West Carteret High

Carteret Community College will be hosting an Information Session on High School to College pathways next month.

📍 West Carteret High School Media Center
📅 Tuesday, October 7th
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM

CCC reps will be there to guide you through: Dual Enrollment opportunities, Regular College Admissions, Answers to all your questions about next steps after high school.

Please see the flyer below for details. We hope to see you there! 💙❤️
#WeAreWest #westcartereths #PatriotPride

6 days ago, Tiffany Mayo

Attention Patriot Parents! September is our annual registration renewal month for the Parent Portal.

When you log in this month, you’ll be prompted to complete your renewal/update before accessing anything else. This only takes about 5–6 minutes to complete!

Accesss the portal here: https://bit.ly/ccpsparentportal

Need help setting up your account? Watch this quick guide: https://bit.ly/ccpsparentportalactivation

Thank you for helping us keep your student’s information up to date and supporting a smooth school year! 💙❤️ #WeAreWest #westcartereths

6 days ago, Tiffany Mayo

Homeroom Reminder – Tuesday, September 9

Patriots, all students are required to attend homeroom on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025. A state-mandated lesson will be given during this time. Students who are absent from homeroom will be required to complete the lesson after school.

We’ll also hold Club Rush during homeroom! Clubs and activities at WCHS will have booths for freshmen and sophomores to sign up! This is your chance to explore the many clubs and activities at West Carteret. From football games to student organizations, we encourage everyone to get involved and build connections.

Let’s continue to grow our Patriot family and make the most of every opportunity this year! ❤️💙#WestCarteretHS #PatriotPride #GetInvolved

11 days ago, Tiffany Mayo

All current, former, and retired WCHS faculty & staff are welcome to join us for the 4th annual “We Are West” Luncheon at West Carteret High School!

🗓 Date: Monday, October 13, 2025
🕧 Socialize: 12:30 PM
🍽 Lunch: 1:00 PM
📍 WCHS Library

This is a potluck luncheon. Please bring a dish to share! Let’s come together to celebrate our Patriot family, reconnect with old friends, and make new memories. Help us spread the word to former colleagues...we can’t wait to see everyone! ❤️💙

#WeAreWest #PatriotFamily #WestCarteretHS

12 days ago, Tiffany Mayo

The West Carteret Community Partnership is a group of parents, students, and faculty dedicated to supporting student success and teacher innovation at WCHS. From recognizing academic achievement and providing classroom resources to funding field trips and club programs, we work to enhance opportunities for every Patriot.

Join us for our first meeting of the year!
📅 Monday, October 6
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 WCHS Library

All parents, guardians, alumni, and community members are welcome! Come learn more about how we recognize students, support teachers, and strengthen academics at West Carteret, and how you can get involved.

Ways you can help:
✔️ Attend meetings (we support programs and also have speakers telling you more about academics at WCHS!)
✔️ Volunteer to help or lead the organization
✔️ Become a sponsor – Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude, or Summa Cum Laude levels available. Donate to support academic programs (tax-deductible through the CCPS Foundation)

Together, we can continue building a strong Patriot family and celebrate academic success at WCHS! #WestCarteretHS #PatriotPride #AcademicSuccess #CommunityStrong

12 days ago, Tiffany Mayo

📣West Carteret Mini Cheer Clinic! 📣 Calling all future Patriots! Join our West Carteret cheerleaders for an exciting afternoon of cheers, jumps, and stunts. Date: Wednesday, September 17, 2025 Time: 4:00–7:00 PM Location: WCHS Gym – 4700 Country Club Rd Cost: $40 (includes a t-shirt + bow!) Participants will perform with our cheerleaders at the Friday Night Game (9/19) as the Patriots take on the Dixon Bulldogs! 👉 Sign up here: bit.ly/minipats25 Don’t miss this exciting experience for our littlest fans. Go Patriots!l❤️🤍💙 #westcartereths

15 days ago, Tiffany Mayo

🎓 Jostens Visits This Week! 🎓

Jostens stopped by during homeroom to meet with our Juniors and Seniors! They shared helpful tips about making the most of these important years and gave students information on how to order class rings and caps & gowns.

Be sure to place your orders by September 11!

You can scan the QR code below or visit the link directly here: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1051516/West-Carteret-High-School/

Let’s stay on top of deadlines, Patriots! ❤️🤍💙

22 days ago, Tiffany Mayo

🚌 Bus Update 🚌 Attention riders of Bus 253: Due to maintenance, Bus 253 riders will ride Bus 196 until further notice. Same times, just a different bus! Thank you for your patience, and make sure you're following the communication for your bus get on Remind ASAP! Check our previous post for that information. #westcartereths #lovethebus

24 days ago, Tiffany Mayo

Students who still need to adjust their schedule can drop/add for the first FIVE days of school for course changes and TEN days of school for level changes.

If you need a change, please use the form link: https://forms.gle/5wCvNFgmoF8wTZ3p7 Students should complete the form once with ALL requests included.

Schedule changes will only be considered for the following reasons:
1️⃣ You have already taken the class and earned credit
2️⃣ You would like to choose a different elective
3️⃣ You would like to move up or down a level (Standard ↔ Honors)
4️⃣ You have a hole in your schedule (an empty period that needs to be filled)

Hope that you all had a great start to the year, and we want to set you up for success! #westcartereths

24 days ago, Tiffany Mayo

Spirit Day - Friday, August 29 - Patriots, get ready to show your school spirit in a BIG way! 🎣During school Friday: Wear your tackiest Mariner gear for our long-time tradition leading up to the Mullet Bucket! 📣 Pep Rally: We’ll gather Friday to cheer on our Fighting Patriots and get hyped up by Coach Barrow and our team before the big game! 🏈 Friday Night: Come decked out in your red, white, and blue to support our Patriots as they take on the Mariners in our first home game of the season, where we will KEEP the Mullet Bucket! We can’t wait to see our students, staff, and community coming together to make this tradition unforgettable. Let’s pack the stands and cheer on our Patriots! Go Patriots! ❤️🤍💙

26 days ago, Tiffany Mayo

Welcome Back, Patriot Families! The first day of school is Monday and we want every Patriot to feel prepared for a great year ahead! Principal Holt has shared a Welcome Back Community Message with important information for families. Read it here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zWSHEFA10rQZ4rqvP740vZ0Mva3yJvLmKTe626xfpy0/edit?usp=drivesdk Please take a few minutes to look over the details so you and your student are ready for Day One. We can’t wait to see all our Patriots back on campus Monday morning! ❤️🤍💙 #PatriotPride #WCHSPatriots

27 days ago, Tiffany Mayo

📱💻 Chromebook Pick-Up Information 💻📱

On Monday 8/25, you’ll receive a new Technology User Agreement in homeroom.

✔️ On Tuesday, bring: your completed technology agreement (make sure your name and student IDare written clearly!) and your $15 technology fee

📌 You cannot receive a Chromebook without both of these items completed.

Important Notes:
* If you did not return your Chromebook or charger last year, or had intentional damage (including middle school charges), you’ll receive a fee slip in addition to the $15 fee.
* Both boxes on the technology user agreement must be checked for Chromebook access and take-home privileges in order to check out a device.
* Chromebooks are required for high school classes.
* Payment can be made on School Cash Online (preferred) or by bringing cash/check to your homeroom teacher.

Be ready for a successful start this year, Patriots! #westcartereths #chromebooks #studentsuccess

28 days ago, Tiffany Mayo

Good News, Patriots!

West Carteret High School is part of the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program again this year. That means all students can eat breakfast and lunch at school for FREE with no applications, no fees.

Breakfast + Lunch = Free for ALL students at WCHS in 2025-2026!

Help us spread the word and encourage every Patriot to take advantage of this great program. Fuel your body, fuel your mind!

#PatriotPride #FreeMealsForAll #WCHSPatriots

28 days ago, Tiffany Mayo

🎨 Senior Parking Spot Painting 🎉 Our seniors have been having a blast personalizing their designated parking spots today! Tomorrow is the last day to paint, so don’t miss out. ✅ Pay for your parking pass and get your parking pass sticker from the office. ✅ Bring $15 cash or check to Mrs. Mayo or Mr. Mcginn to get assigned a space ✅ Finish your painting before 3pm Friday 8/21 Reminder: You cannot paint over the weekend. Tomorrow is the deadline for all painting to be completed. Let’s make the senior lanes shine, Patriots! #WCPatriots #SeniorParking #Classof2026

29 days ago, Tiffany Mayo

🚌 West Carteret Bus Riders – Stay Connected Make sure you are signed up for your Bus Remind to receive updates about routes, delays, and changes. Text the following code to 81010: • Bus 235 → @2526wc235 • Bus 237 → @2526wc237 • Bus 253 → @2526wc253 • Bus 254 → @2526wc254 • Bus 259 → @2526wc2599 • Bus 260 → @2526wc260 • Bus 278 → @2526wc278 • Bus 280 → @2526wc280 Bus Information • New Riders: You should have completed a transportation form at Open House. If not, please stop by the school to complete one as soon as possible. • Returning Riders: Routes are being updated today and we will contact you with pick-up times once finalized. Stay connected by signing up for your Bus Remind today. #WCPatriots #BusInfo #StayConnected

29 days ago, Tiffany Mayo

Hello, Patriot Families! This is your Principal, Justin Holt, with a few important reminders about our upcoming Open House this Wednesday, August 20th.

Grades 10–12:
Students may visit their scheduled classes and meet teachers in a floating format from 2:00–4:00 PM. During this time, they can also access information on Transportation, Technology, and Booster Clubs.

Grade 9 (Rising Freshmen):
We have a more detailed plan to welcome our incoming 9th graders:

5:00–5:40 PM: Students may visit classrooms and meet their teachers, also in a floating format.

@5:45 PM: Families will gather in the Auditorium for a brief welcome from school administration and student leaders.

Following this Welcome: Students will participate in a fun and engaging “Amazing Race” to explore the school and connect with peers. There will be recognition to the teams that excel together!

@6:30–7:30 PM: Students will enjoy a pizza social in the Cafeteria. We also look forward to providing tshirts to all our new Patriots.

While students compete in the “Amazing Race,” I’ll share a few remarks and answer any questions with parents. From 6:15 PM onward, parents can also visit stations for Transportation, Infinite Campus access, and Athletic/Academic Booster information. We will encourage signing up for School Cash Online to pay for student fees.

We look forward to welcoming our new Patriots and seeing all of our returning students at Open House!

Sincerely, J. Holt