23-24 Back to School Applications and Forms

The schedule concern form has now closed. Counselors are currently working diligently to address schedule changes submitted through the form. If you need to request a level change for mathematics, please complete the form below or you may pick up one in Student Services. All forms must be received by Tuesday, September 5th. Seniors requesting late arrival/early release or early/midyear graduation must turn in their forms by Friday, September 8th. 

• Math Placement Waiver Form       Pick up paper form in Student Services (or print here) 

• CCP Dual Enrollment Form Pick up paper form in Student Services (or print here)

• Late Arrival / Early Release Pick up paper form in Student Services (or print here)

• Early / Midyear Graduation Pick up paper form in Student Services (or print here)

Spring 2023 Schedule Change Request Form

Hello! Counselors and administrators have worked carefully to schedule students for their primary and alternate course requests. Most schedule change requests were addressed at the start of the school year. Please note most courses are full and few changes will be made. The Schedule Change Request Form will close on Wed., February 1st at 5pm. 

Spring 2023 Late Arrival / Early Release Requests

• CCP Dual Enrollment Form Pick up paper form in Student Services (or print here)

• Late Arrival / Early Release Pick up paper form in Student Services (or print here) *second semester only

Rising 9th Course Selection Sheet

Current 9th-11th Course Selection Sheet

Imp Course Registration Schedule

Wednesday, February 23rd  – Freshmen, sophomores and juniors receive registration information (i.e., credit detail page, course selection sheet, teacher recommendations, credit checklist)

Thursday, February 24th  – Curriculum Night on campus; 5:30-7:00pm

Monday, February 28th - Friday, March 25th - Counselors will be meeting with students on specified days during 2nd period to assist students with course registration. See schedule below. Make-up sessions will be held during lunch at the end of March for students who are absent on their specific day.

Thursday, March 3rd - Friday, April 1st - Counselors will be holding individual conferences with juniors (Students sign up for a time on the Student Services website).

Week of April 18th-22nd - Students will be notified about application course status.

Weeks of May 23rd-June 3rd - Students will review their course selections in their PowerSchool account for verification and are able to request final changes. Course Request Change Form 

Friendly Reminders for Students:

• There is no ranking of electives.  All electives have an equal chance of being scheduled.

• Electives = all courses except core graduation requirements (for example, Spanish is an elective)

• Even if you plan to apply for an application course, you must still choose 11 or more courses.

The Eunice Riggins Memorial Scholarship is open to any young woman who is currently graduating from an accredited public high school in North Carolina that follows the NC Standard Course of Study and who expects to enroll in a four-year college or university in North Carolina next fall. Specific eligibility requirements are: Academic rank in top 10% of class, Minimum SAT score of 1220 or ACT composite score of 25, good character and participation in extra-curricular activities (school and community). Financial need is not the primary consideration. Deadline is March 1, 2023. Apply here: https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/scholarships/EuniceRiggins2023 

The Mary Rose Mills-Linda Rankin Memorial Scholarship is open to any student who is currently graduating from an accredited public high school in North Carolina that follows the NC Standard Course of Study and who expects to enroll in a four-year college or university next fall. Specific eligibility requirements are: Academic rank in top 10% of class, Minimum SAT score of 1290 or ACT composite score of 27, good character and participation in extra-curricular activities (school and community). Financial need is not the primary consideration. Deadline is March 1, 2023. Apply here: https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/scholarships/MaryRoseMemorial2023

The Clare Johnson Marley-Mary Earle Berger Fine Arts Scholarship is open to any student who is currently graduating from an accredited public high school in North Carolina that follows the NC Standard Course of Study and who expects to enroll in a four-year college or university next fall, and who is declaring his/her major in an area of the fine arts. Specific eligibility requirements are: Academic rank in top 20% of class, Minimum SAT score of 1220 or ACT composite score of 25, good character and participation in extra-curricular activities (school and community). Financial need is not the primary consideration. (Samples of talent are required to be submitted with the application.) Deadline is March 1, 2023. Apply here: https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/scholarships/clarejohnsonscholarship23 

North Carolina Alpha Delta Kappa Student Achievement Scholarship is $2000 and open to a male or female, on track to graduate this spring and planning to attend a 2-year or 4-year college or university.  Specific eligibility requirements are:  SAT score of 990 to 1130 or ACT composite score of 20 to 24; unweighted GPA of 2.5 to 3.5; good character, integrity, leadership potential and service to school, community and church.  Students should apply for this scholarship through the North Carolina Community Foundation at https://www.nccommunityfoundation.org/scholarships/nc-alpha-delta-kappa-student-achievement-scholarship. Deadline is March 1, 2023.

Scholarships Below: If you are interested in any of these-you will need to create a Triangle Community Foundations account at:

https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=trianglecfscholarship 

Achievement Scholarship for Refugees & Immigrants of Wake County (Upto $16,000) 

First-generation U.S. citizens, refugees, or immigrants, residentsof Wake County, North Carolina who have completed at least one academic year ata high school in Wake County. High school seniors at the time of theapplication with a GPA of 2.5 or greater, planning to pursue a degree as a full-timestudent at an accredited public, private, or technical college or university inNC, and able to demonstrate family financial need. 

Almac Scholarship $50,000 

First-year college students in the Triangle who are pursuing a four-year degree at an NC public college or university. Applicants should

demonstrate financial need and a desire to connect with Almac for career guidance, connection to current employees, and insight into the pharmaceutical industry. 

Ann & Girard Tillery Scholarship Up to $20,000 

Students in Wake County seeking a two- or four-year degree at a public or private university. Students should demonstrate financial need,

strong academic merit, and a desire to empower themselves through education.

Benjamin F. Ward Scholarship $10,000 

Graduating high school seniors in Wake, Durham, Orange, or Chatham counties planning to attend a four-year public or private college or university in North Carolina. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5  with demonstrated commitment to community service and family financial need.

GSK Opportunity Scholarship Up to $20,000

Reside in Chatham, Durham, Orange, or Wake counties for a minimum of one year. Attend a public state university or community college in NC. Applicants should demonstrate the potential to succeed despite adversity as well as an exceptional desire to improve himself or herself through further education or training.

iContact Foundation Scholarship Up to $20,000

1) Have been employed by iContact at any time, 2) be the child (biological, foster, adopted, or step) of an iContact employee at any time, or 3) be a person living in Chatham, Durham, Orange, or Wake county who is majoring in computer science, business or entrepreneurship, economics, or marketing and communications. Scholarship recipients are selected based on demonstrated financial need, community involvement and leadership, and academic merit.

Joseph Nystrom Working Student Scholarship Up to $16,000

Students in Orange, Wake, Durham, Chatham, or Alamance counties who are working at least part-time while in school and have demonstrated financial need.

NC American Indian Fund Scholarship $1,000

Enrolled in a state- or federally-recognized tribe (with documentation), demonstrate sustained involvement in the American Indian

Community and commitment to American Indian concerns and initiatives, and have family residency in the state. Be currently enrolled or planning to enroll in a post-secondary institution in North Carolina, maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA, and plan to pursue a two-year or four-year undergraduate degree as a full-time student at an accredited public, private, or technical college or university. Please note there is a separate application for new applicants and previous recipients of this scholarship in the portal.

Shaver-Hitchings Scholarship $1,500

Resident of Durham, Orange, Wake, or Chatham counties and be enrolled or planning to enroll in graduate school, a physician assistant program, or medical school. Applicants should have experience serving those with substance abuse disorder or with preventive education on the subject of addiction. 

Ruby Ennis Maynard Scholarship $2,500

Single mothers or female heads of household in Chatham, Durham, Orange, Wake or Onslow counties. Applicants should demonstrate a desire to improve their skills to succeed in their current career or to change careers.

Triangle Scholarship Fund $10,000

One high school senior and one adult learner in Chatham, Durham, Orange, or Wake counties planning to attend a public or private college or university in North Carolina. Must have a 2.5 GPA and demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to improving their community through volunteer work, work experience, and/or future aspirations and plans.

Deadline for all March 1, 2023. 

The Sigma Scholars Inc. 501 (c) 3 foundation was established to provide scholarships to deserving Wake County Public Schools Seniors who have been accepted and who have committed to attending a Two-Year College (Associate’s Program) or Four-Year College

(Bachelor’s Program) after graduating from High School. Along with the application, students must have a minimum 2.8 GPA, complete a 400 word essay, provide two letters of recommendation, and have completed a minimum of 30 hours of community service. More information can be found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QpVApCtpvW2OWtexMZw8MkymmRqVXdvq/view?usp=sharing Deadline is March 6, 2023.

Kassel A. Smit Make A Difference Scholarship

Students graduating from Cary High School in June 2022 who plan to attend a 2 or 4 year college are invited to apply for this scholarship.  Students may also be nominated by a Cary High School teacher or staff member with the consent of the student being nominated.  There will be a total of two individuals awarded $3,000 scholarships each for a single year of study beginning in the fall of 2022 at a 2 or 4 year college.

Recipients will be selected by the Cary High School Scholarship Committee. More information can be found HERE.  Applications/Nominations need to be received in the CHS Student Services Office or emailed to jpeasley@wcpss.net by Friday, May 6, 2022. See Mrs. Peasley if you have questions. 

Tom Kelly Scholarship 

Students who are graduating from Cary High School in June 2022 who plan to attend Wake Tech. There are (5) $500 scholarships available to graduating seniors. Application can be found HERE.  Applications/nominations must be received in the CHS Student Services Office by Friday, May 6, 2022.  See Mr. Moore if you have questions. 

The Ramage Family Scholarship

Students graduating from Cary High School in June 2022 who plan to attend a 2-year college are invited to apply for this

scholarship. Students may also be nominated by a Cary High School teacher or staff member with the consent of the

student being nominated. There will be one scholarship awarded in the amount of $500 to support a year of study

beginning in the fall of 2022 at a 2-year college. Application can be found HERE.  Applications/Nominations need to be received in the CHS Student Services Office or emailed to jpeasley@wcpss.net by Friday, May 6, 2022. See Mrs. Peasley if you have questions. 

Friends of the Page-Walker Scholarship: ($1,000) awarded to a graduating high school senior residing in Cary who has been accepted into and plans to attend a college our university. In addition, the recipient’s name will be displayed on a permanent plaque at the Page-Walker Arts & History Center. Details and applications are found on the Friends of the Page-Walker website: http://friendsofpagewalker.wildapricot.org/scholarship Applications must be postmarked by May 10, 2022. 

Couch Oil Cares Scholarship Program: $1,000 will be awarded to six (6) individuals across a 16-county area who plan to attend a four-year or community college (first-year students only). Applications are available online at www.couchoilcares.org/scholarship  www.durhambulls.com (Community section), or Couch Oil Company social media pages. The submission deadline is May 27, 2022. 

2022 Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) Wake Chapter scholarship

The $500 scholarship is for a high school senior with hearing loss who resides in Wake County and is seeking acceptance or has been accepted at an accredited university, college or community college. HLAA Wake Chapter will announce one or two recipients in May. Applicants must have a moderate hearing loss or more and wear a hearing aid(s) and/or cochlear implant(s). Financial need is not a consideration. The scholarship is a one-time award and will be sent to the recipient when s/he begins classes.

Application materials are available on the HLAA Wake Chapter website at www.nchearingloss.org/wake.htm. Deadline is March 31, 2022. 

The Rotary Club Robert Styres Scholarship

Application can be found HERE and more information can be found at www.rotaryclubcapitalcity.org. Deadline is April 10, 2022. 

Triangle Italian American Women’s Club (TRIAWC) 2022 Mary DeBonis Scholarship 

The Triangle Italian American Women's Club is offering a scholarship of at least $500 to a high school senior woman of Italian descent. The deadline for submitting all required documents is April 15, 2022. Application can be accessed HERE

202 Society of American Engineers' (Fort Bragg Post) Scholarship

Scholarships will be awarded to the most deserving applicants based on academic achievement, participation in extracurricular activities, and their desire to pursue an engineering-based degree in college. The applicant must submit a completed application (via email) by April 18, 2022. To be eligible for a scholarship the applicant must meet the requirements within an engineering, architectural, science, or construction management curriculum. More information can be found HERE and application can be accessed HERE. 

2022 Raleigh Engineers Club Scholarship awards annually one semester of tuition scholarship, currently $3,267.50, to a deserving Wake County HS Senior with a commitment to pursue engineering at NC State University Fall 2022. The deadline to apply is Friday, April 22, 2022. The application can be accessed HERE and the questionnaire HERE. 

Alpha Delta Kappa is an International Sorority for women educators. Our local chapter, Alpha Theta, is offering three scholarships for Wake County high school seniors.  The deadline for application materials to be received for these scholarships is Friday, April 29th.  Below you will find the links to the Google Forms for The Future Educator Scholarship, The Miss Margaret Scholarship, and our newest scholarship, The Miss Abigail Scholarship.  The scholarship requirements are listed on these forms. 

The Future Educator Scholarship ($500) is open to any student who will graduate from an accredited high school in Wake County, who expects to enroll in an institution of higher education next fall to pursue a degree in education and/or enroll in a teacher preparation program, and who meets the eligibility requirements.

Future Educator Scholarship Google Form:

https://forms.gle/vcZjrVQb827uYnaQ6

The Miss Margaret Scholarship ($500)  is open to any young woman who will graduate from an accredited high school in Wake County, who expects to enroll in an institution of higher education this fall, and who meets the eligibility requirements.

Miss Margaret Scholarship Google Form:

https://forms.gle/L5hHwKakGRzcwMAq8

The Miss Abigail Scholarship ($1,000) is open to any student who will graduate from a WCPSS high school, who expects to enroll in an institution of higher education next fall, and who meets the eligibility requirements.  One of the requirements is that the applicant must have a family member who is a current or former educator.  (The family member does not have to be in their immediate family.)

Miss Abigail Scholarship Google Form:

https://forms.gle/NQ7wpXs1g2rVB92w5

The Alliance of Black School Educators (ABSE) of Wake County Scholarship - awarded to students of African American descent to promote the mission of enabling high academic achievement. Four $1000.00 scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors in the Wake County Public School System. All applicants must have an acceptance letter in a college or university, complete the application, provide one letter of recommendation, and provide a one-page (typed and double spaced) essay that includes the following topics: Your Leadership Qualities/Experiences, Community Service Experiences, and Why You Should Receive the Scholarship. Consider writing this essay in a narrative format that includes information about you. Send your essay, this application, letter of recommendation, and a copy of your acceptance letter before the deadline (April 3, 2023). 

Triangle Italian American Women’s Club (TRIAWC) 2023 Mary DeBonis Scholarship - The Triangle Italian American Women’s Club (TRIAWC) is a nonprofit organization and is proud to uphold the scholarship tradition awarded to highschool women of Italian descent.  TIAWC have had the privilege of seeing young, talented and goal oriented young women succeed in life and their career.  This year the TRIAWC is pleased to announce the  Mary DeBonis Scholarship award of $1000.00  for eligible candidates.

Eligibility

• High School Senior female of Italian descent, planning to pursue studies at a two or four year college or university, excellent character, solid academic record, and attendance by the winner and a family member at the Scholarship Award Dinner.  This will be held on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 location TBD.  The recipient must be present to receive her award.

Submission Requirements (can be emailed to Francine.Cerami@gmail.com )

• Application must be completed by the candidate – submitted by  Monday, April 3, 2023.

School transcript provided by school. 

Include the completed short answer questionnaire (attached) and essay. Application can more information can be found HERE. 

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated was founded on January 13, 1913, on the campus of Howard University by twenty-two collegiate women. These women wanted to use their collective strength to promote academic excellence and provide assistance to persons in need. Each year our organization recognizes hundreds of students across the nation for their scholastic achievements.

Applicants will complete a common application. Applicants will not be permitted to apply for any one(1) scholarship, instead the application will be reviewed and scored and considered for all eligible scholarships.

Upon selection, the applicant will be notified via email and by phone. Should the applicant have any questions, they can email kwfscholarship@kwfalumnae-dst.org.

All scholarships must meet the minimum criteria unless otherwise noted:

Criteria

– African American HS (Wake County) and Collegiate Students in the Triangle

– Minimum GPA 2.75 (All Scholarships) – Unweighted

– Accredited 4 year and 2 year college

– Transcripts: HS (Unofficial/Official required upon selection) Collegiate (Official Required upon application)

Deadline April, 7 2023. 

Raleigh Wake NCCU Alumni Chapter Scholarship 

For Wake County Public School Students who have been accepted to North Carolina Central University for Fall 2023. Deadline is April 14, 2023. Application can be found HERE. 

2023 Society of American Engineers' (Fort Bragg Post) Scholarship

Scholarships will be awarded to the most deserving applicants based on academic achievement, participation in extracurricular activities, and their desire to pursue an engineering-based degree in college. The applicant must submit a completed application (via email) by April 18, 2023. To be eligible for a scholarship the applicant must meet the requirements within an engineering, architectural, science, or construction management curriculum. More information can be found HERE and application can be accessed HERE. 

2023 Raleigh Engineers Club Scholarship awards annually one semester of tuition scholarship, currently $3,267.50, to a deserving Wake County HS Senior with a commitment to pursue engineering at NC State University Fall 2022. The deadline to apply is Friday, April 21, 2023. Information can be accessed HERE and the questionnaire HERE. 

Alpha Delta Kappa Scholarships: Deadline is Friday, April 28th.  

The Future Educator Scholarship ($500) is open to any student who will graduate from an accredited public high school in Wake County, who expects to enroll in an institution of higher education next fall to pursue a degree in education and/or enroll in a teacher preparation program, and who meets the eligibility requirements.

Future Educator Scholarship Google Form: https://forms.gle/Cq9BSaUKGLC2Pn9b9

The Miss Margaret Scholarship ($500) is open to any young woman who will graduate from an accredited public high school in Wake County, who expects to enroll in an institution of higher education this fall, and who meets the eligibility requirements.

Miss Margaret Scholarship Google Form: https://forms.gle/SAArhpFCQvriJXrp7

The Miss Abigail Scholarship ($1,000) is open to any student who will graduate from a WCPSS high school, who expects to enroll in an institution of higher education next fall, and who meets the eligibility requirements.  One of the requirements is that the applicant must have a family member who is a current or former educator.  (The family member does not have to be in their immediate family.)

Miss Abigail Scholarship Google Form: https://forms.gle/VFEbVFuXp4Ro6n9Z9

Old North Education Foundation Scholarship - ($1,000) Deadline is April 30, 2023

In order to be eligible to apply, applicants must meet the following requirements:  

- Be currently enrolled in and on track to graduate from a Wake County Public High School by the Spring of 2023

- Have demonstrated outstanding academic, leadership, and interpersonal skills during your high school career

- Have been accepted/applied to a four-year college or university with the goal of pursuing a bachelor's degree in elementary or secondary education

- Be able to provide information highlighting your academic and extracurricular achievements/awards and relevant work/volunteer experience

- Be able to submit two letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors, administrators, mentors, or work supervisors that specifically address your skills, abilities, and enthusiasm for the pursuit of a career in education

Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdh-JbUE4s4YpIsq84MCg-pW2dkcrffau-tVVuw3rIfbeRswg/viewform 

Cary High Senior Award Nominations - Due May 4th 

Each year the Cary High School staff helps identify three graduating seniors and one Cary High staff member to receive awards on Academic Awards and Recognition Night (formerly Senior Awards Night). 🎉 The awards are named in honor of three people who played important roles in the lives of Cary High students and the Cary community: Walter G. (Guy) Mendenhall, Paul Cooper and John Stevens. The Paul Cooper and John Stevens Awards are awarded to graduating seniors while the Guy Mendenhall Award is awarded to one staff member and one graduating senior. Nominations may be submitted by department or individual staff members and must be turned in no later than Thursday, May 4th.

Additionally, each year 2 students are selected to receive a $3,000 Kassel A. Smit Make A Difference Scholarship in memory of a late Cary High student, Kassel Smit. Students can be nominated by a staff member, or they may nominate themselves.  A complete application is required to be considered for these scholarships. This scholarship application is due by Friday, May 5th. 

For more information about these awards, including the nomination forms, please see below.

Paul Cooper Award

John H. Stevens Service Award

Walter G. "Guy" Mendenhall Spirit Awards  (One graduating senior, one staff member)

Kassel A. Smit Make A Difference Scholarship Application  (Two recipients who will be attending either a two- or four-year college)

Raleigh Chapter of Chums, Inc. Scholarship - ($2,000) Deadline is May 12, 2023

Wake County Public School Senior with at least a 3.0 GPA and a demonstrated record of community service and leadership. Must provide documentation of enrollment in a two or four year institution before scholarship is awarded. Other requirements are listed HERE and application is available HERE. 

Friends of the Page-Walker Scholarship: ($1,000) awarded to a graduating high school senior residing in Cary who has been accepted into and plans to attend a college our university. In addition, the recipient’s name will be displayed on a permanent plaque at the Page-Walker Arts & History Center. Details and applications are found on the Friends of the Page-Walker website: http://friendsofpagewalker.wildapricot.org/scholarship Applications must be postmarked by May 15, 2023. 

Cary High School Class of 2021 Scholarship Reporting Form

Class of 2021 - It's time to report your scholarship awards!  Please use this link to report ALL scholarship offers - both scholarships you plan to accept and those you plan to decline.  After you complete the form, please send copies of emails, pictures, pdfs, screenshots, etc. to document your awards.  If you have any questions, please email Ms. Beltowski (rbeltowski@wcpss.net).  Congratulations!!! 

https://forms.gle/TojX1QgMgE8jTk276

JUNIOR CONFERENCES - Class of 2022!

Juniors, please click on this link to sign up for an individual junior conference with your counselor! 

Seniors interested in applying for the school nomination for Morehead-Cain (UNC Chapel Hill) or Park (NC State) need to fill out THIS APPLICATION.  Due  September 17. To submit electronically, under "File" make your own copy, then you can share it with Ms. Peasley once you have completed it (jpeasley@wcpss.net)

Seniors interested in applying for the school nomination for the Belk Scholarship (Davidson College) need to fill out THIS APPLICATION. Due October 22nd by 5:00 pm. 

Cary High School PTSA Senior Scholarship - Due by Friday, May 7th - The Cary High School PTSA is awarding $500.00 scholarships to Cary High School students who will be attending a two or four year College in Fall 2021. Scholarships will be awarded to students who have demonstrated leadership at Cary High or in the greater Cary community. Please see Google link for application and eligibility requirements. 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd2AKFBQG2LvNOKTYHbG4GgInL7KOOByIsEsIeqGPKetv2_Q/viewform

The Cary Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity through the Kappa Foundation of Cary Scholarships - Due by Friday, April 30 - The Cary Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity through the Kappa Foundation of Cary (KFOC) is pleased to award applicants three (3) tuition assistance scholarships and one (1) book award for the college academic year beginning in the Fall of 2021. The “minimum” tuition assistance scholarships are valued as follows: 1 @ $1,500 and 2 @ $1,000 and the book award valued at $500. The purpose of the Kappa Foundation of Cary is to foster the intellectual, ethical, social, and moral development of youth in North Carolina with emphasis on disadvantaged African-Americans in Western Wake County Schools. In addition to nurturing and supporting the intellectual development of these young people, the KFOC strives to deepen young people’s commitment to their communities and to promote pro-social values such as personal responsibility, respect for self, respect for others, and achievement in every field of endeavor.

The application and accompanying documentation can be completed on-line or mailed in with a postmark delivery date to the undersigned by Friday April 30, 2021. Upon selection of the awardees by the Scholarship Committee, the KFOC will reach out to the awardees respective schools to coordinate recognition through their school organized Senior Award Ceremonies.  Please note that proof of acceptance in an accredited 2 or 4 year institution of higher learning is required prior to releasing of funds to the awardees.

For additional information and application materials, please visit:  http://carykappas.com/kappa-foundation-of-cary-scholarship/

Kassel A. Smit Make A Difference Scholarship - Due April 30, 2021 - Students graduating from Cary High School in June 2021 who plan to attend a 2 or 4 year college are invited to apply for this scholarship.  Students may also be nominated by a Cary High School teacher or staff member with the consent of the student being nominated.  There will be a total of two individuals awarded $3,000 scholarships each for a single year of study beginning in the fall of 2021 at a 2 or 4 year college.  The application materials and required letters of recommendation are due by Friday, April 30th.  Please email application (click on application) materials to jpeasley@wcpss.net. 

WCPSS Future Teachers Program - Due Friday, April 23, 2021 - Seniors, are you interested in pursuing a K-12 Teaching Career with WCPSS?  If so, consider applying for the Future Teachers Program! For more information and application materials, please visit https://www.wcpss.net/futureteachers Participants are eligible for annual summer professional development stipends beginning the summer following the freshman year of college, a WCPSS job offer for a teaching position for which they are licensed and highly qualified and the opportunity to develop a professional network with WCPSS staff and peers. 

North Carolina Society of Accountants - Due April 15, 2021 - Open to all North Carolina students planning to attend a college or university to study accounting. For more information: http://www.ncsa1947.org/ncsascholarship. Application available here. 

Community Peace Scholarship Award - Due Monday, April 12, 2021 - The Community Peace Scholarship is a $1,000 award to acknowledge and encourage the highest standards of peacemaking in a student's life, home life, school life and community life.  An eligible high school student from their senior class will be selected and recognized as a "Peacemaker" representing the graduating senior class.  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DKlrGEWYFsvpfpeZJJfcEwnSpll4FfZa/view?usp=sharing

The application is due back to Mrs. Peasley (jpeasley@wcpss.net) by Monday, April 12th.  Please see the attached application for more information. 

Robert N. Styres Scholarship (given by Rotary Club) - Due Wednesday, April 10, 2021 - One student is nominated by each high school in Wake County due by April 10, 2021.  It is awarded to a Wake County public high school graduate who has been accepted at a four-year college/university or a two-year community college. Please refer to the following link to receive additional information regarding the Robert N. Styres Scholarship: www.rotaryclubcapitalcity.org. The value of the scholarship is a $4,000.00 award per year, granted $2,000.00 per semester. The Scholarship is renewable, as long as the student is enrolled full-time and is making satisfactory academic progress, not to exceed eight (8) consecutive semesters for a total award of $16,000.00.  While academic achievement is important, the Scholarship is not necessarily intended for the young man or woman with the highest grade point average. Rather, we try to select a person with good to average grades who is a hard worker and who may have overcome some adversity along the way. 

If interested please contact Mr. Moore at rmoore@wcpss.net.  

The local Beta Omicron Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa Scholarship - Due Tuesday, April 9, 2021 - One or more scholarships of at least $2000 will be awarded to a Wake County Public School System senior who plans to enter the field of Education.

Applicants need to submit:

1) this form https://forms.gle/nsKSEGevcSVCsozj9, which will include uploading a copy of your high school transcript, ACT/SAT Scores (optional), and a personal essay. Essays should be one-three pages, typed, double-spaced, and include information about you and your family; your school, church, and civic extracurricular activities; your future education plans; and your career goals in the field of education. 

2) two letters of recommendation from teachers who taught you during your junior or senior year. Teachers should be instructed to use school letterhead and to email the letter to pmooreobx@gmail.com prior to the APRIL 9TH DEADLINE.

Any questions can be directed to Patricia Moore, Scholarship Committee Chair, at pmooreobx@gmail.com.

McNair-Harris Crescent Foundation Scholarship - Due Friday, April 2, 2021- Graduating male students are eligible for this scholarship. The McNair-Harris Crescent Foundation has been able to award scholarships to students annually for the past 25 years. Awardees and parents are also invited to attend our Community Recognition and Scholarship Luncheon, the Sapphire Awards, to show our appreciation for their accomplishments. Please send me an email or call, if you have any questions or issues. https://www.mcnairharriscrescentfoundation.org/mcnair-harris-crescent-foundation-scholarship

Cary-Kildaire Rotary Club James Atkins Memorial Scholarship - Due March 15, 2021 - The Cary-Kildaire Rotary Club will award the James Atkins Memorial Scholarship to a 2021 high school graduate. Eligible applicants must have resided in the Cary-Apex area for at least 2 years.  The scholarship award is $2,000 for a full-time student matriculating at an accredited 4 year college or university - renewable for three additional years depending on satisfactory progress and availability of funds.  Selection is based on academic achievement, NEED, community service and leadership potential.  Please see application for additional information.  Materials must reach the Scholarship Committee by Monday, March 15, 2021.

Cary Woman's Club Scholarship - Due March 15, 2021 - The Cary Woman's Club Scholarship is available! The scholarship is open to seniors residing in Cary, Apex or Morrisville with a 3.0 GPA of higher who plan to attend a 4 year college or university in North Carolina.  The deadline to apply is March 15th.  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Gzh4U8Se_z8g3BVy108axH0x9oCCyvxpvNv_J9tQsfk/edit?usp=sharing

The Cary Rotary Club 2021 College Scholarship Award - Due by March 5, 2021 by 5:00 pm, 2021.  Incomplete applications of applications emailed after March 5th @ 5:00 pm, 2021 will not be considered.   The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of service in the community, leadership and financial need. 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lzrsSDtCmYgeW6Y0Be-0m8oOPgRugYp0/view?ts=6022c05a

Triangle Community Foundation Scholarships - Due March 1, 2021 - Apply for a variety of local scholarships! For more information, visit the Triangle Community Foundation Scholarship website https://trianglecf.org/students/scholarships-awards/. 

NC A&T University - Due February 26, 2021 - https://www.ncat.edu/caes/agricultural-research/rap-program.php

RAP has a new format for 2021. The College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (CAES) invites rising high school juniors and seniors to participate in a two-week, virtual research program, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., weekdays, June 7-18. Upon graduation from high school and enrollment at N.C. A&T in a CAES program, participants will receive an $800 scholarship. The scholarship will be distributed during the first and second semesters of a student’s freshman year at A&T. 

Florence Kidder Memorial Scholarship - Due February 7, 2021 - Open to all Wake County seniors planning to attend a North Carolina college or university after graduation. For more information: https://www.ncdames.org/florence-kidder-memorial-scholarship

Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship - Due October 31, 2020 (5pm EST) - The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. With the 32nd class in 2020, the Foundation has provided over 6,300 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $72 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship. Our application is open! High school seniors can apply here: https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/.

AP Testing Information Form

Most Cary High School AP students will be taking AP exams May 18-May 28.  All exams except for AP Calculus, AP French Language, AP Music Theory, AP Physics, AP Spanish Language and AP Statistics will be taken digitally at home unless specifically requested otherwise. Every student MUST complete this survey.  More information will be coming as details are finalized prior to testing in May.  It is important that you check your school email regularly so you do not miss any updates or information.  Please join the Advanced Placement (AP) Google Classroom if you have not already.  Ask your teacher for the join code or email Mrs. Peasley. Go Imps! :)

If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Peasley at jpeasley@wcpss.net 

https://forms.gle/vz2qVgEQVRd2GGYu8

PSAT Update

Due to the unique challenges and considerations of this year, WCPSS will be offering the school day administration of the PSAT/NMSQT on January 26, 2021 only to current 11th graders who are WCPSS students.  

The PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) is a standardized exam administered by the College Board. Participating in the PSAT provides an opportunity for students to take a preliminary SAT in preparation for the SAT, evaluate areas of strength, opt into the Student Search Services, compete for National Merit and other scholarship opportunities and gain access to personalized SAT/Khan Academy preparation materials. 

Please fill out the form below to register for the exam. The exam fee is $17 this year.  Juniors who have a weighted GPA of 4.3438 or above do not need to pay for the exam.

Payments can be made online through the Online Payment system (Cary High website --> Parents --> Online Payments) or by clicking here: 

https://osp.osmsinc.com/WakeNC/BVModules/CategoryTemplates/Detailed%20List%20with%20Properties/Category.aspx?categoryid=AG133. 

If you have questions about a need-based fee waiver, please contact your counselor for more information.

It is very important for you to check your school email (wcpss.net) to receive updates and information. Please email Mrs. Peasley (jpeasley@wcpss.net) if you have any questions!  Go IMPS! :)

REGISTRATION FORM:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1zLKzX1oNr8fO1MgXlpuijJTopIR89Gtr_vjyDSGn9jE/edit

The deadline to register is Tuesday, December 1st, 2020.