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Silhouette of a graduate in cap and gown against a sunset background, with 'Class of 2023' text.

 

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    CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2026! 

     

    REMINDERS TO EARLY GRADUATES 

     

    The faculty and staff here at Northwest Cabarrus High School would like to congratulate you on your upcoming graduation! To prepare you for the senior events in the upcoming months, please keep the following in mind… 

     

    Are you planning on attending the 2026 NCHS graduation ceremony? 

    • We hope that you make plans to attend the 2026 NCHS graduation ceremony. If you intend to participate in our graduation ceremony Friday, May 22nd at 9:00 a.m. at the Cabarrus Arena, you will need a cap and gown. Orders for caps and gowns (and other senior items) should be placed with Jostens. If you have not already ordered a cap and gown through Jostens and plan on attending the ceremony, please contact Jostens immediately. You will need to pick up graduation information at the school as we get closer to the date.  
    • Graduation attire to be worn under the gown is required at rehearsal and ceremony. Failure to wear correct attire at either will prevent you from participating in the ceremony. 
    • Attendance at the graduation practice is required-please be sure to look at the school website and CCS website as we get closer to the date/time. 
    • If you do not wish to participate in the ceremony, please notify Mrs. Gladin @ margaret.gladin@cabarrus.k12.nc.us. Diplomas will be awarded at the graduation ceremony in May, so if you do not attend, please contact Mrs. Gladin or Student Services to make arrangements to receive your diploma. 

    How will you find out about other upcoming senior events? 

    • You will be responsible for obtaining senior updates and information for these events during the second semester. Make sure we have your correct address, phone number, and personal email address for any information that we will send. 
    • All information will be communicated; it is imperative that you follow our social media and that your contact info is correct with Mrs. Lopez. Be sure to periodically check the senior info web page on the NCHS website (located under the Students tab), the NCHS web announcements and the Student Services web page. Also, please follow us on Twitter @NCHS_SS and our Facebook is www.facebook.com/NCHS-Student-Services 

    Do you still owe fees? 

    • Check the list of seniors that have outstanding fees (check with Mrs. Lopez in the office). Pay any previous fees that you may owe. Also, pay any CURRENT fees (science fee, math fee, damage or lost book fee, club fund-raiser money, cafeteria fees, etc.) You will not be allowed to participate in any senior events until all fees have been paid. 

    And since you are no longer enrolled at NCHS… 

    • If you need to return to campus during the spring for any reason, you will need to come through the office and sign in/out as a visitor. You are not allowed to visit friends during school hours. You are also not allowed to visit teachers unless the teacher notifies the office in advance of your visit. 

     

    Who should you contact if you have questions? 

     

    Margaret Gladin – Graduation Coordinator   Toni Bellon – Student Services

    margaret.gladinr@cabarrus.k12.nc.us  toni.bellon@cabarrus.k12.nc.us

    (704) 260-6720 ext. 45238 (704) 260-6720 ext. 45170 

      

      

    Aaron Roach – Student Services   Kenya Jenkins – Student Services 

    aaron.roach@cabarrus.k12.nc.us  kenya.jenkins@cabarrus.k12.nc.us 

    (704) 260-6720 ext. 76722  (704) 260-6720 ext. 76725 

       

     

     

     

     

  • Graduation Practice

    To Be Determined

    Cabarrus County Arena

    You need to come dressed in what you plan to wear the graduation. If you have not received your stoles and cords, you will receive tham at practice.

    You need to ensure all fees are paid before graduation. We will be checking fees, and you will not be able to participate until all of your fees are paid. 

    Graduation Cerem

    Friday, May 22, 2026 @ 9:00 am

    Graduate arrival time - 7:00 am

    Cabarrus Arena and Events Center

    *Tickets are not required for NCHS Graduation

    Graduation Attire

    For students wearing a dress: 

    • Dress

      • School dress code appropriate; color and pattern must not be obscene, fluorescent, or be able to be seen through the gown. 

    • Skirt/Blouse

      • Business Casual—a colored skirt that follows the same criteria above and a solid white dress shirt.

      • The skirt/dress must not be longer than your gown, not show at the top of your gown, and be no more than 3 inches above the knee 

      • School-appropriate dresses must have straps at least 2 inches across the shoulder. (No strapless gowns)

      • A white collar attached to the gown is permissible if desired.

      • Prom/party dresses, evening wear, and sundresses are not appropriate for graduation.

    • Shoes

      • Dark-colored or neutral shoes.  Sandals with a heel strap are permitted. 

      • Flip-flops are NOT appropriate for graduation.  

      • High heels are permissible, but remember that you will be doing a lot of walking and climbing up and down stairs.

     

    For students wearing slacks and a shirt:

    • Shirt

      • A plain, white dress shirt with a white collar; polo shirts are NOT appropriate for graduation.

    • Pants

      • Solid dark or khaki dress slacks (no cargo pockets). Jeans, shorts, and other non-dress pants are not appropriate for graduation.

    • Shoes

      • Solid black, navy, brown, or tan dress shoes

      • Sneakers, flip-flops, sandals, boots, and other non-dress shoes are not appropriate for graduation. 

      • Boat shoes are permissible if leather and unscuffed.

    • Socks

      • Socks are required with all shoes. Designs are acceptable if worn under pants and must not be obscene.

    • Tie

      • All ties are acceptable; however, the visible part (knot and inch below) must be an appropriate solid color. It may not be seen if the tie has a design or pattern on the lower section.

     

    Caps, Gowns, and Regalia

    • Gowns 
    • Caps- These CANNOT be decorated
    • Regalia- only county approved stoles and cords will be allowed

     

     

  • If you have not done so, you need to order your cap and gown. As of 12/1/2025, they are $71. You can go to the Jostens website and place your order online.Click here to be taken to the NCHS Jostens page.

     

    • Final official NCHS transcripts will be sent to the College / University submitted to the google form as soon as final grades are posted and stored. Transcript requests after graduation should be submitted to Transcript Request and select the "graduate" option.
    • Final official NCHS transcripts for student athletes with active NCAA profiles will be uploaded to the NCAA portal as soon as final grades are posted and stored.
    • Seniors that completed courses through Rowan Cabarrus Community College should request a transcript from Rowan Cabarrus Community College to provide to the College / University they will be attending.

  • Prom

    MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!! PAY ATTENTION TO DATES AND READ DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY!!

                                                                  IT'S TIME TO GET READY FOR PROM!

     

    Prom Date: Saturday, March 28th, 2026

    Venue: City Club at Gibson Mills

    Address:  325 McGill Ave NW Suite 150, Concord NC 28027

    Time: 8:00pm to 12:00am *******YOU MUST BE AT PROM / IN THE DOOR BY 9:00PM OR THERE WILL BE NO ENTRY********

     

    Attire: Ladies please, where appropriate attire, this means no excessive cleavage, no slits or dresses that are mid-thigh high and show undergarments or close sight of private areas. Please make sure your body isn't overly exposed. If deemed inappropriate you will not be able to attend prom. Gentlemen must wear formal attire, tuxedo/suit (no jeans) no sagging pants; NO tennis shoes allowed (Dress shoes, Chuck Taylors, Nike Dunks, Cowboy boots are fine).  

     

    **In order to attend prom, you must make sure all your school fees have been paid, this includes cafeteria fees as well. **

     

    Only students currently in their junior and senior year can attend prom. However, an underclassman can attend prom as a date, if invited by a junior or senior. 

    If you are an early graduate, once you have turned your prom packet in, you will need to log onto K12 as a guest and purchase your ticket under Early Grad Prom Fee tab (you may need to search for the fee under filter).

    If you have questions, please do not wait until the last minute to ask them. Reach out to Mrs. Landers or Mrs. Taylor to help assist you with any questions you may have. 

  • SCREENING:

    • All graduates, families, and guests will be searched and screened upon entry. Be prepared to go through a metal detector or wand station. Guest bags will be searched upon arrival.

    CCS Graduation Prohibited Items

    Please leave these items in your vehicle.

     

    • noisemakers, whistles, airhorns, bells, etc.

    • balloons, posters & banners

    • glass (vases, etc.)

    • tobacco, cigarettes, vaping paraphernalia, etc.

    • alcohol

    • weapons, guns, knives, etc.

    • Any items banned from high school property

  • Scholarship Ceremony, Senior Walk, and Senior Cookout

    Friday, May 8th at Northwest Cabarrus High School

    More information to come later in the school year. 

     

  • If you missed Senior pictures in June, we will have a make-up date on October 14th with UpState Images, our approved company for yearbook photos. Please sign up online at UpState Images or call 855-773-3321.

     

    Sittings include (Sitting fees are prepaid online when the session is booked.):

    ● Platinum - $55 sitting fee – Sitting includes 25-30 images - the traditional yearbook attire Cap & Gown 3 casual outfits of your choice and multiple background choices.

    ● Gold - $40 sitting fee - Sitting includes up to 20 images - the traditional yearbook attire Cap & Gown 2 casual outfits of your choice and multiple background choices..

    ● Silver - $25 sitting fee - Sitting includes up to 15 images - the traditional yearbook attire Cap & Gown 1 casual outfit of your choice and multiple background choices.

    ● Yearbook only – This sitting is no charge and includes 4 images on a traditional background. This session is available only by calling 855-773-3321 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm)

    AFTER your session:

    ● You will receive a QR code with access to your images on the day of your session.

    ● Your image gallery will be available within 24 hours of your session.

    ● You will need to view your gallery and select your yearbook choice for the senior section of the yearbook.

    ● Packages, Graduation Announcements, etc. may be ordered online.

  • Parents can purchase senior ads that will be showcased in this year’s yearbook. Ad sales will end on Dec. 31; however, we have limited space, so if we sell the out before then, we will end sales early. Don’t wait; be sure to get yours today. Click the link below. 

    Ad Sales Link

  • Please complete the senior exit survey.