's 3rd graders worked on synergizing as they worked together to build a tower of cups without touching the cup with their hands.
30 days ago, Iron Station Webmaster
Five elementary students leaned over classroom desks working together on a hands-on STEM project, carefully manipulating strings and rubber bands to move and stack red plastic cups.
Four third-grade students gathered around classroom desks collaborating on a STEM activity, using strings tied to a rubber band to build a tower out of stacked red plastic cups.
Join us for PTO spirit night at Pelicans Sno Balls on Thursday September 10th from 3-8 PM
30 days ago, Iron Station Webmaster
Flyer for Iron Station Elementary PTO September Spirit Night with Pelican's Snoballs. Details read: Thursday, September 10th from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Pelican's Snoballs in Lincolnton. Text says: Come enjoy a sweet cold treat and be sure to mention Iron Station Elementary at the time of purchase! Address: 4207 NC-27, Iron Station, NC 28080. Phone: 704-736-4292. Features the Iron Station Elementary logo.
Fourth grade students were hard at work learning vocabulary words.
about 1 month ago, Sarah Luckey
Elementary students sit at pushed-together desks in a classroom, focused on writing and working independently in their workbooks during a lesson.
Elementary students seated at a cluster of desks in a classroom setting, reading open workbooks and completing written assignments.
Three elementary students lean over a small group of desks in a classroom, actively writing and working together in open workbooks.
Two elementary students sit across from each other at a long wooden table in a classroom, quietly writing in open workbooks with pencils.
Fourth graders worked to finish must do activities and moved into can do options to end a week full of hard-work.
about 1 month ago, Sarah Luckey
Two elementary students collaborate at a table during a classroom activity, focusing on arranging small yellow word strips alongside a bag of colorful learning manipulatives.
Elementary students participating in classroom learning activities. In the foreground, one student seated at a desk reads a paper with a teal Word Wisdom workbook nearby, while another student stands beside the desk arranging small yellow letter strips.
Three elementary students stand side by side in a hallway smiling while holding up completed worksheets with highlighted text and top scores.
Two elementary students stand side-by-side in front of a classroom display, smiling as they hold up completed reading comprehension worksheets marked with top scores.