Dr. Abby Stotsenberg, Principal
Main Office: 919-694-8622
Bell Schedule: 7:25 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.
Home
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Cooperative Innovative Early College High School
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School Calendar
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Our Magnet Academic Programs
Our school offers the following unique academic programs, allowing each learner to explore their interests and shape a personalized path to success.
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Biotechnology
Curriculum prepares students to apply scientific principles and technical skills in support of biologists and biotechnologists in research, industrial, and government settings.
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Cybersecurity
Curriculum prepares students to secure and defend computers, servers, mobile devices, networks, and information from malicious attacks.
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Software Development
Curriculum prepares students to be able to support the software development needs of businesses in a wide variety of industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, insurance, finance, and software publishing.
Our School Community
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Recognized for Excellence
These honors reflect the commitment of our educators, the achievements of our students, and the exceptional strength of public education in the Wake County Public School System.
2025 North Carolina STEM School of Distinction
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
2026 School of Distinction
Magnet Schools of America
Highest performing school in the district
Wake County Public School System 2025-2026 School Year
Academic Excellence
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North Carolina STEM School of Distinction
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Our graduating class of 2026 was offered more than $2,000,000 in scholarships and earned over 2,000 college credits.
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WECIB students earned 214 industry certifications during the 25-26 school year.
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AP courses provide students with the opportunity to engage in rigorous, college-level coursework while still in high school.
Voices of Our School
Our school is defined by the people who invest in it every day: students, families, faculty, community leaders and a network of alumni.
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Biruk Yidnekachew
“WECIB is a the place for any student who wants to show off their creativity while learning real skills for the workforce.”
WECIB Class of 2026
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Jennifer Thompson
"Our school's small size creates a close-knit community where teachers and staff know each student, care about their success, and support every family."
Parent