Congratulations 2025 Big Rock Teaching Fellows (BRTF)Scholarship Recipients!
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 beginning in August. Contact your counselor for more information
Ashlyn Burney (ECHS)
Ruth Hall ( WCHS)
Noble Short (ECHS)
$81,500 Awarded | 2025 Scholarships
$81,500 Awarded | 2025 Scholarships
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