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Accelerate Your Future.

Central Wake is a fully accredited, tuition-free public charter high school providing accelerated credit earning for grades 9 - 12 (through the age of 22*). Look around our site, learn what we’re all about, and when you’re ready, click ‘Get Started’ below to take the first step. Once you submit your pre-enrollment form, a member of our staff will connect with you to help you continue your path to finishing school and getting your diploma.

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    Graduation 2021

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News and Announcements

  • Open House/Casa Abierta

    Open House/Casa Abierta

    Join us to kick off the 2025–2026 school year!
    Come meet our staff, receive your schedule, and get importan...
  •  Extra Support for Students

    Extra Support for Students

    We understand the importance of academic success, which is why we are excited to offer 2 additional hours of I...
  • 2023-24 Impact Report

    2023-24 Impact Report

    The results are in and we're proud to share our 2023-24 impact report.
  • CENTRAL WAKE CLOSED TOMORROW & OPEN HOUSE POSTPONED

    CENTRAL WAKE CLOSED TOMORROW & OPEN HOUSE P...

    Due to the inclement weather, Central Wake will be closed tomorrow (August 8th, 2024). Unfortunately, this als...
  • Board Meeting

    Board Meeting

    MEETING NOTICE

    The Board of Directors of North Carolina High School for Accelerated Learning - Wake, In...

Central Wake at a Glance

Ability to Graduate Anytime

Faster Credit Earning Potential

Flexible Scheduling and Shorter School Day

Extensive Academic & Social Supports On-site

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