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Raleigh Charter High School challenges college-bound students in a creative and supportive atmosphere to become knowledgeable, thoughtful, contributing citizens.
1307 Glenwood Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27605
919-715-1155
Welcome to
Raleigh Charter High School!
News & Updates
Admissions for the 2026 - 2027 School Year
The application window for 2026-2027 has closed and we are no longer accepting applications. Our admissions lottery was held on March 18. For more information, please visit our Admissions page.
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Summer Office Hours
During the summer, the office has abbreviated hours. Need to stop by to pick up or drop something off? Check the schedule below before you go!
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June 15 - 26: the school office will be open on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
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June 29 - July 10: the school office will be closed
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July 13 - 24: the school office will be open on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
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Beginning July 27, the office open will be open 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.
NC School Report Card
Performance Grade
Score History
2020-2021 Grade: N/A
2019-2020 Grade: N/A
2018-2019 Grade: A 97
2017-2018 Grade: A 96
Class Schedules & Back-to-School Information
All students should have received their course schedules for the 2026-2027 school year by June 24. Students who did not receive their schedules should check to see if they need to return textbooks and/or athletics uniforms. You can find reminders on all sorts of important Back-to-School Reminders here.
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Orientation Day will be held on Tuesday, August 11. Please note that this is a required day of school and all students must be at school for at least part of the day. View the Orientation Day Schedule and Checklist here.
Summer Assignments for AP Courses
Students are reminded that some classes, particularly AP (Advanced Placement) classes, have summer assignments. Assignments are posted on the Summer Assignments page. All students will receive their class schedules with the names of their teachers in the summer mailing packet. Packets will be delivered in July.
Back-to-School Volunteer Opportunities
Back-to-School time in August is a busy and exciting time for everyone! Support from returning parents is an essential part of making these first few days run smoothly. There are several days and areas where you can volunteer your time or bring an item to donate. Please sign up early so we can secure coverage for all areas.
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Please see the Sign Up Geniuses for more information about volunteer opportunities and to sign up to help. You are welcome to sign up for more than one shift! We appreciate your support!
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Friday, June 26 & Saturday, June 27: Buildings & Grounds Painting Work Days (volunteer opportunity open to new & returning students & parents)
Friday, August 7: Classroom Prep Day (volunteer opportunity open to new & returning students & parents)
Friday, August 7: Ice Cream Social Volunteers & Donations (volunteer opportunity open to returning parents & students)
Tuesday, August 11: Orientation Day Traffic Volunteers (volunteer opportunity open to returning parents)
Tuesday, August 11: Orientation Day Phoenix Shop Volunteers (volunteer opportunity open to returning parents)
Book Lists for 2026-2027
Click here for the 2026-2027 book list.
Books are available for purchase through Quail Ridge Bookstore online (use code RCHS26) or at their store located at 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Road at North Hills in Raleigh. If you choose to order your book from Quail Ridge Books, RCHS will earn a 20% commission on book list purchases.
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Please use your student's course schedule to determine which books you may need to purchase. Financial assistance is available; please contact Sarita McIver.
Looking for Carpool for 2026-2027?
The carpool interest form is now active! Any new and returning families who wish to make new carpool arrangements for the 2026-2027 school year may submit information to our Carpool List by completing the Carpool Interest Form. More info is available on the Transportation page (under the "Students" tab) of this website.
Show Your School Spirit: Order Phoenixwear Online!
Our new online store features everything from T-shirts to pajama pants to tote bags. You can even sport swag for your favorite RCHS athletics team with a large selection of items for each sport. Orders are processed “on-demand” which means the store is always open! You can choose to have your order shipped directly to your home for a fee or to school for free. Visit the Phoenix Parents page for more information and shop online here.
Job Opportunities at RCHS
Raleigh Charter High School is currently accepting applications for a full-time Data Manager for the 2026-2027 school year. ​For information, please visit our Job Openings page.