
Congratulations to Ian Kuo, Ishara Shrestha-Rai, and Annalise Leck for showing PASSION by auditioning and winning chairs in the Western Regional All-State Orchestra competing against many other talented musicians from across North Carolina.
They will go on to Appalachian State University to perform and represent Cannon School in the All-State Orchestra Clinic at the end of February. We are very proud of them!
Tyler Donia demonstrated PASSION for our Cannon School Brainy Yaks by leading and mentoring code development for ExpressEd, a tool for visually impaired actors to learn about and practice emoting. The app won a major award for innovation, showcasing the exceptional skills and creativity of our team.
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The Road to the Gossage Cup
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Annalise Randall- Bauer (yesterday- so sorry!!!)
Evan Ingram, & Ms. Aidan Smith
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LAST DAY:

Please consider donating to the Cystic Fibrosis Food Pantry drive organized by Jack Doty ’26.
Collection bins will be placed in the Commons! Please donate by Weds, Jan 17th ![]()

Leaders Unite!
Our Keynote speaker on Thursday 1/18 will be Cardinal Health CEO (and Cannon parent), Jason Hollar. He’ll be discussing the value of ATTITUDE for a leader.
EVERYONE is welcome!
We will see you in
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Two announcements from the US library:
- Skedda is no longer used to reserve a study room. Please email Mr. K to reserve a study room. mkmidowski@cannonschool.org
- To maintain a clean study space, please enjoy your lunch in the cafeteria- no eating in the library!
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CAFTA Senior Art Scholarship Application
Scholarship Award: CAFTA will award a minimum of one scholarship, for a minimum of $2000 to a Cannon Senior.
Qualifications: A student must be a senior who is or has been enrolled for at least two years in a visual art, music, or theater program at Cannon.
Selection Criteria: The CAFTA Board will consider the application provided by the student as well as the student’s ability to convey leadership in the arts and/or art classes, character or dedication to the arts, and individual artistic skill.
Class of 2024 CAFTA ScholarshipApplication- Due by 3 pm on March 1, 2024
Student Name: Email Address:
Résumé: Please submit your full resume including all your art experiences and art awards (include MS and US; art courses, art related clubs and art related extracurricular activities and service)
Essays: Answer each of the following questions in a short paragraph (250-350 words each):
- How have the Arts at Cannon impacted you?
- How has Cannon been affected by your art or your involvement in art-related activities?
Optional Submissions:
- Provide copies of your artwork, writing, recording of a performance or audition, etc. You can submit these optional materials using the CAFTA Scholarship Artwork Submission Form.
- Provide a letter of reference. The reference must be art related. The reference may be external or from someone at Cannon, i.e., any person who can attest to your passion for art. Family members are not permitted to provide a reference. The reference must be emailed directly to cannoncollegecounseling@cannonschool.org and must specify the applicant’s full name.
Applications and supporting materials must be submitted to cannoncollegecounseling@cannonschool.org by 3 pm on March 1, 2024.
Add CAFTA Scholarship Application in the subject line of your email.
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Click here for Cannon Cultures Scholarship application

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The Department of Student Connection has identified a need to improve student group and community representation in our social media. Please utilize this form to submit photos, videos, flyers, etc. with captions through this Google Form OR send files and captions to Dean Zelaya mzelaya@cannonschool.org to be posted on the @CannonUpperSchool Instagram account. We would like all voices, groups, organizations, and clubs to be represented, united, and cherished! Reach out to Ashmi Trivedi ’24 atrivedi@cannonschool.org if you have questions.
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