Senior Academy Announcements
February 27, 2026
Good Morning Senior Academy.
February Character Trait of the Month: Courage
This month, we’re focusing on courage—doing what’s right even when it’s hard, and speaking up or stepping forward despite fear or uncertainty. If you know a peer who demonstrates courage in their actions or choices, scan one of the purple QR codes around campus to nominate them. Please remember, you cannot nominate yourself—this is an opportunity to recognize a peer.
Friday, Feb. 27th
11:30am - 12:00pm - HS Book Club Meeting
SPORTS:
Var Soccer @ Vance 4:30pm (2:30 dismissal)
COMING UP:
March 3 - ACT Testing for 11th Grade - 9th, 10th & 12th Asynchronous
March 5th - 6:00pm - 8:30pm - HS Inspire
March 10, 11, 12 - Cap/Gown and any other graduation items will be ready for pickup
March 13 - Early release
March 16-27 Spring Track-Out
March 30 - Teacher’s workday
STUDENTS STAY UPDATED:
YEARBOOK Senior Ads - Attention senior parents: there is still time to purchase an ad in the yearbook to celebrate your senior. There are two steps: first, visit Jostens.com and purchase your ad. Next, make the ad yourself or email the photos and information to Kelly.Ramsey@jostens.com
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.
Cap/Gown and any other graduation items can be picked up by Seniors on March 10, 11, and 12 during lunch 11:15 - 12:15 in the lobby outside Mrs. Ray's area. Seniors or parents will need to pick up their own items. If you have any questions about pick up, please reach out to Mrs. Campbell at kcampbell@eastwakeacademy.org.
STUDENT SERVICES:
Summer Opportunities
NC State’s College of Education is hosting the 2026 STATE of Teaching Drive-In Conference on May 17-May 19 for current high school juniors - Click here for more information and to register!
Duke University's Department of Cell Biology and Biochemistry is hosting the Cell Biology and Biochemistry Academy (CeBA) this summer. CeBA is a 6-week, paid summer research internship for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors with strong interests in biology or biochemistry. Click here for more information and to apply!
(Scholarships, FAFSA, Common APP, Forms, Community Service info) https://sites.google.com/eastwakeacademy.org/senioracademystudentservices/home
EWA NEWS:
Lost and Found: High school lost items can be found in the plastic tote outside the HS office. Students can come down BEFORE and AFTER SCHOOL or DURING LUNCH. All unclaimed items in the High School will be donated at the end of each month.. Gym lost and found will be in a container in the dining hall. Building 5/WINGS lost items will be in a container at the desk by the front entrance. Items lost in the main building will be located right outside the office.
https://www.eastwakeacademy.org/events
CLUBS:
The Green club brings you this fact: When exposed to heat or sunlight, plastic bottles can release toxins into water, which can cause health issues.
“ The art and language department is hosting our annual Inspire event Thursday, March 5th from 6-8 at the high school! We hope you can attend, support the elective department, and enjoy the awesome local vendors, art, and performances!”
Cancer Awareness Club Senior Scholarship If you are a senior who has battled cancer or been affected by a loved one's battle with cancer, you can apply for the cancer awareness club scholarship. See Mrs. Lane for more details or find the link in the bio of the Cancer Awareness Instagram page.
SPORTS:
February Sports Calendar: https://www.ewaeagles.org/calendar
February is Black History Month, in which we pay tribute to the contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout U.S. history.
Our quotes will be from famous African Americans.
Quote of the Day
“Character is power.” – Booker T. Washington