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New This Week
- Project Exhibition Day Is Mon. Nov. 25, 2-3:15pm, And You’re Invited! Celebrate PBL With Us
- Newsies On A Mission!
- Voyager Athletics Store
Recent News Items
- DRIVERS ED: Non-DPS Student Registration & Class Information
- FAFSA Tips For College Bound Seniors
- North Carolina Governor's School Apps Due 12/2/25
- A Call For Donations
- Get Your Class Of 2026 Sweatshirt
- Calling All Proud Parents
Helpful Resources
- NC College Connect
- Stay Up-To-The-Minute With Your Student’s Grades: Become a “Parent Observer” on His/Her Canvas Account
- The Voyager Academy High School Website
- VAHS Counseling Department Blog
- How To Purchase Viking Gear
- Add The Voyager Academy Parent Calendar To Your Calendar
- Voyager Academy Student/Parent Handbook
- Important dates
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Project Exhibition Day Is Mon. Nov. 25, 2-3:15pm, And You’re Invited! Celebrate PBL With Us
The Voyager Academy community is invited to Fall 2025 Voyager Academy High School Project Exhibition Day. Come see student projects in action and on full display, as we celebrate Project Based Learning. Exhibition Day takes place at the high school on November 24th, Monday, 2-3:15pm.
For a more in-depth description of how Project Based Learning works click here.
IMPORTANT (your ticket to enter):
To enter the event you must first obtain a (FREE) ticket. Please obtain your ticket by clicking here:
VAHS Project Exhibition Day Ticket 11/24/25
Hope to see you there!
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Newsies On A Mission!
Our production of Disney’s Newsies was a tremendous success! Students delivered four fantastic performances - three community shows and a special preview for our 2nd–5th graders - all playing to nearly full houses in our new Performing Arts Center! The cast and crew of 57 students shined onstage and behind the scenes, earning enthusiastic applause and rave reviews from patrons throughout the weekend. We’re very proud of their hard work, talent, and teamwork in bringing this energetic musical to life!
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Mock Trial Dress Rehearsal
If you would like to watch the dress rehearsal for our Honors Mock Trial team (as they prepare for their regional competition in Feb), please join us on Tues. Dec. 2nd in the Voyager PAC during 3rd Period (12:30-2:08). They will be performing their roles as attorneys, witnesses, and timekeepers in a medical malpractice case.
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Voyager Athletics Store
Click on the link below to visit our Athletics Spirit Store and get the latest Vikings gear! Youth sizes are now available! https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/VAVIKINGS1
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DRIVERS ED: Non-DPS Student Registration & Class Information
To enroll in the Drivers Education class, a student will need to have a personal gmail email account (not a school account). If the student does not already have one, it is very advantageous to set this up a personal gmail account prior to registration.
More information can be found at: https://www.dpsnc.net/o/dps/page/non-dps-student-registration
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FAFSA Tips For College Bound Seniors
Get your FSA IDs: Both parents and students need to create a Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID. It’s basically a secure, online signature for the FAFSA.
Tackle the paperwork dragon: The FAFSA might be easier now, but it still requires some prep. Gather your documents. You’ll need to know your bank account balances and the net worth of any businesses or investments. You don’t have to report the value of your primary home or your retirement accounts (like 401(k)s and IRAs). Knowing what to leave out is just as important as knowing what to put in
The Direct Data Exchange: This is a tool inside the FAFSA that automatically moves your PPY (Prior, Prior Year) tax information from the IRS into the FAFSA. You will sign an agreement giving your approval for this transfer of information. Just follow the prompts when you are completing the FAFSA.
The early bird gets the aid at some schools: The FAFSA opened on October 1st. Some state and college aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Once that money is gone, it’s gone. Filing early gives your student the best possible chance at getting all the aid they’re eligible for.
Don’t give up! You can appeal: Maybe your financial situation changed a lot after that PPY year. If you can show them what’s different, they might be able to adjust your student’s aid. It’s a bit of extra work, but it’s definitely worth a shot.
Start your FAFSA applications today!
https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
Click here for the Step-by-Step Guide for students and families.
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North Carolina Governor's School Applications Due December 2, 2025
The North Carolina Governor's School is a 4-week summer residential program for gifted and talented 10th (Arts) and 11th (Arts and Academic) grade high school students, integrating academic disciplines, the arts, and unique courses on each of two campuses. The curriculum focuses on the exploration of the most recent ideas and concepts in each discipline, and does not involve credit, tests, or grades. Please see the NC Governors School Website: https://www.dpi.nc.gov/students-families/enhanced-opportunities/north-carolina-governors-school. and the attached document with the timeline for VAHS candidates.
Interested students should contact Jill O'Kane VAHS Counselor for more information.
Please see this 2026 Governor's School Process document for more information (click here).
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A Call For Donations
Cold & Flu season is here and we have gone through all of our supplies! We would be greatly appreciative of any donations.
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Get Your Class Of 2026 Sweatshirt
Senior families,
The PTSO is thrilled to add “Class of 2026” hoodies to our merchandise lineup! These sweatshirts are $35 and available by pre-order only through our virtual storefront:
https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLJVP04K8A9XW/checkout/67D6UTVYF4622SKSVNLC3D52 (go here for our full storefront inventory: https://voyagerptsostore.square.site )
The storefront image only shows the backside of the hoodie, so here is a look at front and back. Get yours today!!
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Calling All Proud Parents
Recognize your student's milestones and successes with a yearbook ad.
Go to http://jostensadservice.com/student to view size and layout options and place your order. Create and purchase online by 12/31/2025
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NC College Connect
Congratulations to the VAHS seniors who have earned eligibility for the NC College Connect program. https://www.cfnc.org/nc-college-connect/. NC College Connect is a program that provides a simpler and faster way for students with a weighted 2.8 or higher to get admitted to college in North Carolina. Eligible seniors should have received a letter from the College Foundation of NC (CFNC) with a list of colleges and universities that they have been offered admission through the program. Information about next steps is included in the letter and at the website listed above. The Attached PowerPoint is also a great resource.
Please contact VAHS School Counselor, Jill O'Kane if there are additional questions.
Click here for a slideshow with highlights and details!
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HELPFUL SITES AND RESOURCES
Stay Up-To-The-Minute With Your Student’s Grades: Become a “Parent Observer” on His/Her Canvas Account
Click here to become an “Observer” in your child’s Canvas account. Once there, you can set it up to receive notifications about upcoming assignments, and grades just entered, keeping you updated on progress, daily.
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The Voyager Academy High School Website
One of the first places to check for basic information about VAHS is the VAHS website. Among the information you can find there are calendars and schedules, student clubs and organizations, faculty directory, the counseling page, special bulletins, etc. Here is the VAHS website:
http://voyageracademy.net/vahs
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VAHS Counseling Department Blog
Please be sure to check the VAHS Counseling Department blog frequently. The blog provides news, information, and opportunities for VAHS students and parents all in one convenient location. Topics range from Career/College Counseling and Application Support to Summer Programs and Opportunities. Check it out!
CLICK HERE FOR THE VAHS COUNSELING DEPT. BLOG
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How To Purchase Viking Gear
How to purchase Viking Gear!
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/WNh8rYGBbD
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Add The Voyager Academy Parent Calendar To Your Calendar
You can add the Voyager Academy Parent Calendar to your calendar. Go to the bottom of the page linked below for instructions:
VAHS Calendars and Schedules – Voyager Academy.
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Voyager Academy Student/Parent Handbook
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Important Dates