College Counseling at Cape Fear Academy

High school is a time during which students search to find out who they really are and discover their true passions. I am very fortunate to be a student at Cape Fear Academy because the college counselors help provide a solid foundation for these decisions about my future. Without the college counselors, I believe I would be so lost and disarrayed. They offer great advice with SAT and ACT, applying to colleges, finding careers, and much more. What’s remarkable is the fact that the counselors meet regularly with us in a one-on-one setting, which shows that they really care about each of us individually.

There are many opportunities accessible for students to utilize. All of the students in the Upper School are given a Naviance account. This is a web-based planning and advising system to help make the college application process more manageable and less stressful for students and families. It includes personality and career quizzes, surveys, assistance on resume writing, and more. The college counselors also plan a college trip for sophomores so the students are able to visit multiple colleges with their peers and the counselors. The college trip was an incredible experience and it provided a starting point for me to narrow down what interests me about particular colleges. Every other week, the counselors send out a newsletter which has college information and deadlines, scholarship information, and college open house dates. These are a just a few of the many opportunities given to us to utilize for the future. I know I am fortunate to have this kind of support as I make important decisions.
Merritt – grade 11

Through the lens of an Upper School student…

I have been at Cape Fear Academy for 10 years and am grateful to be attending this school. Throughout my years at CFA, I have found that teachers are always willing to help set their students up for success. The small class sizes make it easy to form relationships with teachers. Flex days are a huge help because they give us the opportunity to seek help from teachers after the usual school day. I have found that many of my teachers challenge me to think outside the box which has helped me develop my reasoning and logic skills that are not only important inside the classroom, but also outside of school.
I really like the way that Cape Fear Academy gives its students a wide range of opportunities. I have been able to perform in musicals at Thalian Hall, compete in sports throughout the state, and participate in various clubs throughout my high school experience. One of the things I enjoy most is giving back to the community. The upper school provides a wide range of community service opportunities so that we as students can help improve things within our own town. I’ve been able to do beach sweeps, work in a homeless shelter, volunteer at marathons, and help out with various events throughout Wilmington. I can most definitely say that I have never been bored during my time at CFA. There is always something new and exciting to try out!
– Anna – grade 11