Cumberland County Schools (CCS) is proud to offer its Choice Programs, a unique initiative designed to provide tailored educational opportunities that cater to the diverse interests and goals of students across the district. Whether your child is interested in STEM, the arts, language immersion, or Career and Technical Education, our Choice Programs are designed to inspire every student.
Choice Programs allow students to explore areas of personal interest while acquiring valuable skills for their future. This means that regardless of a student’s passion, be it engineering, culinary arts, or performing on stage, CCS has a program to support their growth. CCS recognizes that every student has unique strengths, and through the Choice Programs, students can thrive in environments that best suit their learning styles and career ambitions.
The application period for the 2025-2026 school year begins on Monday, Nov. 18, and will remain open until Friday, Jan. 3, 2025. This window gives families time to explore the various offerings, identify the best-fit program for their student, and submit their applications. During this period, we encourage families to consider the variety of programs available and discuss how these options can shape their child’s educational journey.
To help families navigate these unique opportunities, CCS will host its annual Choice Fair on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. until noon, at E.E. Smith High School, located at 1800 Seabrook Road in Fayetteville. The event offers a great opportunity for both students and parents to connect with representatives from various Choice Programs, ask questions, and learn about the unique offerings at each school. It serves as an important first step in discovering a program that suits your student's interests, helping families make well-informed decisions with firsthand insights.
The Choice Fair will feature interactive displays, program overviews, and plenty of opportunities for attendees to learn about curriculum specifics, extracurricular activities, and potential career pathways. Whether your student is interested in hands-on learning through a career and technical education program or looking to hone their language skills in an immersion setting, you’ll find information and inspiration at the Choice Fair.
At CCS, we are committed to fostering an environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed. The Choice Programs exemplify this commitment by providing a range of options that encourage exploration, creativity and achievement. Our goal is to ensure that all students find a path that aligns with their unique interests, talents and aspirations, empowering them to reach their full potential and thrive both academically and personally.
Join us in exploring the endless possibilities the Choice program offers. With options to suit every interest and every student, CCS is here to support your child’s educational journey and help them build a bright future.
For more information on our Choice Programs, visit www.choice.ccs.k12.nc.us.

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