Dear Parents,

Senior meetings are still in full swing. Seniors are applying to their colleges of choice and students are meeting with college representatives weekly. We have the college fair coming up on October 14 and all grades are encouraged to attend. Countdown to College is October 20 to 26 for our seniors.

Please feel free to email me if you have any questions.

CACRAO COLLEGE FAIR 

We are excited to host the Carolinas Association of Collegiate Registrars & Admissions Officers (CACRAO) College Fair on October 14, 2025 from 6:30-8:00 pm.

Register now and save time at the fair. You will receive a QR code you can use to share your information with colleges without filling out forms. Check out the list of colleges planning to attend.

HS TESTING

• Sophomores and juniors who signed up will take the PSAT on October 15.
• Sophomores will take the Pre-ACT on November 5.

ST. JUDE LEADERSHIP SOCIETY

Join a group of high-performing high school students who share a passion for leadership, service and community in supporting the kids of St. Jude. The SJLS program empowers high school students to:

• Develop leadership skills through guided curriculum and mentorship.
• Engage in meaningful service and fundraising.
• Build lasting connections with peers and professionals.

Applications for the 2025 cohort are now open, and they are eager to connect with LNC students who might be a great fit.

For more information and to join, go to the St. Jude Leadership Society website.

CPCC REMINDERS

Q2 classes start on October 20. Students should make sure they complete their EVA so they do not get dropped.  

1. Please make sure your student is checking in the Schoology CPCC Student Hub for updates and any to-do items that are listed. If your student is not part of the course, he/she should add it asap. Here is the code: J5FQ-PH3F-9P2DH. 
2. Each quarter, students will have a quarter check-in as well as a progress update that is mandatory for them to complete. Deadlines will be posted in the Schoology CPCC Student Hub.
3. Q1 grades from CPCC will not be added to students' LNC transcript until January. If they need to send Q1 CPCC grades to a college, they will need to send via their "mycollege" for an unofficial transcript, or if they need an official, they will need to send via national student clearinghouse. 

If you have questions, you can contact Christine Casillas at ccasillas@lncharter.org.

2025 UNC SYSTEM VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE

To aid juniors and seniors in making a decision for college, the UNC System is hosting its sixth annual Virtual Open House for prospective students, families and high school counselors to learn more about the 16 UNC System universities.

During the weeks of October 6 and 13, a series of four virtual sessions will be hosted via Zoom. Admissions counselors from each institution will share helpful information about the admissions process and current students from each university will share about their college experience and answer your questions live.

Learn more about the Virtual Open House sessions here.

All college visits will be held in the multipurpose room or Knights Nook during KnightTime and students must sign up to attend through Naviance and FlexiSched prior to attending. This list is constantly changing, so please check Naviance for additional schools and any changes to this schedule. If you or your student have any questions about signing up, please reach out to his/her counselor.

Tuesday, 10/14:

• Elon University
• Lawrence University
• Randolph College

Tuesday, 10/21:

• Stony Brook University

Wednesday, 10/22:

• Drexel University
• High Point University
• Queens University of Charlotte

Thursday, 10/23:

• Bowdoin College
• University of Nevada-Las Vegas

Wednesday, 11/5:

• Catawba College

Thursday, 11/20:

• Western Carolina University

WAKE FOREST SUMMER IMMERSION PROGRAM

Students can choose from a variety of on-campus learning opportunities that fit best with their busy summer schedules. The Summer Immersion Program is a great way to experience life on a college campus and Wake is a great place for students to discover the major or career pathway that’s right for them.

Eligibility:

• Current high school students in grades 9 through 12.
• A clean high school disciplinary record.
• A strong academic background combined with a genuine passion for learning.
• Open to students from all geographic locations. Please note that all the programs are conducted in English. Students must be fluent in English to fully participate. Applications submitted in a language other than English cannot be considered for admission to the program.

Application opens November 1.

NC GOVERNOR’S SCHOOL FOR SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS

The North Carolina Governor’s School is a four-week summer residential program where learning, creativity, and friendships come alive on a college campus.

What Students Will Experience

• Engaging Classes – Explore new concepts without grades or tests.
• Connections – Meet amazing friends from across the state.
• Opportunities – Participate in performances, presentations, and campus-wide activities.
• Focused Learning – Dive into their subject area of interest and discuss new ideas.
• Variety – Join exciting electives, workshops, and seminars.
• Experience – Enjoy an immersive academic and social environment.

Areas of Potential Nomination

• Academic Disciplines
• English
• Mathematics
• Natural Science
• Social Science
• Spanish
• Arts Disciplines
• Choral Music
• Dance
• Instrumental Music
• Theater
• Visual Art

Eligibility Requirements

Be enrolled in Grade 11 at the time of nomination. Exceptions are made to allow for students in Grades 10 and 11 to be nominated in Dance, Choral Music, and Instrumental Music. 

Students must also meet one of the requirements below. 

• Students applying in Spanish must have completed at least three high school Spanish courses prior to attending GS or be a fluent or native Spanish speaker.
• Cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.25+.
• Cumulative weighted GPA of 3.5+.
• 4+ on an NC End-of-Course exam.
• 3+ on an AP exam.
• 19+ on Pre-ACT/ACT or 1010+ on PSAT/SAT
• 90th percentile or higher on an aptitude assessment (composite or subtest) 

For more information, visit their website or email Ms. Tatman at atatman@lncharter.org.

NORTH CAROLINA SCHOOL OF MATH AND SCIENCE SUMMER VENTURES PROGRAM

FOR SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS

Summer Ventures in Science and Mathematics is a no-cost, state-funded program for academically talented North Carolina sophomores and juniors who aspire to careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. They will have the opportunity to engage in research with faculty and get hands-on experience at a university. 

This program is open to North Carolina students in their second or third year of high school (10th or 11th grades.) Student applications open October 15 via CFNC.org and close January 5. For more information, go to the NCSSM Summer Ventures website.