Jared Moore, Principal
Main Office: 919-856-7676
Bell Schedule: 9:15 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Home
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GT/AIG Basics
Our school provides all students with opportunities to discover their gifts and talents through a wide range of electives in all core subject areas - English Language Arts, math, science, and social studies - as well as electives in an extended variety of arts and physical education.
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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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Gifted and Talented
Celebrates each student’s unique gifts by offering electives that let them explore their interests and talents.
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Academically and Intellectually Gifted (AIG) Basics
Provides support through personalized instruction in reading and math, helping students learn in ways that match their unique gifts.
Our School Community
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![This photo shows a girl with a yellow bow putting pretend braces on a stuffed dragon at the dental health presentation.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781745198/wcpssnet/bkkjdehxuzak8yhpmhgk/STEAMNight500x360px_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781745198/wcpssnet/bkkjdehxuzak8yhpmhgk/STEAMNight500x360px_1.jpg","width":500}])
![In this photo, a man and his son are playing with a giant chess set.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781748067/wcpssnet/rcrdu2klwi2eku4izvsd/HunterHeritage500x360px.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781748067/wcpssnet/rcrdu2klwi2eku4izvsd/HunterHeritage500x360px.jpg","width":500}])
![This photo shows two students using the Lego Spike Essentials building and coding kit.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781746149/wcpssnet/whpgcwb4zz9p3uituzc8/LegoSpikeEssentials500x360px.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781746149/wcpssnet/whpgcwb4zz9p3uituzc8/LegoSpikeEssentials500x360px.jpg","width":500}])
![This photo shows a volunteer working with a small group of students using a puppet.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781889343/wcpssnet/oxbdkwyuouta0aqyvdah/VolunteerPuppetHunter1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781889343/wcpssnet/oxbdkwyuouta0aqyvdah/VolunteerPuppetHunter1.jpg","width":500}])
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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.
2026 Magnet School of Excellence
Magnet Schools of America
2026 NC Science Olympiad: 1st Place (Varsity and JV)
NCSO at NC State University
2025 NC State Fair Art Show, 1st Place Elementary Division
NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Academic Excellence
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Whether a student is interested in dance, theater, orchestra, band, chorus, reading, math, science, or social studies, Hunter offers electives to suit every passion.
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The 4Cs are integrated into instruction.
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From hands-on in-school field trips to class projects that build real-world connections, Hunter fosters an engaging learning environment.
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Field trips give students hands-on, real-world learning experiences outside the classroom that reinforce what they are studying.
![This photo shows a group of students in yellow shirts and their coach who represented the school at the Science Olympiad tournament.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781822133/wcpssnet/gatvnfac4oylxadkylm6/NCSOTeam.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781822133/wcpssnet/gatvnfac4oylxadkylm6/NCSOTeam.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1781822133/wcpssnet/gatvnfac4oylxadkylm6/NCSOTeam.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1781822133/wcpssnet/gatvnfac4oylxadkylm6/NCSOTeam.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1781822133/wcpssnet/gatvnfac4oylxadkylm6/NCSOTeam.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1781822133/wcpssnet/gatvnfac4oylxadkylm6/NCSOTeam.jpg","width":2200}])
Academic competitions enhance students’ learning by encouraging curiosity, teamwork, and a supportive environment to take on challenges.
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Innovative teaching practices that integrate technology create diverse and engaging learning opportunities for all students.
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Hunter educators tailor instruction to meet each student’s unique learning needs.
![This photo shows a group of student performers in various costumes and microphones performing a play.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781823734/wcpssnet/nxb2550x8slanbkk7ynz/TheatreProduction.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781823734/wcpssnet/nxb2550x8slanbkk7ynz/TheatreProduction.jpg","width":400}])
Hunter’s performing arts program is central to the school, with outstanding offerings in orchestra, band, chorus, theater, and dance.
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.
![This photo shows a woman in a black vest smiling at the camera.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782351507/wcpssnet/pprks1moua3friiq5wpq/VoicesBarnes-Hunter12.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1782351507/wcpssnet/pprks1moua3friiq5wpq/VoicesBarnes-Hunter12.jpg","width":400}])
Karen Barnes
"Hunter offers incredible opportunities for students to discover their passions, whether it be through academic differentiation, divergent thinking enrichment, or elective offerings."
Parent, Former PTA President
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Stephanie Ziegler
"The elementary years lay the foundation for a lifelong love of learning, and we knew Hunter GT/AIG Magnet Elementary would continue to nurture our daughter’s confidence to dream, discover, and flourish."
PTA, Parent, Volunteer
![This photo shows a young girl smiling at the camera.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782349915/wcpssnet/ll37nt91pkzzvpqzhknf/VoicesSchoolfield--Hunter400x400px3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1782349915/wcpssnet/ll37nt91pkzzvpqzhknf/VoicesSchoolfield--Hunter400x400px3.jpg","width":400}])
Brooke Schoolfield
"Hunter is FULL of so many beautiful cultures--I have loved making friends with people who are different from me."
Former Hunter Student