August 28, 2023
 This notice from the Buncombe County school board is for parents in regards to the newly ratified senate bill 49.  
 Notice of Parental Rights 
 The Board of Education values pa...

August 23, 2023
 This summer a group of students and staff from Charles D. Owen High School (OHS) embarked on a once-in-a-lifetime international trip to serve those most in need.  
 OHS Spanish t...
August 22, 2023
 Please see link and instructions below to nominate an outstanding BCS educator for the Rotary Club of Asheville's Teacher of Excellence Award!   
  2023 Teachers of Excellence Aw...

August 18, 2023
 All Buncombe County Schools will participate in Community Eligibility (CEP) or Universal Meals this year. These programs provide breakfast and lunch at no cost. Parents will not h...
August 17, 2023
 The Buncombe County Schools Board of Education is committed to providing a safe, inviting, and civil educational environment for all students, employees, and other members of the ...

August 9, 2023
  WELCOME BACK   LINK LEADERS!   WE HOPE YOU ARE AS EXCITED AS WE ARE TO GET YOUR LINK CREW ON AND GET YOU ALL DIALED IN AND READY TO LEAD THOSE 9TH GRADERS AS THEY GEAR UP TO STAR...

August 8, 2023
 Dear BCS Staff and Families- 
 Last week our Board of Education voted to make a change to next year's school calendar. 
 The optional teacher workday originally scheduled for  F...

July 31, 2023
 The Serve to Lead club of Owen High School sponsored by Anne Haffey, raised money and took themselves to the Dominican Republic to serve.  They worked on hygiene projects and deve...

July 25, 2023
 Hello, Parents and Guardians: 
 We hope you are having a wonderful summer! 
 If you are interested in getting more involved with your child's school, please consider applying fo...

July 20, 2023
 Owen High School is grateful for our PTO and for the business partners they have recruited to support our students and school workers.  We love our community and our community lov...

July 19, 2023
 Buncombe County Schools is proud to celebrate an important milestone for our ACT scores- for the 22-23 year, our composite score matched the seven year high at 19.1. The last time...

June 15, 2023
 Four visitors from Treasured Trees visited our campus on Monday May 1st.  Mr. Mallory's 4th Block Earth Environmental Class helped to dedicate five trees to join the Swannanoa Val...

June 15, 2023
 The BCS Summer Meals program is now in full swing. Please visit the sites below to enjoy breakfast and lunch at no cost. The program is for all children 18 years and younger!     ...

June 15, 2023
 Please vote for the  Buncombe County Schools Foundation   to win one of 12 grants being awarded by The Community Betterment Foundation in honor of the Asheville Area Chamber of Co...

June 8, 2023
   Owen Students demonstrate their expertise on local history and historical thinking by presenting their research and findings to one another in a more college and career ready fo...

June 8, 2023
 Thank You, White Insurance of Black Mountain (828-669-7912     info@whiteinsurance.com ) 
 Our PTO is excited to have help supporting Owen High School! 
 The faculty and staff o...
May 26, 2023
 Owen JROTC has worked with purpose and diligence this year to remember the graduates who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms.  Students have researched each of the fallen...

May 24, 2023
 Gage Thompson is a Quarterfinalist in the NC Aviation Art Contest. 
 The N.C. Department of Transportation's Division of Aviation hosts the North Carolina Aviation Art Contest ea...

May 23, 2023
 Buncombe County Schools (BCS) is committed to providing a safe, caring, and nurturing environment for students and families. One of BCS’s top commitments  is to the well-being of ...

May 22, 2023
 The Bands Of Owen Present SPRING CONCERT   May 22, 2023 • 6:30 PM  FEATURING The OHS Winterguard The OHS Indoor Drumline The World Percussion Class The Concert Band The Jazz Band ...
