2026 Big Rock Teaching Fellows Scholarship Applications Are Open
The Big Rock Teaching Fellows Scholarship supports three graduating seniors from Carteret County each year who are passionate about pursuing a career in education. As part of our Homegrown Teachers Initiative, this scholarship covers tuition, fees, and books to help recipients earn their teaching degrees—with a shared goal of returning to serve and inspire the next generation right here in Carteret County.
Applications for 2026 are available to seniors. Contact your counselor for more information
Student Deadline: February 27, 2026 - Counselor Deadline: March 6, 2026
Congratulations 2026 Big Rock Teaching Fellows (BRTF)Scholarship Recipients!
Create a Lasting Impact Through Scholarship Giving
Whether you're honoring a loved one, celebrating a legacy, or investing in the future of your industry, establishing a named scholarship is a powerful way to make a difference in the lives of Carteret County students. Scholarships can be created in honor or memory of someone special or to support students pursuing careers in a specific field or trade.
William Moore Davis generously donated $50,000 to impact students of East Carteret High School with generous grants to support them in their chosen career paths.
The William Moore Davis Legacy Grant Awardees for 2026 are:
Waverly Carlisle - Education
Addison Carmean - Education
TJ Allen - Kinesiology (ECU)
Jonathan Piner - Sports Management (Warner University)
Dylan Willis - Information Technology (CCC)
Wesley Guthrie - Information Technology (CCC)
Carter Styron - Heavy Equipment (Nashville Auto-Diesel College)
To learn more about setting up a custom scholarship, please contact Erica Jones, Development Director, at erica@carteretEF.org
