ATTENTION JUNIORS 

If you're a high school junior or parent/guardian of a junior, it's time for Next Step 2026! This is a resource for the graduating class of 2027. Next Step helps juniors take action toward their next step after graduation and enables parents/guardians and educators to support them along the way. Please click the link or see the documents linked below to learn more and sign up.

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HBCU College Fair

Cardinal Gibbons High School will host its 2026 HBCU College Fair on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This event is co-hosted by the Cardinal Gibbons High School Black Student Union in partnership with the Triangle Jack and Jill Chapters.

The HBCU College Fair is designed to help students explore a wide range of Historically Black Colleges and Universities from across the country, connect directly with admissions representatives, and learn more about academic programs, campus life, and pathways to higher education.

Event Details

• Date: February 7, 2026

• Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

• Location: Cardinal Gibbons High School
  1401 Edwards Mill Road
  Raleigh, NC 27607