GO VIKINGS GO!
In this issue...
New This Week
- Grease is the Word!
- Special Advisory Session On Monday For “Say Something”
- Annual Culture And Climate Survey
Recent News Items
- Fall Festival Is 10/31: Volunteers Needed
- Clothing Drive
- If you missed the Senior Year Essentials Meeting (Here is the presentation)
- Fall Sports Awards Night 10/27
- Free Community College Courses While In HS: Durham Tech CCP Information Sessions
- Show Your Viking Spirit This Fall, Get Some Viking Gear
- Simplifying Your Senior's Path to College with NC College Connect
- Build Essential Life Skills: Register for LIFE Skills’ Free Fall Program
- Free Parent Workshops: Little-Known Secrets of Paying for College
Helpful Resources
- How To Stay Up-To-The-Minute With Your Student’s Grades: Become a “Parent Observer” on His/Her Canvas Account
- Stay Connected with Our Voyager Community Calendar
- Bring Your Laptop!
- How To Purchase Viking Gear
- The Voyager Academy High School Website
- VAHS Counseling Department Blog
- Voyager Academy Student/Parent Handbook
- Important dates
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Grease is the Word!
Grease tickets are on sale now! Click the link to purchase: https://cur8.com/26277/project/141781
Hurry- seats will go fast
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Special Advisory Session On Monday For “Say Something”
On Monday (10/26) we will have an extended Advisory as students receive a refresher session on “Say Something,” the anonymous reporting system used by Voyager Academy.
Here is the bell schedule for Monday 10/26:
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Annual Culture And Climate Survey
This coming Wednesday (10/28) students will take the Panorama culture and climate survey that is done each year. We will be on a special bell schedule for that day. Please click here for that bell schedule.
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Fall Festival Is 10/31: Volunteers Needed
October 31st, Saturday 10:30am-1:30pm
Fall Festival volunteers Needed:
HS Volunteer Sign-Up Genius
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050F4EAAAE29AAF85-58402512-fall
Apparel Table Sign-Up Genius
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050F4EAAAE29AAF85-58402514-fall
Parent Volunteer Sign-Up Genius
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050F4EAAAE29AAF85-58402469-fall
Click here if you would like to be a vendor.
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Clothing Drive
The Community in Motion Club (teacher sponsor, Mr. Ross) needs your help! We are hosting a clothing drive to help Note in the Pocket, so please bring items in to help those in need. We are collecting clothes until November 10. Thank you for your support! For more information, contact
brooklyn.elliot@students.voyageracademy.net, or carson.dodson@students.voyageracademy.net.
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If you missed the Senior Year Essentials Meeting (Here is the presentation)
Click here for the presentation
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Fall Sports Awards Night 10/27
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Free Community College Courses While In HS: Durham Tech CCP Information Sessions
Are you or your student interested in earning college credit while still in high school? 🎓
If you are interested in the Durham Tech Career and College Promise (CCP) program, all students are required to attend a mandatory Information Session. During the session, you will learn about program requirements, eligibility, how to apply, important deadlines, and the next steps for getting started.
Please sign up for an upcoming Information Session using this link:
https://visit.durhamtech.edu/event/477420
Session dates and times:
Oct 30, 2026: 5:30-6:30pm
Nov 5, 2026: 6:00-6:40pm
Click here for a flyer with more details.
Contact: Arielle Beamon
Email: beamona@durhamtech.edu
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Show Your Viking Spirit This Fall, Get Some Viking Gear
It’s time to gear up for fall and show your Viking spirit! The PTSO Fall Apparel Pre-Order Sale runs now through Thursday, September 24th. Visit the PTSO website for full details and to place your order: sites.google.com/view/voyagerptso
Pre-order and new-inventory apparel will be available for pickup at the *Fall Festival* on October 31st.
Thank you for supporting our school and PTSO! We can’t wait to see our Vikings showing their spirit this fall!
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Simplifying Your Senior's Path to College with NC College Connect
We are excited to share a new state initiative that simplifies the college application process for our high school seniors: NC College Connect. On Monday, September 14, students will view an informational presentation during Advisory class detailing how this program works.
What is NC College Connect?
https://www.cfnc.org/education-professionals/nc-college-connect-ed/
NC College Connect offers direct admission to participating North Carolina colleges and universities without required essays, recommendation letters, or standard application fees.
NC Community Colleges: Every graduating senior on track to earn a diploma receives direct admission to their local NC community college.
4-Year Universities: Students with a weighted GPA of 2.8 or higher, who completed a fourth-level math, automatically qualify for direct admission to a customized list of 4-year public and independent universities.
Next Steps for Families…
Verify CFNC Credentials: Ensure your student logs into CFNC.org to check that their name, birthdate, and student ID match their official school record (Infinite Campus) before eligibility data is pulled on September 9.
Review Offers Starting Sept. 15: Direct admission offers will be visible in students' CFNC accounts beginning September 15. Official offer letters will also be mailed home.
Claim Your Spot: Students can log into NCCollegeConnect.org to explore their matched schools and submit a short interest form. Direct admission offers are non-binding.
Click here for a flyer with all details.
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Build Essential Life Skills: Register for LIFE Skills’ Free Fall Program
Registration is now open for LIFE Skills Foundation’s Fall 2026 Independent Living Skills Program! Designed for youth ages 15–21, this free 10-week course provides practical tools to help young adults navigate adulthood with confidence.
Dates: Thursdays, Sept 17 – Nov 19, 2026 (5:30 PM – 7:00 PM)
Location: Echo NC, 404 Hunt St., Suite 500, Durham, NC
Topics: Financial capability, job readiness, health, nutrition, and communication skills.
Perk: Attendees who complete at least 8 sessions receive a $50 Visa Gift Card and a Certificate of Completion!
To sign up, complete the online registration form. For questions, contact Chyna Davis at chyna@lifeskillsfound.org or (919) 907-8418, or visit www.lifeskillsfound.org
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Free Parent Workshops: Little-Known Secrets of Paying for College
As we settle into the new school year, we want to share some upcoming opportunities to help your family navigate the college funding process with clarity and confidence.
The College Funding Coach (click here) offers valuable workshops and webinars designed to guide families through financial aid rules, smart funding strategies, and long-term planning. Whether your student is just starting high school or getting ready to apply, these sessions offer practical, actionable insights.
2026 Tuition Cents Series:
September 17: FAFSA 2026: What You Need to Know Before Filing
October 15: Demystifying the CSS Profile: What High-Cost Schools Really Ask
November 19: How to Find Scholarships That Your Child Can Actually Win!
December 17: How High-Income Families Can Pay for College and Retire Comfortably
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How To 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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Stay Connected with Our Voyager Community Calendar
Stay in the loop with our Community Calendar (https://www.voyageracademy.net/calendar/).your go-to spot for upcoming events, activities, important dates, and more. Bookmark it and check back often so you don’t miss what’s happening across our Voyager community!
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Bring Your Laptop!
Hey Voyager Vikings, remember that Voyager Academy is Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) school. All students are required to bring their own device to school each day. Please click here for the Voyager Academy BYOD policy. (Also found in the Voyager Academy Student/Parent Handbook).
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How To Purchase Viking Gear
How to purchase Viking Gear!
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/WNh8rYGBbD
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Other Useful Sources of Information
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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Voyager Academy Student/Parent Handbook
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Important Dates