Vibrant colors have overtaken the trees and skies of western North Carolina and as you can see above, the NCSSM-Morganton site is no exception! Our campus landscape will soon evolve to include fences around existing structures as we initiate demolition and abatement activity prior to the end of the calendar year. As we begin preparations for early construction work, we are simultaneously kicking off a campaign to raise the remaining funds required to complete construction of our campus master plan. And as if that wasn't enough, we are continuing to host data science events across the state and preparing to launch two additional steering teams before year-end.
I am also very excited to release the
fifth episode
of our Road to Morganton short documentary series. Please set aside a few minutes to view this action-packed episode and you'll have the opportunity to hear from a diverse and distinguished group which includes the Speaker of the NC House of Representatives, regional executives from business and higher education, NCSSM leaders, and even Tinker Bell!
While this is the final regularly scheduled newsletter before the calendar turns to 2019, I will be back in touch to share two special messages during the holiday season. Until then, I hope you enjoy the colors across western North Carolina!
Best wishes,
Kevin Baxter
Director of Western Campus Planning
kevin.baxter@ncssm.edu
828.448.3540 (o)
301.520.0930 (m)
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School Kicks Off 'Barn Raising' Capital Campaign
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The North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics announced the kickoff of its NCSSM-Morganton Barn Raising Campaign, aiming to raise $3 million in private donations from regional stakeholders that will support the construction of its new campus including the renovation of a historic cattle barn on the site — a key landmark of the new campus slated to open in 2021.
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NCSSM Discusses Western N.C. Expansion at Events in Charlotte and Shelby
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North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) hosted events on September 19 and 20 in Charlotte and Shelby to engage regional leaders in business, education, and economic development in a dialogue about NCSSM's expansion to western North Carolina.
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NCSSM Launches 5th Episode in ‘The Road to Morganton’ Series
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We are excited to launch the fifth episode of "The Road to Morganton" short documentary series. This episode features regional data science activities, the launch of our 'Barn Raising' campaign, and seasonal activities in Burke County. The episode is generously sponsored by our friends at the newly renovated
Hampton Inn Morganton
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NCSSM Data Science Series Visits Asheville
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NCSSM engaged with more than 50 stakeholders and partners at
the Collider
in Asheville on the evening of November 6. The program highlighted opportunities to explore the intersections between climate science and data science while also discussing strategies for cultivating the talent pipeline throughout our state. We were excited to share a program featuring remarks from Jeff Hicks '03, Jenny Dissen '95, Lou Bissette, Lee Ball, Megan Robinson, NCSSM Chancellor Todd Roberts, Brock Winslow '86, and Kevin Baxter.
Note: Video from the event will be posted later this week to our
YouTube Channel
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NCSSM Snapshot:
Admissions Department
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Each year,
NCSSM Admissions
staff travels across the state of North Carolina covering all 100 counties to promote NCSSM’s amazing residential, virtual, and summer programs. It’s also a very exciting time to introduce communities across the state to the campus under development in Morganton and slated to open in fall 2021.
In addition to traveling, Admissions staff is preparing the application process for the Class of 2021, which opened on October 15 and will close on January 15, 2019 at 11:59 p.m. For the first time in the institution's history, applicants will have the option of satisfying the standardized testing portion of the application with their ACT scores or SAT scores. Also, with the increase of STEM courses being offered in high schools, only three evaluations will be required: English teacher, STEM teacher and sophomore counselor.
Admissions is also delighted to host two Open House events each fall. This is an excellent opportunity for prospective students and parents to convene on our Durham campus to gain valuable information about the application process, learn about various departments (Humanities, Mathematics, Science, and Engineering/Computer Science), and engage in a campus tour.
Another important event that takes place on our campus each year is the Middle School Open House (Saturday, February 2, 2019), which exposes young scholars to our campus. This event is followed by the annual NCSSM Powwow which serves as an opportunity to promote diversity across our institution. American-Indian Tribes come from across our state to pay homage to their rich and vibrant heritage. If you have never attended a Powwow, please consider joining us for this festive event on the afternoon of February 2, 2019.
Finally, NCSSM Admissions is traveling to the Unifour Region and will be hosting an evening information session about the school for any interested students, parents, or educators. Please plan to join us at Leviton Auditorium inside of Moore Hall at Western Piedmont Community College on Tuesday, December 11 at 6:00 p.m. No advance registration required.
- For more information about our events on campus, please visit this link.
- For more information about the Admissions process, please visit this link.
- To schedule a personal tour of campus, please complete the Tour Request Form.
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Western Campus Planning Office
1001 Burkemont Avenue | 260 Moore Hall
Morganton, NC 28655
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