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2027 Governor's School Information

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North Carolina Governor's School

The North Carolina Governor's School is a four-week summer residential program for gifted and talented high school students, integrating academic disciplines, the arts, and unique courses on each of two campuses. Learning focuses on the exploration of the most recent ideas and concepts in each discipline, and it does not involve credit, tests, or grades. Students are selected to attend through a competitive process after being nominated by their public school unit or non-public school.

Governor's School Video

Are you curious to learn more about Governor's School? This video provides an overview of the program.

Governor’s School Video Snapshot

Application and Recommendations due electronically to Mrs. Yolanda LeMay yolanda_lemay@dpsnc.net by November 10, 2026 at 8am. 

For assistance with the application/essay contact Ms. Friedlander at jessica_friedlander@dpsnc.net. 

The 2027 session of Governor's School will begin on June 20 and end on July 17.

Contact Mrs. Yolanda LeMay with questions

Email: yolanda _lemay@dpsnc.net                                                      Phone:  919-560-3926  x23454
Location: Student Services