📢 Ceremony Etiquette & Graduation Expectations
Remain seated during the entire ceremony.
No shouting, signs, balloons, or noise makers. NO ITEMS WILL BE ALLOWED INTO THE GYM. This includes flowers, balloons, strollers, car seats, or stadium/bleacher seats,
These guidelines help keep the ceremony respectful, safe, and on schedule.
Thank you for your attention to these matters!
#westcartereths #classof2026
Remain seated during the entire ceremony.
No shouting, signs, balloons, or noise makers. NO ITEMS WILL BE ALLOWED INTO THE GYM. This includes flowers, balloons, strollers, car seats, or stadium/bleacher seats,
These guidelines help keep the ceremony respectful, safe, and on schedule.
Thank you for your attention to these matters!
#westcartereths #classof2026
Watch WCHS Graduation Live
📺 Graduation will be streamed on the NFHS Network.
Follow instructions to create a free account and access the stream.
📡 Backup Streaming Option
If technical issues occur, WCHS will stream via Facebook Live.
Follow @westcartereths for updates.
#westcartereths #classof2026
📺 Graduation will be streamed on the NFHS Network.
Follow instructions to create a free account and access the stream.
📡 Backup Streaming Option
If technical issues occur, WCHS will stream via Facebook Live.
Follow @westcartereths for updates.
#westcartereths #classof2026
📢 Attention Class of 2026! 📢
Before graduation, take time to save any files, photos, projects, or documents you want to keep from your WCHS Google account.
After graduation, student accounts will be disabled, and anything left in your account will no longer be accessible.
CCPS has created a Graduation Data Migration Guide to walk you through the process step-by-step.
🔗 Check your student email or use the guide here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XMxH145yABrMEzmcvtpZSaV4ME39WN4OglPZa20ta08/copy
Don't wait until the last minute. Start backing up your files now! 💙🤍❤️
#WestCarteretHS #ClassOf2026 #PatriotPride #GraduationPrep
Before graduation, take time to save any files, photos, projects, or documents you want to keep from your WCHS Google account.
After graduation, student accounts will be disabled, and anything left in your account will no longer be accessible.
CCPS has created a Graduation Data Migration Guide to walk you through the process step-by-step.
🔗 Check your student email or use the guide here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XMxH145yABrMEzmcvtpZSaV4ME39WN4OglPZa20ta08/copy
Don't wait until the last minute. Start backing up your files now! 💙🤍❤️
#WestCarteretHS #ClassOf2026 #PatriotPride #GraduationPrep
📢 Graduation practice is mandatory! Do not schedule conflicts during these times.
Thursday, June 4 from 12–2 pm
Friday, June 5 from 9–11 am
Students receive tickets and cords at practice.
We also suggest wearing a sweatshirt - the gym can be cold
Thursday, June 4 from 12–2 pm
Friday, June 5 from 9–11 am
Students receive tickets and cords at practice.
We also suggest wearing a sweatshirt - the gym can be cold
📸 Order Graduation Photos
See your senior letter or email for ordering information.
Coastal Image Photography will capture the event.
#westcartereths #classof2026
See your senior letter or email for ordering information.
Coastal Image Photography will capture the event.
#westcartereths #classof2026
🚗 Graduation Parking
ALL CARS: enter through the student lot at the West Gate at Vashti Drive.
Carpooling is strongly encouraged.
♿ Accessibility Information
Students may request handicap seating accommodations for guests after practice on Friday. These seats will be labeled for the guest - no additional handicapped seating will be available unless scheduled by your senior.
Handicapped parking passes (if needed) and seating exchanges will be handled after practice on Friday.
#westcartereths #classof2026
ALL CARS: enter through the student lot at the West Gate at Vashti Drive.
Carpooling is strongly encouraged.
♿ Accessibility Information
Students may request handicap seating accommodations for guests after practice on Friday. These seats will be labeled for the guest - no additional handicapped seating will be available unless scheduled by your senior.
Handicapped parking passes (if needed) and seating exchanges will be handled after practice on Friday.
#westcartereths #classof2026
🏈 Juniors vs. Seniors Powderpuff Game is TOMORROW!
We will be on the activity schedule for tomorrow. Take note if you have classes off campus.
Get ready for a fun afternoon of competition and school spirit during the activity schedule. Come out and cheer on your classmates as the juniors take on the seniors!
🎟 Don’t forget your $2 if you want to attend. Bring exact change to your teacher.
Let’s pack the stands, Patriots!
We will be on the activity schedule for tomorrow. Take note if you have classes off campus.
Get ready for a fun afternoon of competition and school spirit during the activity schedule. Come out and cheer on your classmates as the juniors take on the seniors!
🎟 Don’t forget your $2 if you want to attend. Bring exact change to your teacher.
Let’s pack the stands, Patriots!
Exams begin in ONE WEEK, Patriots!
Please make sure you are checking the official exam schedule and preparing now. Students should have received a personalized exam schedule by email today.
If you do not see your schedule:
• Look for an email from Jennifer.Lavelle@carteretk12.org
• Check your SPAM folder
• Check your trash folder
• Make sure you are looking in your school email account
Your personalized schedule will show your testing locations and times, so it is very important to review it carefully. Some schedules (for Teacher Made Exams) advise you to talk to your teacher about exemptions and the nature of the exam. Students CAN NOT be exempt from state mandated tests.
Let’s finish the semester strong, Patriots.
Please make sure you are checking the official exam schedule and preparing now. Students should have received a personalized exam schedule by email today.
If you do not see your schedule:
• Look for an email from Jennifer.Lavelle@carteretk12.org
• Check your SPAM folder
• Check your trash folder
• Make sure you are looking in your school email account
Your personalized schedule will show your testing locations and times, so it is very important to review it carefully. Some schedules (for Teacher Made Exams) advise you to talk to your teacher about exemptions and the nature of the exam. Students CAN NOT be exempt from state mandated tests.
Let’s finish the semester strong, Patriots.
Graduation Tickets: Each senior receives 5 tickets at graduation practice.
All attendees must have a ticket regardless of age. Babies and toddlers DO COUNT because of occupancy requirements.
No extra tickets are available.
Additional guests can watch via livestream on the NFHS network.
#westcartereths #classof2026
All attendees must have a ticket regardless of age. Babies and toddlers DO COUNT because of occupancy requirements.
No extra tickets are available.
Additional guests can watch via livestream on the NFHS network.
#westcartereths #classof2026
At 6:00 pm Thursday night, our softball team takes on game 2 of the series. Athletic Boosters is sponsoring all students to attend for FREE. Let's show our support Patriot Nation!
WCHS Semester 2 Exams Begins Friday, May 29! Please take time now to review the exam schedule carefully and prepare ahead.
Students will receive a personalized exam schedule by email for all state-mandated exams. Be sure to check your email so you know exactly when and where to report. Students may not be exempt from any state-mandated test (English 2, Math 1, Math 3, Biology, and some CTE exams).
For teacher-made exams, you will report on the day set for that period. Talk to your teacher about their exam specifics and whether you are exempt or not.
⚠️ Important Reminders:
• Exams begin Friday, May 29
• Students should check with teachers NOW regarding any absences exam specifics
• Review the student handbook for exam exemption policies and expectations
• Students riding buses who are not testing in the AM or PM will wait in the cafeteria until dismissal
• Phones are NOT allowed in the cafeteria during exam waiting periods
• Students should bring something to read or work on if waiting between exams
💻 Technology Reminder:
• Students must bring BOTH their CHARGED Chromebook and charger to ALL exams (we will not have loaners for you)
• Chromebooks and chargers must be returned after students finish all of their exams. Students unable to return chargers should be prepared to pay for replacements.
We encourage all students to get plenty of rest, arrive on time, and finish the semester strong. Good luck, Patriots! #WCHSPatriots #FinishStrong #EOCExams #PatriotPride #WestCarteretHS
Students will receive a personalized exam schedule by email for all state-mandated exams. Be sure to check your email so you know exactly when and where to report. Students may not be exempt from any state-mandated test (English 2, Math 1, Math 3, Biology, and some CTE exams).
For teacher-made exams, you will report on the day set for that period. Talk to your teacher about their exam specifics and whether you are exempt or not.
⚠️ Important Reminders:
• Exams begin Friday, May 29
• Students should check with teachers NOW regarding any absences exam specifics
• Review the student handbook for exam exemption policies and expectations
• Students riding buses who are not testing in the AM or PM will wait in the cafeteria until dismissal
• Phones are NOT allowed in the cafeteria during exam waiting periods
• Students should bring something to read or work on if waiting between exams
💻 Technology Reminder:
• Students must bring BOTH their CHARGED Chromebook and charger to ALL exams (we will not have loaners for you)
• Chromebooks and chargers must be returned after students finish all of their exams. Students unable to return chargers should be prepared to pay for replacements.
We encourage all students to get plenty of rest, arrive on time, and finish the semester strong. Good luck, Patriots! #WCHSPatriots #FinishStrong #EOCExams #PatriotPride #WestCarteretHS
👔 Seniors: Graduation Attire 🎓
Business attire is required under gowns.
No casual shoes, shorts, or flip flops.
Caps must remain undecorated.
Only approved cords and stoles may be worn.
Business attire is required under gowns.
No casual shoes, shorts, or flip flops.
Caps must remain undecorated.
Only approved cords and stoles may be worn.
📋 Seniors — ALL items must be completed before receiving your diploma! Check your email for links and complete the following:
Order yearbook and senior ads
Pay fees using School Cash Online
Complete the senior survey
Return Chromebooks and materials
Turn in uniforms
Stay on top of deadlines.
#Classof2026 #westcartereths
Order yearbook and senior ads
Pay fees using School Cash Online
Complete the senior survey
Return Chromebooks and materials
Turn in uniforms
Stay on top of deadlines.
#Classof2026 #westcartereths
🎓 Graduation Walks will be held Tuesday, June 2
Students will visit Newport Elementary and Morehead City Primary in cap and gown.
Bus leaves WCHS at 1:00 pm. We will visit NES at 1:30 and MCPS at 2:15.
If you attended another school, please check in with them regarding the times and dates of their walks (Tiller, Gramercy, St. Egbert's). For these schools, you will need to check out in the front office to leave campus.
Students will visit Newport Elementary and Morehead City Primary in cap and gown.
Bus leaves WCHS at 1:00 pm. We will visit NES at 1:30 and MCPS at 2:15.
If you attended another school, please check in with them regarding the times and dates of their walks (Tiller, Gramercy, St. Egbert's). For these schools, you will need to check out in the front office to leave campus.
🎉 Senior Week is May 22–28
Highlights include:
Senior dress-up days
Senior breakfast and Powderpuff
Senior Bike Ride
Senior Sunset
A great way to celebrate your final days at WCHS.
Highlights include:
Senior dress-up days
Senior breakfast and Powderpuff
Senior Bike Ride
Senior Sunset
A great way to celebrate your final days at WCHS.
🎓 WCHS Class of 2026 Graduation Handbook
Patriots and families: please review this important Graduation Handbook. It includes key information about senior week, graduation expectations, tickets, parking, attire, streaming, and more.
This information has been sent to students via email and also mailed home as a letter.
Please take time to read through all slides carefully so you are prepared for this important milestone.
📩 Questions?
Contact:
amanda.edwards@carteretk12.org
tiffany.mayo@carteretk12.org
Patriots and families: please review this important Graduation Handbook. It includes key information about senior week, graduation expectations, tickets, parking, attire, streaming, and more.
This information has been sent to students via email and also mailed home as a letter.
Please take time to read through all slides carefully so you are prepared for this important milestone.
📩 Questions?
Contact:
amanda.edwards@carteretk12.org
tiffany.mayo@carteretk12.org
Wrapping up teacher appreciation week! Thank you so much to MCKRE for the amazing breakfast and REMAX for our fav Chick-fil-A lunch! A huge thank you to all the parents, the admin team, local businesses, and office staff for setting up, super cool prizes from the "Prize Cart" (shoutout Ms. Harrison), keeping us fed, and mainly for recognizing all teachers do. WCHS faculty and staff loves our kids and our school!
All the comments from kids were emailed to staff today. Great job to @wchs.sga Press Secretary Izzy Howard and the Faculty Relations Committee for making these recognitions possible.
Thank you so much to the Sports Center for breakfast and the Community Partnership Academic Boosters for sponsoring our FFA and Culinary students pig pickin' for lunch. We appreciate all that you do for us!
Also, we photos for today's student shout outs!
Interested in Running Cross Country? There’s an interest meeting for all current and returning WCHS students (men & women) who want to be part of the XC team next season!
📅 Tuesday, May 12
🕝 2:45 PM
📍 Room 712 – Mayo’s Room
Middle school students: we will see you soon at your school’s! Email shelton.mayo@carteretk12.org or cal.sligh@carteretk12.org for more information.
#PatriotXC #WCHS #RunWithUs #CrossCountry2026
📸 @turtledigitalphotography
We’re proud of our Quiz Bowl team for their hard work and determination in last week’s matches against East Carteret and Croatan! The team showed strong effort all around.
Keep up the great work, Patriots! We’re excited to see what you do next!
#WCPatriots #QuizBowl #Teamwork
