This area of North Carolina is near the birthplace of Governor Charles Brantley Aycock.

During Governor Aycock's term, he advocated improving North Carolina's public schools.

To accommodate for the very large student population, Charles B. Aycock added a new two story wing to the school, which allowed space for many new classrooms including a chemistry lab, engineering classroom, and an art room among many others.

Sports offered include: cheerleading, football, golf, soccer, tennis, wrestling, baseball, volleyball, cross country, track and field, and swimming.

Charles B. Aycock High School offers a class for students interested in playing instruments.

Drama club also offers students an opportunity to perform out of the classroom with a minimum of two productions throughout the school year.

Students can make an appointment with a counselor for assistance with anything from school troubles to home life.

They can write letters of recommendation, offer help with signing up for classes, and help students find financial aid.