Credit by Demonstrated Mastery (CDM) is the process by which a student may earn credit for a high school course by demonstrating a deep understanding of course content, without course enrollment or seat time. 

The CDM process requires students to complete a two-phase assessment and meet the expected targets in order to demonstrate mastery of the course content. 

• Phase 1: A standard examination -- which shall be the EOC where applicable -- a locally developed assessment, or other district approved assessments.
• Phase 2: An artifact, portfolio, or assessment which requires the student to apply knowledge and skills relevant to the content standards.

To apply to participate in the CDM process, complete the CDM Application and Agreement. Applications must be submitted to your school-based CDM Coordinator, Tracy Taylor at ttaylor5@wcpss.net.

Application Window: September 22nd through October 14th

Phase 1 Testing Window: December 15th - 19th

View more details HERE.

Ideas for Community Engagement Hours

CFNC Scholarship Webinar: Find and Applying for the Right Scholarships

• Date: September 9th
• Time: 6:00 to 7:00 pm
• Register at www.CFNC.org /events

5th Annual Youth Food Security Summit

Event Overview

• When: Saturday, September 13, 2025 | 10 AM–4 PM

• Where: John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27601

• Who: Students ages 13–18

• Cost: Free (includes lunch)

• Registration: go.ncsu.edu/yfss

The Youth Food Security Summit (YFSS), sponsored by Wake County Cooperative Extension and partners, aims to educate and empower young leaders on the critical issue of food insecurity. We have collaborated with county-wide nonprofit organizations, local farms and gardens, and community-minded businesses to prepare a full day of engaging experiences. Students will hear from a keynote speaker from the Carolina Hunger Initiative, join interactive workshops to build real-world skills in areas like community service, marketing, nutrition, and gardening, and take part in a hands-on service project that directly supports local food security efforts in Raleigh.

Student participants will earn 2 service hours, while gaining a deeper understanding of food access challenges and ways they can make a difference in their own communities.

We believe this summit will be a valuable, hands-on learning experience for your students at [School], and we encourage them to join us in exploring ways to plant, grow, and lead change in their communities. A flyer for the summit is attached, and we would greatly appreciate your help in sharing it along with the information above. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me or our event coordinator, Ayziah Simmons, at ayziah.simmons@wake.gov.

2025 NC Youth Food Security Summit Flyer.pdf  

Thank you for your support in helping us reach and inspire the next generation of leaders working to end hunger.

Service Academy Information Day Sept. 13

Senator Thom Tillis and Congressman Brad Knott are hosting a Service Academy Information Day Sept. 13 to learn about the application and nomination process. Representatives from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and the other federal service academies will be there to answer questions. 

flyer 

All students at these institutions of higher education receive full tuition, room and board, and books at no cost.  Four of the five academies - U.S. Naval Academy (USNA), U.S. Military Academy (USMA), U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA), and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) - require applicants to apply for and receive a congressional nomination from either a U.S. Representative or a U.S. Senator.

High school and middle school students interested in attending a service academy are encouraged to attend. Congressional staff will be present to explain the nomination process. Family members, counselors, and educators are welcome. The details are as follows:

Sept. 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM

North Carolina National Guard Joint Force Headquarters

Raleigh, NC

Students are encouraged to visit usmma.edu/admissions to learn more about the Academy. The USMMA’s digital viewbook highlights Midshipman life, sports, sailing, academic programs and majors, the unique year at sea training, and more.

If you have any questions or would like to set up a Zoom session to learn more about USMMA, Please contact our Director of Admissions CDR Mike Bedryk, USMS.

Sincerely,

Marilyn Livi '82

Senior Vice-President

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Alumni Association and Foundation, Inc.

NACAC (National Association for College Admission Counseling) 

• Date: Sunday, September 14th from 1 to 6 pm EST

• Location: Virtual 

• Scan QR code to register

WCPSS College Fair

• Date: Sunday, September 21st from 2:00 to 4:30 pm

• Location : NC State University - McKimmon Center

• Scan QR code to register

Over 100 colleges will attend!  

There will also be information sessions on:

• Financial Aid (2:45 and 3:45 p.m.)

• Preparing for College (2:30 and 3:30 p.m.)

Admission and Parking are Free.

Please Note: College Bags are not provided this year. Students should bring their own bag to carry their acquired college brochures and materials.