📣 Senior Weekly Update | Scholarships, Graduation Date, & More
Posted Date: 10/04/26 (12:16 PM)
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Seniors & Families, we have a busy week ahead! Please review the important dates, deadlines, scholarship opportunities, and college-planning events below.
SENIOR CLASS PHOTO
Senior Class Photo 📸 Wednesday, October 7th on the football field at the start of 2nd period. Please wear Cox Mill Colors.
📅 DATE: Wednesday, October 7
⏰ WHEN: During 2nd Period
📍 WHERE: Cox Mill Football Field
LAST CHANCE FOR SENIOR YEARBOOK PORTRAITS
Cady will return to Cox Mill High School one more time before the final senior portrait deadline. This final opportunity will be for the yearbook pose only.
📢 Seniors should watch Instagram, ParentSquare, and StudentSquare for updates about the specific date of this final portrait opportunity.
If you have not scheduled or taken your senior yearbook portrait:
- Email Andrea Marotta at andrea.marotta@cabarrus.k12.nc.us with questions.
- Visit cady.com/schedule to make an appointment at the Cady studio.
UPCOMING SCHOLARHISPS
Start working on your scholarship applications now! Pay close attention to eligibility requirements and deadlines.
- Lilly Scholars at Purdue | Deadline: November 1, 2026 | Application Link
- Acker Warren Fresh Start Scholarship | Deadline: November 2, 2026 | Application Link
- Chick-fil-A Community Scholars | Deadline: November 3, 2026 | Application Link
- Regeneron Science Talent Search | Deadline: November 5, 2026 | Application Link
- Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award | Deadline: November 9, 2026 | Application Link
- Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program | Deadline: November 11, 2026 | Application Link
- Greenhouse Scholars | Deadline: November 12, 2026 | Application Link
- Elks Most Valuable Student Competition | Deadline: November 13, 2026 | Application Link
Make sure to click the link for the Cabarrus County Schools Database and CMHS Scholarship Announcements for a full list of scholarships.
NORTH CAROLINA FREE APPLICATION WEEK
North Carolina's Free Application Week is coming up October 19–25! During this week, NC participating colleges and universities will waive application fees for students.
Please see the flyer for participating colleges and universities.
This is a great opportunity for seniors who are still building their college lists or considering additional schools.
UNC SYSTEM VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE
Interested in attending a University of North Carolina System school?
The UNC System Virtual Open House will give students the opportunity to hear directly from admission representatives from all 16 UNC System universities. Current college students will also share their experiences and answer questions live.
📅 October 5–6 and October 12–13, 2026
⏰ 6:30–8:45 p.m.
💻 Zoom Webinar
Learn more and register at go.northcarolina.edu/openhouse.
See the flyer for additional information.
COX MILL HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION
Cox Mill High School’s graduation ceremony will be held on:
May 27, 2027, at 9:00 a.m. at Cabarrus Arena.
Graduation practice will take place on"
May 24, 2027, at 2:00 p.m. at Cabarrus Arena.
Graduation practice is mandatory for all students who plan to participate in the graduation ceremony.
Click the link for all things Senior prsentation, including important graduation information, dates, and updates.
SENIOR CAP & ORDER
Jostens will be on campus Wednesday, October 7th. You can click the photo below to order now!
CCS FUTURE'S COLLEGE FAIR
The College Fair will be held on Tuesday, October 13, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at Cabarrus Arena. This is a great opportunity for students and families to meet with college representatives, explore different college options, and learn more about admissions opportunities. Click the link to register.
As always, seniors, stay focused, stay organized, and keep moving forward!
-CMHS Student Support Services