FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – Cumberland County Schools (CCS) is once again putting families 'in the driver’s seat' when it comes to education. Committed to offering every child a world-class learning experience designed around their unique strengths, interests and goals, the district invites parents and guardians to discover what makes CCS a standout choice during the upcoming Choice Fair 2025.
This year’s event will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 9 a.m. to noon at E.E. Smith High School, located at 1800 Seabrook Road in Fayetteville. Families will have the opportunity to meet principals, academy directors and staff who will showcase CCS’ diverse Choice Programs for elementary, middle and high school students, answer questions and highlight how each program helps students learn, grow and thrive.
Choice Programs are available at select schools throughout the district and are designed around specialized themes such as science, arts and culture, technology and hands-on career experiences. During the event, parents and guardians can discover how CCS offers community schools with everything each child needs, including caring teachers, rigorous academics, social and emotional development, athletics, extracurricular activities and real-world learning opportunities.
Cumberland County Schools is dedicated to empowering families with educational choice, preparing lifelong learners to reach their maximum potential, and building pride in children in ways that make the community proud. Whether families choose a specialized program or their neighborhood school, CCS ensures every student has access to the care, support and opportunities they need to become capable, confident and successful in life.
The application period for CCS’ Choice Programs for the 2026-2027 school year will open on Monday, November 17, 2025, and close on Friday, January 9, 2026. Families can explore specific programs and access the CCS Choice Program Guide by visiting the Choice website at https://bit.ly/ChoiceProgramsCCS. Applications may be submitted online at https://ccsncc.scriborder.com/.