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Carter Hillman, Principal

Main Office: 919-856-8119

Bell Schedule: 7:25 a.m. - 2:18 p.m.

About Us

Vernon Malone College and Career Academy is a collaborative partnership between the Wake County Public School System, Wake Technical Community College, and Wake County Government. Students at Vernon Malone engage in one of six Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways as part of their high school graduation requirements: Bioprocess Manufacturing, Cosmetology, Facility Maintenance Technology, Nurse Aide, Simulation and Game Development, and Welding.

Through a strong academic foundation combined with career-focused coursework and work-based learning experiences, graduates are well prepared to enter the workforce, pursue a four-year university, or continue their education at Wake Technical Community College. Students may apply earned credits toward an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, certificate, or diploma in fields such as Applied Engineering & Technologies, Business & Public Services Technologies, Computer Technologies, and Health Sciences.

Unique Features include:

  • Smaller average class sizes
  • Highly qualified staff
  • Nurturing environment for learning
  • Facility designed for collaboration
  • Project Based Learning projects infused into curriculum
  • SAVE up to $6,000 (includes tuition and fees for program of study, year 13 and 5th period courses)
  • Earn up to 65* TUITION FREE college credits (through program classes, enrolling in Year 13 and opting for 5th Period)  
  • Graduate with high school diploma AND college certificate AND work experience!
  • >95% Graduation Rate since 2016

 

Vision Statement

VMCCA will cultivate life-long learners in a diverse, collaborative environment and equip them to innovatively and creatively solve the global problems of the future.

 

Core Values

  • Creativity and Innovation: In order to ensure that students are college and career ready, students must have opportunities through Project Based Learning to develop their creativity, critical thinking and problem solving skills.

  • Supporting Diverse Learners: In order to meet the unique learning needs of all students, we believe all students are capable learners, and we must provide them with appropriate support to reach high levels of achievement.

  • Relationships: In order to facilitate collaboration and learning among staff and students, we will create a professional, safe, nurturing environment that celebrates success.

  • High Expectations: In order to promote student growth, help them become self advocates and use integrity to overcome challenges, teachers have clearly communicated expectations, consistent consequences, and support.

 

WCPSS Mission Statement

Wake County Public School System will provide a relevant and engaging education and will graduate students who are collaborative, creative, effective communicators, and critical thinkers.