SMHS Student Support Center

Discover Life Center 

The Discover Life Center (DLC) connects students with college and career planning resources to support their goals after high school. The DLC houses the Southwestern Community College (SCC) Liaison, who is on campus Tuesdays and Thursdays to advise and register students for Career and College Promise (CCP) courses. CCP is North Carolina’s dual enrollment program for eligible juniors and seniors (2.8 unweighted GPA and meeting testing requirements), allowing students to earn college credit or begin certificate pathways while still in high school.

The DLC also includes Mallory Hoffman with Advise NC through Appalachian State University, who helps students (grades 9–12) explore college, career, and military options. She provides one-on-one support with applications, FAFSA, scholarships, career exploration, and creating a clear plan after graduation, with additional support for seniors completing their Next Steps Plan.

Additionally, the DLC is home to Jessica Webb, GEAR UP Coordinator, who supports students in preparing for college and career success through academic support, college awareness, and readiness activities, helping ensure students are on track for postsecondary opportunities.