To apply for the 2025-2026 school year at First Ward Creative Arts/Northwest School of the Arts, students must complete an audition. 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 the Arts Coordinator Ka’Shara Hall at kasharac.hall@cms.k12.nc.us or 980-343-5500.

Thank you for your interest!

***New To Or Returning To CMS?

Copy of NWSA AUDITION CHECKLIST 2025-2026.docx.pdf

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CLICK HERE for the announcement on changes for the 2025-2026 school year.

CLICK HERE for Fine Arts Recommendation Form (Optional)

CLICK HERE FOR LOTTERY INSTRUCTIONS FOR NWSA 25-26 

Northwest School of the Arts 9-12 Grade Information

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