PLEASE NOTE: First Ward Creative Arts is a full-choice creative arts middle school.  If you are looking for a high school, Northwest School of the Arts is the arts magnet for you!  

To apply for the 2027-2028 school year at First Ward Creative Arts Middle School, students must complete an audition.   To request an audition, please follow these steps:

1. Submit the Audition Request Form to apply for an audition.  

2. Review your child’s Audition Requirements carefully to prepare for the audition/portfolio review.

3. Check audition Dates & Deadlines and your email weekly to schedule the audition.

For questions, contact Arts Coordinator sarah1.provencal@cms.k12.nc.us or call the school at 980-343-5485

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