The Cannon Athletics Boosters (CAB) recognizes the passion, discipline, and personal sacrifice necessary to compete in varsity sports, while also excelling in the classroom. To honor our young men and women who epitomize the attributes of commitment, leadership, sportsmanship, athletic ability, and academics, we annually award the Cannon Athletics Boosters Student-Athlete Excellence Scholarship.

Scholarship: One male and one female scholar- athlete will each receive a one-time $2,000 scholarship to
celebrate their respective character, exemplary work-ethic, and outstanding achievements.

Use this link to learn more about process and criteria.

As the colder weather continues, the US Library would like to share a few important reminders:

• To maintain a clean and welcoming study environment, please enjoy your lunch in the cafeteria.
• Study rooms are designated for academic use only. If you’d like to watch a movie or play video games, please use the commons instead.
• Help us keep the library organized for everyone by returning chairs to their proper place and disposing of any trash before you leave.

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us maintain a productive and comfortable library space.

Each year, on the third Monday of January, we come together as a nation to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through reflection, education, and service.

In the spirit of Dr. King’s legacy of service, we invite you to consider participating in one of the volunteer opportunities below.

Please note that while these organizations are not affiliated with Cannon School, they have been identified as local service opportunities for MLK Day. 

We invite you to honor Dr. King’s legacy in your own meaningful way through service and learning, alongside family and friends.

If you would like any further details, please do not hesitate to contact me. 

Yours Kindly, 
Claudia Velandia 
Director of Diversity, Belongingness and Engagement 

Habitat for Humanity Cabarrus ReStore:
Opportunity for 10 Cannon School volunteers ages 16 and older.
Saturday, January, 18 | 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Park Clean-Up with Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation:
Opportunity for 25 Cannon School volunteers ages 6 – 90.
Saturday, January, 18 | 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Habitat for Humanity Cornelius ReStore:
Opportunity for 15 Cannon volunteers ages 16 and older.
Monday, January, 20 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

United Way of Greater Charlotte:
Opportunities for all ages
Saturday, January 18
Morning and Afternoon Sessions Available

Sardis Presbyterian Church – MLK Jr. Day of Service:
Opportunity for Lower School families.
Monday, January 20 | 09:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

MLK Day at the Gantt Center
Monday, January 20 | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

MLK Day at the Levine Museum of the New South
Monday, January 20 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Events in: Cabarrus County, Charlotte, Huntersville, Davidson, Mooresville and Cornelius.

CAFTA Senior Art Scholarship Application

Scholarship Award: CAFTA will award a minimum of one scholarship, for a minimum of $2500 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 Friday February 28, 2025

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):

1. How have the Arts at Cannon impacted you?
2. How has Cannon been affected by your art or your involvement in art-related activities?
3. How do you plan to use your art experiences and knowledge in the future?

Optional Submissions:

1. 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. Please submit a maximum of 5 pieces.
2. 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 February 28, 2025.

Add CAFTA Scholarship Application in the subject line of your email.

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