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Discover Weaver Academy

Weaver Academy offers world-class training in the performing and visual arts (PVA). The program serves students in Guilford County Schools who are selected by audition and dedicated to their art form. In addition, the CTE program at Weaver is available to all students throughout the district. Students travel to Weaver from their home schools via district-provided transportation. Weaver enjoys partnerships with professional artists and industry leaders who help prepare students for the jobs of the future!

Experience Why Families Choose Us

Performing and Visual Arts: Students will experience world class training in the performing and visual arts. Students have the opportunity to showcase and perform their art in local, state, and national venues.

CTE: Students will earn industry-leading credentials to prepare them for post-secondary studies or employment. Students will experience opportunities to compete in local, state, and national competitions to earn scholarship money and tools for their trades.

No matter what PVA/CTE discipline a student studies at Weaver, they will experience a welcoming and inclusive environment where they will feel challenged and learn something new everyday!

Student Supports 

Each student has at least one faculty member who serves as their advisor over their four years, in addition to their assigned School Counselor. Weaver Academy facilitates an active and strong peer tutoring program that is very successful.

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Points of Pride

  • Ranked as one of the best schools in NC and the US by US News and World Report, the Washington Post, and Niche Magazine.
  • Consistent 100% graduation rate.
  • Each PVA has showcased for local and global audiences in places such as Paris, France; Edinburgh, Scotland; the Vatican and Carnegie Hall.
  • Students take advantage of work-based learning opportunities and pursue industry credentials to further prepare them for successful careers in industry.
  • CTE students consistently take top honors at the national level at Skills USA and other CTE competitions.

Academic Programs and Opportunities

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School Discovery Month

All GCS families and future families are invited to explore our amazing schools during School Discovery Month.  Visit, ask questions, meet our staff, and see all the opportunities GCS has to offer in your attendance zone, as well as our Choice schools and programs.

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The Guilford Guarantee

One district.
Many possibilities.

No matter whether you choose your neighborhood school or a Choice school or program, GCS has a school that's right for your child.  Through the Guilford Guarantee, all schools will help students understand their potential and provide multiple pathways to success after high school.

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Learn about the Guilford Guarantee

College Credit 

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Opportunities to earn college credit while in high school.

Career Credentials 

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Access to industry recognized credentials in high demand fields.

Real-World Experience 

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Hands-on learning through internships, apprenticeships and work based learning.

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Choice Application Window
October 9 through December 4, 2026, at 5 p.m.

Elementary & Middle School Selections
Step Date
Lottery and Notification Friday, December 11, 2026
Family Accept and Decline Offers Deadline Friday, December 18, 2026
High School Options Selections
Step Date
Lottery and Notification Friday, February 5, 2027
Families Accept or Decline Offers Deadline Friday, February 12, 2027