Kim Collins, Principal
Main Office: 919-462-6780
Bell Schedule: 9:15 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Home
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Welcome to Our School
We believe in the power of collaboration. By embracing our differences and supporting all learning styles, we prepare our students to make their mark on the world.
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School Calendar
Our School Community
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![A large rock is painted bright blue with a D, a basketball, and a football. It also says "Happy Birthday Ivan!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1773250363/wcpssnet/kxmd29tenkysuodhi8kw/SpiritRock.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1773250363/wcpssnet/kxmd29tenkysuodhi8kw/SpiritRock.png","width":500}])
Academic Excellence
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Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports
School Calendar
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Intervention and Enrichment
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4th and 5th Grade Leadership Opportunity
Voices of Our School
Our school is defined by the people who invest in it every day: students, families, faculty, community leaders and a network of alumni.
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Harika
"Carpenter is really nice. All the teachers always do their best to make sure the students learn and have fun. The teachers are committed to making sure the students have their best life at Carpenter."
2nd Grade
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Natalie and David Ortiz
"Carpenter has been a special place for us over the past six years. It is a welcoming environment where every child is known, supported, and encouraged. With strong academics and an active PTA, CES truly feels like home."
CES Parents
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Christina Putz
"Our community is energetic, multicultural, and committed to learning. Families and teachers nurture curiosity, celebrate diversity, and support academic growth that helps every student discover their strengths."
PTA President