Carteret County Public Schools is again partnering with the NC Department of Public Instruction, Office of Exceptional Children, to gather important feedback through the annual Parent Input: Special Education Survey.
📝 This brief, 2-minute survey gives parents and guardians the opportunity to share how well your school and district include you in:
✔️ The IEP process
✔️ Your child’s education and services
💡 Why participate?
Your anonymous responses help the State and CCPS understand what is working well and where parent involvement can be strengthened.
🌍 Language support available!
Helpful videos and resources are available in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
📅 Survey Open: January 1 – June 30
🔒 Anonymous & confidential
👉 Take the survey here:
https://go.ncdpi.gov/25-26Ind8ParentSurvey
👉 More information, translations, and videos:
https://www.carteretcountyschools.org/o/ccs/page/family-community-information
📄 Need a paper copy? Flyers are being distributed at your school.
Thank you for helping us improve services and strengthen partnerships for our exceptional children! 💙
🎉 Congratulations, West Carteret High School! 🎉
West Carteret High School has been named to the AP School Honor Roll, earning Bronze-level recognition from the College Board.
Bronze recognition is awarded to schools that meet key benchmarks for student participation and success in AP coursework: 40% College Culture, 25% College Credit, and 2% College Optimization.
West Carteret met and exceeded these measures with a 40% College Culture score, 34% College Credit score, and 7% College Optimization score—a strong reflection of the school’s commitment to college readiness and academic excellence.
Well done to the students and staff who made this achievement possible! 📚🎓👏
Read More Here: https://www.carteretcountyschools.org/article/2630219
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✨ **First Semester Exams Begin Monday!** ✨
We’re wishing all our high school students the very best as first semester exams kick off on Monday. You’ve worked hard—now take a deep breath, stay focused, and do your best. We believe in you! 💪📚
🔔 **Important Reminders for Students:**
• Check your exam schedule for **exam times and locations**
• **Charge your Chromebook fully the night before each exam**
• Arrive prepared, rested, and ready to succeed
👨👩👧 **Parents & Guardians:**
Please check in with your student, as **exam schedules often differ from regular school-day schedules** and may change the times students are on campus.
❓ **Questions or Need More Info?**
Contact your student’s school directly or visit the school’s website and social media pages for the most up-to-date information.
Let’s finish the semester strong—good luck to all our students! 🌟
This distinction represents one of the highest accomplishments in the teaching profession, and it reflects your serious dedication, countless hours of hard work, and deep investment in CCPS students, classrooms, and schools. 🌟
We are incredibly proud of your commitment to excellence and your passion for elevating learning across our district. Thank you for all you do for Carteret County Public Schools! 🍎👏
Note: NBCT will release a full list of CCPS educators who earned first-time or renewal status later this month, and those names will be shared here as well. Tag someone you know who got the congratulatory email on Friday!
🎶 Celebrating Excellence in the Arts! 🎶
Last night, we proudly recognized several outstanding high school students who earned the prestigious North Carolina Honors Chorus designation! 🌟 These talented singers represent the very best of CCPS, and we were thrilled to present certificates to those able to attend.
👏 Congratulations to:
🎤 Kooper Coleman, Senior – East Carteret High School
🎤 Charlie Morris, Senior – East Carteret High School
🎤 Isaac Moss, Senior – East Carteret High School
🎤 Thomas Murray, Senior – West Carteret High School
A special shout-out to their incredible choral directors—Joella Morris and Jeffrey Danielson—for guiding and inspiring these musicians. 🎼✨
🎶 Also earning Honors Chorus but not present due to their concert tonight:
🌟 Eryn Mackey, Senior – Croatan High School
🌟 Jasper Kelley, Junior – Croatan High School
🌟 Ryan Shusko, Junior – Croatan High School
🌟 Adalyn Taylor, Sophomore – Croatan High School
With thanks to their director, Ashton Humphrey! 🎵
We are so proud of these students for their dedication, talent, and hard work. 🎉 Keep shining, CCPS musicians! 💙💛
✨ Additional Recognition
Superintendent Richie Paylor also presented our Board Members with the Gold Bell Award, signifying that 100% of the Board completed 12+ hours of professional training between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025. A commendable commitment to leadership and service! 👏📘
Our teachers, principals, and support staff are proudly wearing their “I 💙 Carteret Public Schools” shirts to kick off American Education Week!
Carteret County Public Schools is ranked 3rd in the state overall academically; we are the largest employer in the county, and we help ALL students discover future opportunities.
We’ll be celebrating all week long with photos and videos highlighting why we love Carteret Public Schools.
Stay tuned for:
🎥 Video 1: CCPS is a great place to learn and grow.
🎥 Video 2: CCPS is a great place to work.
🎥 Video 3: CCPS is a great place to discover your future.
Thank you to our incredible CCPS team for the impact you make every day!
Established in 1921, this special week celebrates the power of Public Schools and the life-changing impact they have on every community.
Throughout the week, we’ll be highlighting students, teachers, and staff across Carteret County Public Schools—showcasing why CCPS is a great place to go to school, a great place to work, and a great place for every student to discover their future. 💙
👕 To kick off the week, we invite everyone to wear their “I 💙 Carteret Public Schools” t-shirt on Monday, November 17th!
This shirt was designed by our partnering nonprofit, the Carteret Education Foundation, and was shared during our recent employee support campaign. Thank you, CEF, for contributing to innovation, investment, and support of our schools since 2010!
Let’s celebrate the incredible people who make CCPS strong—Engaging, Educating and Empowering every learner from Cedar Island to Cedar Point. 💙✨
Carteret County Public Schools is committed to making sure every student has access to healthy meals each day.
🍎 Families at Beaufort County Middle (BCMS), Croatan High (CHS), and White Oak Elementary (WOES) are encouraged to complete a free or reduced-price meal application if your financial situation has changed recently.
📝 Apply here: https://linqconnect.com/public/meal-application/new
🥪 Students at all other schools — AES, BES, BMS, BSES, BAS, CPC, DEMS/SES, ECHS, HIES, MCES, MCMS, MCPS, NES, NMS, and WCHS — will continue to receive free breakfast and lunch.
If your family could use additional food support, local resources are available here:
👉 https://bit.ly/carteretfood
Together, we’re making sure every Carteret County student is supported and ready to learn. 💙
Here’s what Ms. Hughes had to say about leading at CPC:
“I love working for my school because it’s such a happy little preschool supported by an incredible team of teachers, assistants, therapists, and support staff who work daily miracles, and by the most caring, encouraging families anyone could hope for.” – Kimberly Hughes, Principal
We’d love to hear from you! 💬 Comment below and tell us what you admire about Ms. Hughes as CPC Principal and Director of Early Childhood Education! 🙌
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Here’s what Ms. Ellington had to say about leading at MCPS:
“I enjoy leading at the Sandcastle because it gives me the opportunity to prioritize students' needs and guide staff in doing the same.” – Mary Ellington, Principal
We’d love to hear from you! 💬 Comment below and tell us what you admire about Ms. Ellington as a principal! 🙌
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Here’s what Mr. Olander had to say about leading at Bridges School:
“Every day I get to lead a community of dedicated educators who inspire students to reach their fullest potential.” – Adam Olander, Principal
We’d love to hear from you! 💬 Comment below and tell us what you admire about Mr. Olander as your principal! 🙌
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Here’s what Mr. Holt had to say about leading at WCHS:
“West is the Best! Great students and families, and committed staff and community make this schoolhouse experience a strong family culture.” – Justin Holt, Principal
We’d love to hear from you! 💬 Comment below and tell us what you admire about Mr. Holt as a principal! 🙌
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Here’s what Mr. Davis had to say about leading at CHS:
“I love working at Croatan because this school represents something truly special. I’ve taught here, served as an assistant principal, and now have the privilege of leading as principal, which shows how much I believe in our mission and the Croatan Way. I’m fortunate to work alongside an incredible staff who care deeply about students, make learning meaningful, and hold them to high standards. Their dedication is a big reason why we’re one of the top schools in the state. I love the pride our students show in our traditions and the opportunities they have to excel in academics, athletics, and the arts. Every day, I’m grateful to help students discover their strengths and find their path in life.” – Chris Davis, Principal
We’d love to hear from you! 💬 Comment below and tell us what you admire about Mr. Davis as a principal! 🙌
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Here’s what Ms. Clemmons had to say about leading at BES:
“A deep sense of fulfillment comes directly from the commitment I see all around me. Our staff is dedicated, creating engaging and nurturing environments. Our students approach learning with curiosity and resilience. And our parents are vital partners in their children’s education. This collective commitment to ensuring learning is both positive and truly occurring is the heartbeat of BES. It’s what makes our community so unique, and it’s why I’m incredibly proud to serve as the Principal of BES.”
We’d love to hear from you! 💬 Comment below and tell us what you admire about Ms. Clemmons as your principal! 🙌
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