The Social Studies Student of the Week this week is Larissa Mayne. Larissa is an enthusiastic learner who has the most positive attitude everyday. She is an outstanding student in Honors American History. She is a critical thinker and maintains high academic standards.
about 24 hours ago, Melissa Perritt
Larissa Mayne is the Social Studies Student of the Week.
Today's Staff Spotlight is on Erin Stuart.
1 day ago, Melissa Perritt
Staff spotlight on Erin Stuart.
#MarinersCare
Zoey Buckner is a Mariner who cares. Collecting handmade cards, she hopes to share joy and a caring message with patients undergoing bone marrow transplants.
4 days ago, Melissa Perritt
Freshman Zoey Buckner is encouraging her classmates to send a message of support to patients undergoing bone marrow transplants. Students are designing and crafting cards with heartfelt messages to send support and well-wishes to patients.    She is collecting cards as a volunteer for a nonprofit organization, Amy’s Rays of Sunshine, and will mail the handmade cards at the end of the school year.
This graphic shares that cards will be collected and created by students during first and second lunches.
Today's Staff Spotlight is on Emma Smith.
5 days ago, Melissa Perritt
This information graphic shows fun facts and a picture about Emma Smith.
Today's Staff Spotlight is on Abigail Altman!
6 days ago, Melissa Perritt
This information graphic shows fun facts and a picture about Abigail Altman.
Today's Staff Spotlight is on Darby Whitehurst!
7 days ago, Melissa Perritt
This graphic shows a picture of Darby Whitehurst. Her favorite place is the beach and her favorite food is Pizza.
Our Social Studies Student of the Week is Mr. Lucca Gripp! Lucca is an excellent student in Economics and Personal Finance class who maintains high grades with his work ethic and always has a positive attitude!
8 days ago, Melissa Perritt
Lucca stands in front of a window giving two thumbs up.
Today's spotlight is on Brad Baker!
12 days ago, Melissa Perritt
Brad Baker is a history teacher at East Carteret. In this graphic, he shares that his favorite place is Tokyo and his favorite color is Blue.

Today's Staff Spotlight is Bethany Bagwell.

13 days ago, Melissa Perritt
Ms. Bagwell is a math teacher. The image tells a bit about her. Her favorite color is blue and her favorite place is Black Balsam Mountain.
The yearbook class is celebrating our school staff by creating fun informational graphics. This spotlight is on Jessica Stephens, one of our fabulous Teacher Assistants!
14 days ago, Melissa Perritt
Jessica Stephens is a Teacher Assistant at East Carteret High School. This informational graphic tells a little bit about her and celebrates our teachers.
Hilario Banda-Hernandez is this week's Social Studies Student of the Week! Hilario is a top-performer in AP Government & Politics and excels at composing high-level written argumentative responses and in understanding key Supreme Court case decisions!
14 days ago, Melissa Perritt
Hilario Banda-Hernandez is this week's Social Studies Student of The Week! He stands in front of the "Social Studies Star" bulletin board.
April is the Month of the Military Child 💜

We proudly recognize and honor the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of our military-connected students.
This month, we stand together as a community to show our support and appreciation. Join us on April 15th as we come together by wearing purple to recognize and celebrate these students and their families.

#MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #PurpleUp
27 days ago, Melissa Perritt
April is an important month for East Carteret High School as it marks the Month of the Military Child. This is a time when the school recognizes and honors the sacrifices and contributions made by military children. The school community comes together to show their support for these children who have to deal with unique challenges such as frequent moves, separation from parents, and adjusting to new schools and friends.
East Carteret High School is showing their support for military kids and their families with a Purple Up! event.  By coming together and wearing purple, the school is sending a message of unity and support to those who have given so much. Purple Up! is a way that we can show our appreciation for military connected students and the sacrifices they make every day.
This week's Social Studies Student of the Week is Emerson Gillikin.
Emmie always has a positive attitude coupled with creativity and attention to detail. She greets each class with an energy and enthusiasm that is contagious, always giving her BEST effort while encouraging others. Congratulations!
29 days ago, Melissa Perritt
Emerson Gillikin stands by a wall  holding two American flags.
Please join us in celebrating our 2026 Beta Club inductees!
We are proud to recognize an outstanding group of students who have demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership, character, and service. Being inducted into the Beta Club is a remarkable achievement, and each inductee has earned this honor through hard work and dedication.
As new members, they join a tradition of excellence and a commitment to making a positive impact at ECHS. We can’t wait to see the great things you will accomplish!

about 1 month ago, Melissa Perritt
The 2026 National Beta Club Inductees stand on stage after their induction holding certificates.
East Carteret’s Battle of the Books team traveled to Kinston today and earned 2nd place at the NCSLMA Region 2 High School Battle of the Books competition.
They’ve spent the entire school year reading and preparing for this event, working through all 16 books on the list. We’re proud of the time and effort they put in to get here!

Pictured from left to right are coach Missy Perritt, and team members Vivian Kruczko, Carley Fulcher, Lindsay Sassano, Fallon Smith, and Brooklyn Fulcher.

about 1 month ago, Melissa Perritt
Pictured from left to right are coach Missy Perritt, Vivian Kruczko, Carley Fulcher,  Lindsay Sassano, Fallon Smith, and Brooklyn Fulcher.

We are proud to recognize Weatherly Carlyle for designing this year’s winning senior t-shirt.
Please join us in congratulating Weatherly on her outstanding contribution to our Mariner legacy!
#EastCarteret #ClassOf2026 #SeniorClass

about 1 month ago, Melissa Perritt
Weatherly Carlyle stands next to a mannequin displaying her winning shirt design.
Cole Goodwin is our Social Studies Student of the Week. He is a Freshman in World History Honors Class. Cole is also a member of the ECHS Quiz Bowl Team. He is a big reader and very conscious of his work and studies. We are very proud of Cole and his accomplishments!
about 1 month ago, Melissa Perritt
Cole Goodwin smiles in front of a colorful bulletin board.
Thank you to Brandy Pittman and Jason Wilson for sharing the SECU Reality of Money presentation and guiding our students through the complexities of managing personal finance.
about 1 month ago, Melissa Perritt
Presenters Brandy Pittman and Jason Wilson stand in front of students. They share a slide that states "Welcome to the Reality of Money."
Presenters Brandy Pittman and Jason Wilson stand in front of students. They share a slide that states "Welcome to the Reality of Money."
Star Casselman is our Social Studies 'Star' of the Week! Star is a senior in Honors Economics. Star is a hard worker and goes above and beyond in attitude, consistency and thoroughness!
about 1 month ago, Melissa Perritt
Star Casselman stands in front of the Social Studies All Star bulletin board.
Order your yearbook today at www.jostens.com!
about 1 month ago, Melissa Perritt
A green clover design advertising the ECHS yearbook. Yearbooks are on sale at www.jostens.com.