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

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION AND APPLICATION CLICK HERE

Congratulations 2025 Big Rock Teaching Fellows (BRTF)Scholarship Recipients!

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A young man with light brown hair and fair skin, smiling, wearing a blue checkered dress shirt and a dark tie with small yellow and blue patterns, outdoors with trees and a blue sky in the background.
A young woman with long, wavy brown hair standing outdoors on a grassy area, wearing a sleeveless striped jumpsuit with rings on the shoulder straps, and a pendant necklace. She has her right arm bent with her hand on her hip and is looking at the camera.

Ashlyn Burney (ECHS)

Ruth Hall ( WCHS)

Noble Short (ECHS)

$81,500 Awarded | 2025 Scholarships

$81,500 Awarded | 2025 Scholarships

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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.

To learn more about setting up a custom scholarship, please contact Erica Jones, Development Director, at erica@carteretEF.org