Senior Academy Announcements
January 30, 2026
Good Morning Senior Academy.
TODAY LUNCH - Because of the lingering ice, the outside area around the HS building will be closed during lunch. All students staying on campus will need to make plans today to eat lunch in the Commons Area or Eagle Hall.
January Character Trait of the Month: Perseverance
This month, we’re focusing on perseverance—continuing to work hard, staying committed, and not giving up even when things are challenging. If you know a peer who demonstrates perseverance, scan one of the purple QR codes around school to nominate them today!
HS WEEKLY EVENTS:
Friday, Jan. 30th
11:30am - 12:00pm - HS Book Club Meeting - J. Massey’s room
SPORTS
6:00pm - Women’s Varsity Basketball @ Raleigh Charter - TBA
7:30pm - Men’s Varsity Basketball @ Raleigh Charter - 4523 Six Forks Road, Raleigh
COMING UP:
February 11- K-11 Spring Dress Down Pictures
February 12 - Athletic Booster - Dress Down Day
February 16 - Holiday - No school
February 17 - Teacher's work day
February 26 - PTA - Dress Down Day
STUDENTS STAY UPDATED:
PROM UPDATE: Prom date has changed from May 8th to Friday, May 1st
SENIORS:
Seniors: Please ensure you have joined Ms. Shearin's 25-26 College Information Google Classroom (join code dz7xexa) for all scholarship opportunities.
Seniors - we want to celebrate your achievements! Please remember to send Mrs. Ray and Ms. Shearin notifications of any college acceptance letters or scholarship offers you receive.Your accomplishments inspire our entire school community, and we'd love to recognize your hard work! Please let us know if we can put these acceptances in these announcements.
Attention senior parents and seniors: Please send a baby/toddler photo, candid, and senior quote to yearbook@eastwakeacademy.org
JUNIORS: Are you interested in an intensive two-week summer program spent engaging in college application prep, leadership development, and experiential learning opportunities? The Project Uplift residential program at UNC Chapel-Hill provides an immersive and engaging experience to prepare the next generation of scholar-leaders. Click here for more information and the application.
STUDENT SERVICES:
(Scholarships, FAFSA, Common APP, Forms, Community Service info) https://sites.google.com/eastwakeacademy.org/senioracademystudentservices/home
EWA NEWS:
LOTTERY: It's almost time for our Lottery Applications to begin for the 2026/2027 school year.
See information… .Lottery Application 2026/2027:
The lottery application is for SIBLINGS of current EWA students and prospective new students for the 2026/2027 school year. Kindergartners will have to be 5 by August 31, 2026 to apply.
When: The lottery application BEGINS TODAY January 12, 2026 at 8 am and ENDS February 11, 2026 at noon.
What you need: The SCHOOLMINT link Schoolmint link (link will not be active until date and time above) https://eastwakeacademy.schoolmint.com/login. The link is also posted on our webpage at eastwakeacademy.org at the top of the Homepage or on the Admissions page.
Make an account: Everyone will need to make an account, please click the link and follow the prompts to make an account when the Lottery application opens up.
The lottery application will automatically close on February 11th at noon. If you do not submit your lottery application for the 26/27 school year by the deadline of February 11th at noon, you will not be included in the lottery on March 5th. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Mrs. Campbell at kcampbell@eastwakeacademy.org.
Zebulon Parks and Recreation 2026 Spring Sports Programs Registration open until February 6th or full. Select link for flier and more information.
CLUBS:
Happy green fact Friday! The green club brings you this fact:
Sea levels have risen nearly 10cm in the past 25 years.
The Green Club is hosting a clothing drive from Monday, January 26th through Friday, February 6th. All donated clothing will be given to local shelters and thrift stores. The donation box will be located at the entrance of the high school. Please do not donate undergarments, socks, shoes, or clothing that is heavily stained or ripped. Thank you for your support.
SPORTS:
Attention Varsity Softball Players: Winter Workouts will be held at Pilot Field from 4-5:30 on the following days: 1/21, 1/26, 1/28, 2/2, 2/4, 2/9, 2/11. Come ready to practice, with softball pants, cleats, equipment, etc. Please also accept the Remind app invitation. Message Coach Jimmy or Coach Alisa with questions. You must have an up to date physical on file to participate.
Quote of the Day
"Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life." — Steve Jobs