Blog | Carter G. Woodson

A Word From Hazel Mack, Founding Board Member

Carter G Woodson is about COMMUNITY -US-ism “No one person exists outside of environment – nor, with rare exception, outside of community. …People live in relation to those in their communities. There exists a rooted "us-ism" in communal living.” By Dr. Johnnie Larrie | Community Stewardship | legacybridgenc.org On one Saturday morning in 1996, at the East Winston Library, members of the East Winston community came together to discuss starting a charter school. Th

Dec 19, 20252 min read

Learning Beyond the Classroom: Ms. Gaither’s Entrepreneurship Class in 2025

In 2025, Ms. Gaither’s Entrepreneurship class offered students dynamic, real-world learning experiences through impactful field trips and engaging guest speakers. These opportunities allowed students to explore entrepreneurship across industries while learning how leadership, service, and innovation shape successful careers. Community Leaders and Entrepreneurs in the Classroom Throughout the year, students welcomed a diverse group of professionals who shared their personal jo

Dec 18, 20252 min read

A Word From Our Executive Director

As we approach the last month of the year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the many ways our Carter G. Woodson School community continues to thrive. We cannot do this without each and every one of you.

Nov 25, 20252 min read

High School Parent Teacher Conference Signup 11/10/25

Questions Email: arattley@cgws.org Sign up for specific time slots for Monday, November 10th For High School Parent Teacher Conferences with High School Staff.

Oct 30, 20251 min read