Carver High School Will Celebrate 90th Anniversary
The Winston-Salem school marks nine decades of history with a community homecoming celebration on October 9.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Secondary Education
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Carver High School will commemorate its 90th anniversary during a homecoming football game on October 9, 2026. The celebration at David Lash Stadium honors the school, which first opened in 1936.
Why it matters
The anniversary reflects on the institution's long-standing role as the first school for Black students outside Winston-Salem city limits. Today, the school serves a student body that is approximately 95% Black or Hispanic.
The school opened in 1936 and currently reports a 69% graduation rate. The event highlights a 90-year legacy including historic moments like the 1962 football team victory against Elizabeth City.
The players
Carver High School
A Winston-Salem secondary institution that has served students since 1936.
Wilbert Rice
A former student and football team captain who led the team in 1962.
Sound of the Swarm Marching Band
The school's musical organization scheduled to perform at the anniversary event.
The details
The anniversary celebration will be hosted at David Lash Stadium, centering on a homecoming football game. This event will feature the Sound of the Swarm Marching Band to mark the school's historical significance since its founding as a landmark institution for Black students in the region.
Timeline
1936: The year Carver High School first opened.
1962: Wilbert Rice served as captain of the school's football team.
October 9, 2026: Homecoming game and 90th anniversary celebration.
The Home Front
The school's anniversary reflects the long-standing legacy of local education milestones. It serves as a reminder of the school's founding roots as the first institution for Black students outside city limits.
Families with students currently attending the school should check local district schedules for homecoming logistics and event parking. Community members can plan to visit David Lash Stadium to participate in the anniversary commemorative activities.
The takeaway
The 90th anniversary marks a significant milestone in the school's history since 1936. Parents and community members can celebrate this legacy by attending the homecoming game at David Lash Stadium on October 9, 2026.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by 88.5 WFDD.
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