North Carolina Governor's School Foundation

The countdown is officially ON!

Selected students — you’ve submitted your forms, started preparing for arrival, and in just 25 days the unforgettable journey begins…

Governor’s School 2026 officially kicks off on June 21st, and we cannot wait to welcome an incredible new class of students for what so many alumni call the best summer of their lives.

Get ready for late-night conversations, lifelong friendships, unforgettable performances, creative breakthroughs, new perspectives, and memories that will stay with you long after summer ends.

The countdown to something extraordinary has begun.

Governor’s School Alumni Spotlight: Steve Cotton

From Governor’s School to the worlds of Halo, Destiny, and beyond.

Steve Cotton is an American video game developer known for his long-standing career at Bungee where he helped shape some of the most influential games of the past two decades. Over the years, he has contributed to the legendary Halo and Destiny game franchises in roles including multiplayer environmental artist, world design lead, and game director.

Steve’s career began at Red Storm Entertainment, where he worked on the iconic Rainbow Six series. Today, he continues to push the boundaries of game design as part of the team developing Bungie’s highly anticipated upcoming title, Marathon.

Governor’s School is proud to celebrate alumni like Steve who continue to innovate, create, and inspire across industries.

Your journey started here—and the worlds you build can reach everywhere.

Bungie

CONGRATULATIONS, GS ALUM! 🎉

We’re celebrating Alexander Lloyd Blake and TONALITY on their second Grammy win!

Alexander’s Blake a star Governor’s School alum and graduate of the USC Thornton School of Music, earned a Grammy with his ensemble TONALITY, which was featured on the album Nomadica by Carla Patullo. Nomadica received the award for Best New Age, Ambient or Chant Album—an extraordinary achievement.

Reflecting on his journey, Blake shared:

“No dream is too big. I am living proof of that. Lean into the thing that gives you joy because that’s the fuel when life gets hard, when the life of making art gets hard. If there’s something that calls to you, whether it’s defined or not, trust that there’s a reason why that passion is there—lean into that, and then I think it will take you places maybe that you might not have thought.”

We couldn’t be more proud to celebrate Alexander, TONALITY, and the power of following your passion—all the way to the Grammy stage.

Are you looking for a unique opportunity for this summer? 📚☀️

Teaching positions are now OPEN for the 2026 session of NC Governor’s School! 🚀

This is an opportunity to play a role in shaping a life-changing summer for these amazing students. Creative, engaging teachers are needed for both Governor’s School campuses, hosted by Greensboro College and Meredith College .

GS is currently seeking instructors for Area II/Philosophy, Instrumental Music, Math, Natural Science, Social Science, Spanish, and Visual Arts. There are also openings for office positions and coordinators for Communications and Technology.

We also have openings for our GS Fellows program, a five-week paid internship. Being a GS Fellow offers an opportunity to gain leadership experience through working with students in residential life, assisting in classrooms, and leading campus events.

HOW TO APPLY: More info on all of the openings mentioned in this caption, as well as the actual application, can be found on the employment page of our Governor’s School Website. The employment page can be found at the link in our bio!

Governor’s School will take place from June 21st to July 18th, with employees arriving on June 15th to begin orientation. We will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews in the coming weeks.

Reach out with any questions at [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you!

Help Shape the Story of North Carolina’s Most Extraordinary Students!

The Governor’s School of North Carolina Board of Directors is seeking a volunteer marketing professional to support our work with a primary focus on social media strategy, storytelling, and engagement.

This is a unique opportunity to:
✨ Amplify the voices of gifted high school students
✨ Highlight alumni impact across North Carolina and beyond
✨ Support a nationally recognized program rooted in excellence, creativity, and service
✨ Help shape how one of the state’s most meaningful educational legacies shows up in the world

We’re looking for someone who understands the power of clear messaging, compelling visuals, and thoughtful storytelling and who wants to use those skills in service of education, access, and community.

Volunteer role | Board-adjacent support
Focus: Social media + marketing storytelling
Impact: Long-lasting, meaningful, and visible

If you—or someone in your network—are passionate about education, communications, and making a difference, we’d love to connect.

Comment below, send a DM, or email [email protected].

Friday Futures: GS Alumni Edition!

On National Motivation and Inspiration Day, we’re celebrating a leader whose journey continues to inspire generations. Today we’re honoring Loretta Lynch, a trailblazing leader, public servant, and proud alumna of the Governor’s School of North Carolina.

From her early days as a Governor’s School student to serving as the United States Attorney General, her career reflects courage, integrity, and a deep commitment to justice and service. We’re proud to celebrate her lasting impact—and the inspiration she continues to provide to students, alumni, and communities everywhere.

Help us continue creating opportunities for North Carolina’s brightest young thinkers, artists, musicians, and leaders.

🎁 Give today and invest in a summer that shapes a lifetime: www.ncgsf.com

Welcome to a glimpse of one unforgettable experience at Governor’s School! Get ready to watch Hayden dive into discovery, creativity, and camaraderie, and see just what makes this program so extraordinary. Let’s roll!

Hayden Zeagler on Mathematics at Governor's School Hayden Zeagler (East '23/Mathematics) expounds upon how even though math wasn't his strongest subject, Governor's School helped him excel.