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CGWS Summer Basketball League Registration Form

Apr 70 min read

Becoming part of a village that celebrates each child, supports every family, and invests in a bright future

At Carter G. Woodson School, enrollment is the first step in joining a community that truly cares about student success. As the Recruitment and Retention Specialist, I have the joy of welcoming families, answering questions, and making sure every scholar feels excited about starting their journey with us. Enrolling early is one of the best ways for families to secure their child’s place and take full advantage of our onboarding process. Early enrollment gives families the cha

Mar 241 min read

Celebrating CGW’s Legacy and Recognition

What an incredible weekend! Carter G. Woodson School was recognized as one of the original charter schools in North Carolina. It was truly special to stand in the vision of our founder, Hazel Mack, and my predecessor, Ruth Hopkins, alongside so many who continue to pour into CGW. I was grateful to be escorted by my husband and to stand beside our Board members and staff, proudly representing the strength and spirit of CGW. And I may be a little biased, but CGW truly showed up

Mar 231 min read

Celebrating Community, Culture, and Excellence: CGWS Black History Month Celebration

Carter G. Woodson School proudly hosted its 2nd Annual Ultimate Black History Month Celebration , bringing together students, families, and community members for an evening centered on culture, connection, and excellence. The event was filled with powerful student performances, meaningful moments of reflection, and opportunities for our community to come together in celebration. From our middle school poets to musical and live performances, our students truly shined, demonstr

Feb 281 min read

Happy Black History Month!

As a teacher here at Carter G. Woodson School, I take a very particular pride in the celebration of Black History Month, as it was the creation of the namesake of our school. Manypeople have a misconception about Black History Month; that we were given the shortest month of the calendar to celebrate. When in reality, we gave ourselves, through Dr. Carter G. Woodson, Negro History Week in 1926, which expanded into Black History month in 1976. This was not just a time to learn

Feb 262 min read

From the Court to the Classroom: A Coach’s Reflection on Sports and Life

What I discovered was that sports — when grounded in purpose — are one of the most powerful tools we have to help young people grow into strong, confident, service-oriented adults.

Jan 272 min read

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 31, 20251 min read