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Sanderson High School Jesse O. Sanderson High School, more commonly called Sanderson High School (SHS), is a co-educationa Sanderson High School was founded in 1968 by Jessie O.

Sanderson. Sanderson High School is part of the Wake County Public School System. We are located in North Raleigh, an area known as MIDTOWN and home to many past, current and future Spartans. We are known for many things! Our Academy of Finance program (AOF), Sports, Arts, ROTC, Holly Days, raising money for the NC Food Bank and much, much more, but one thing that stands the test of time...We are known for our SPIRIT!!! Sanderson SPARTANS always stand together and we always STAY CLASSY along the way! Our Principal is amazing! Dr. Gretta Dula started leading our school in 2019. She loves the school, the staff and most importantly-the STUDENTS! Go SPARTANS!

Take Park in Spirit Days for College Application Week!October 19-23Get ready for a week of fun, school spirit, and celeb...
10/16/2026

Take Park in Spirit Days for College Application Week!
October 19-23

Get ready for a week of fun, school spirit, and celebrating your future! Join us each day as we explore college life, career readiness, and campus involvement.

⭐ Monday: College Gear Day Wear your favorite college or university t-shirt, hoodie, or gear to show where you hope to go or support your alma mater!

💼 Tuesday: Dress for Success Dress in business or professional attire and imagine yourself in your future career. First impressions matter!

🏛️ Wednesday: Rep Your Greek Organization or Club Celebrate campus involvement by wearing apparel from a Greek organization, honor society, student organization, or school club.

🏈 Thursday: College Tailgate / Game Day Show your game day spirit by wearing sports jerseys, team colors, or your favorite college athletic gear.

🎓 Friday: College Gear Day + Guess the Graduate Finish the week strong by wearing college gear and participating in our Guess the Graduate challenge. Can you identify staff members from their graduation photos? 👀

Let's celebrate the many paths to success after high school and have some fun along the way!

Learn More:
https://sandersonhs.wcpss.net/news-detail/~board/3-sanderson-hs-home-news/post/college-application-week

Sanderson Families - Class of 2027 Sanderson High School PTO

🎓 College Application Week is October 19-23 at Sanderson! Whether you're applying this year or just starting to explore ...
10/16/2026

🎓 College Application Week is October 19-23 at Sanderson!

Whether you're applying this year or just starting to explore your options, stop by for application help, financial aid support, and college planning resources. Most events are drop-in, so no sign-up needed!

📅 Daily Events

Monday 👕
College Application Assistance (A & B Lunches)
Spirit Day: College Gear Day

Tuesday 👔
College Application Assistance (A & B Lunches)
Spirit Day: Dress for Success

Wednesday 🎉
Wake Tech Advisor Q&A (A & B Lunches)
Financial Aid Help Session (9 AM-Noon)
Spirit Day: Rep Your Club/Organization

Thursday 🏈
NC College Connect Assistance (11 AM-2 PM)
Spirit Day: College Tailgate/Game Day

Friday 🎓
College Application Assistance (A & B Lunches)
Guess the SHS Staff Graduate Game
Spirit Day: College Gear Day & Guess the Graduate Day

Find all of the details on our website:
https://sandersonhs.wcpss.net/news-detail/~board/3-sanderson-hs-home-news/post/college-application-week

Sanderson High School PTO Sanderson Families - Class of 2027

Take this survey and help WCPSS support student attendance!Regular attendance plays a big role in student success, and w...
10/15/2026

Take this survey and help WCPSS support student attendance!

Regular attendance plays a big role in student success, and we want to hear from you. Please take a few minutes to complete our Family Attendance Survey and share any challenges that may impact your student's attendance, along with ways we can better communicate and support your family.

✅ Complete the survey by October 28.
https://my.thoughtexchange.com/participate/535799978

Your feedback will help us create resources and solutions that meet the needs of our Spartan families. Thank you for partnering with us!
Sanderson High School PTO

10/14/2026

**DEADLINE EXTENDED**

🚨 We’re only halfway to our Spartan Strong Annual Giving Campaign goal of $35,000, and we need YOUR help!

‼️ This fundraiser covers the costs of the many services and events we organize to support our students, teachers and staff.

🔔 Please donate to ensure we can fully fund those efforts this year.

🫶Donate today: sandersonpto.com/donate or via Venmo Sanderson High School PTO

10/14/2026

🥫2026 SHS Food Drive🍴
For over 25 years, Sanderson has competed in the Students Against Hunger Food Drive benefiting the Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC. The FBCENC serves 34 counties in our state, and in 2025 the Raleigh branch reported serving over 42 million meals in our area. Last year, we raised $46,000 and over 2,000 pounds of food! This year, our goal is to raise $50,000 so that we donate 250,000 meals to support our community. This is a fun Sanderson tradition for such an important cause.
$1= 5 meals and 1.2 pounds of food = 1 meal

Online giving link:
tinyurl.com/SHSFoodDrive2026

The “1st period” competition will be November 2nd-9th! Look for more details to follow! Other opportunities to donate (and/or bring a can) will be the Spartan Jam on 11/10, “4th period” competition the following week and Trivia Night on 11/18!
Checks can be made to the Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC.

10/14/2026

Fall sport athletes and families, save the date for our awards night on Monday, November 16 at 7pm in the Sanderson Auditorium. We look forward to celebrating our fall athletes!

🎃👻 DECA Trunk or Treat is back! 👻🎃Join us for an afternoon of Halloween fun hosted by Sanderson DECA! Bring your family,...
10/13/2026

🎃👻 DECA Trunk or Treat is back! 👻🎃

Join us for an afternoon of Halloween fun hosted by Sanderson DECA! Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for candy, creative trunks, and community fun for all ages.

📅 Sunday, October 25
⏰ 3:00-5:00 PM
📍 Sanderson High School Main Student Parking Lot

Everyone is welcome, and we can't wait to see you there!

Sanderson High School PTO

📣 Spartan Update is here!Stay connected and up to date with everything happening at Sanderson! This edition includes imp...
10/11/2026

📣 Spartan Update is here!

Stay connected and up to date with everything happening at Sanderson! This edition includes important reminders and upcoming opportunities, including:

✅ PTO Spartan Strong Giving Campaign
📸 Picture Day on Oct. 16
🎓 College Application Week, Oct. 19-25
🥁 Capital City Band Expo on Oct. 24
💼 Career Exploration Opportunities
➕ And more!

Take a few minutes to read the latest newsletter and check our website calendar for upcoming events.

🔗 sandersonhs.wcpss.net

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5500 Dixon Drive
Raleigh, NC
27609

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+19198814800

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